Der Quiz-Champion’s Comeback Draws Record-Low Audience on ZDF
A misstep by chef Johann Lafer on a Prosecco question became one of the evening’s most talked-about moments.
Overview
- The show returned on June 14 after a nearly three-month hiatus with Johannes B. Kerner hosting.
- Contestants faced five experts—Marcel Reif, Christine Urspruch, Andrea Kiewel, Johann Lafer and Frank Plasberg—for a €100,000 top prize.
- Audience numbers fell to 2.69 million viewers for a 15.7% share, marking the series’ lowest ratings to date.
- Johann Lafer’s incorrect choice on a Prosecco question prompted laughter and teasing from fellow panelists and the audience.
- Viewer reactions ranged from enthusiastic praise to harsh criticism, and the full episode is now available in the ZDF mediathek.