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RTL Defends Stefan Raab Deal as New Shows Struggle in Ratings

The network cites streaming playback plus press reach to justify its five-year bet.

Overview

  • Inga Leschek told Der Spiegel that “the linear ratings are at most half the truth,” citing time-shifted viewing and RTL+ usage.
  • RTL does not release streaming figures, leaving non-linear performance claims without independent verification.
  • On November 19, The Stefan Raab Show drew about 680,000 viewers for a 2.9% total share, with 7% in the 14–49 demographic.
  • An earlier show, Du gewinnst hier nicht die Million bei Stefan Raab, was taken off air, while Die Unzerquizbaren debuted at 8.3% in 14–49 and 6.3% overall before dipping to 6% in the key demo.
  • Reports describe staff frustration over Raab’s pay during cost cuts, which RTL denies, and a new Raab quiz show is planned for next year.