Jan Böhmermann Revives 'Hallo Spencer' with a Bold New Film

The satirist's adaptation explores the story of the show's creator and his fight to preserve a forgotten legacy.

The film, titled 'Hallo Spencer – Der Film,' premieres December 13 on ZDF-Mediathek and airs on ZDFneo and ZDF later this month.
Jan Böhmermann's adaptation is not a remake but a satirical exploration of the show's creator, Winfried Debertin, fictionalized as Jakob Sesam.
The story follows Sesam's struggle to save the puppets and props from 'Hallo Spencer' as they face destruction in a dilapidated disco set for demolition.
Original puppets, renovated sets, and many of the original puppeteers are featured in the film, blending nostalgia with a modern narrative.
Böhmermann describes the project as a 'fairy tale,' highlighting both the whimsical and dramatic aspects of the series' legacy.