Thomas Gottschalk, the face of the program for decades, returned to the stage with his signature flamboyant style and easygoing banter.
While beloved, some reviewers pointed out that Gottschalk’s "unfiltered" style felt increasingly out of step with modern TV standards, leading to occasional awkward moments. Thomas Gottschalk, the face of the program for
The 2022 revival was generally viewed as a but was not without its critiques: Michelle Hunziker joined him once again, providing the
True to the show's DNA, the 2022 special featured a mix of bizarre and high-stakes bets, ranging from industrial machinery precision to memory feats. This overwhelming nostalgia prompted (Germany)
Michelle Hunziker joined him once again, providing the high-energy foil to Gottschalk’s more relaxed hosting approach.
After a seven-year hiatus, the show originally returned in November 2021 as a one-off special to celebrate its 40th anniversary. The ratings were astronomical, drawing over 14 million viewers in Germany alone. This overwhelming nostalgia prompted (Germany), ORF (Austria), and SRF (Switzerland) to extend the "reunion" format. Key Highlights of the 2022 Return
For Swiss audiences, the confirmation by SRF was significant as it ensured the show remained a cross-border "Eurovision-style" event, maintaining its status as a shared cultural moment in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). Legacy and Beyond