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‘In aller Freundschaft’ Renewed Through 2027 with Fewer Episodes

The long-running ARD medical drama will continue with reduced episode counts as part of MDR’s cost-saving measures, pending final approvals.

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Das Logo der Sendung „In aller Freundschaft“ ist vor einer Operationsszene zu sehen.

Overview

  • The MDR-Rundfunkrat has approved two additional seasons of ‘In aller Freundschaft,’ extending its run from September 2025 to August 2027.
  • Each of the upcoming seasons will feature 39 episodes, down from the previous 42, reflecting budgetary constraints.
  • The renewal is contingent on further approvals from ARD committees before production can proceed.
  • MDR faces a €160 million budget reduction for the 2025–2028 funding period, driving cuts across its programming, including this series.
  • Produced in collaboration with ARD-Degeto, the show remains a cornerstone of German television, reflecting regional stories from Leipzig's Sachsenklinik.