Overview
- On September 26, 2025, the series celebrated its 20th anniversary, two decades after a 100‑episode experiment debuted on ARD in 2005.
- ARD officially confirmed Season 22 will start on October 29, 2025, led by Johanna Graen as Fanny Schätzl and Anthony Paul as Kilian Rudloff.
- The upcoming season pairs a gardener with a chef, with early tension rooted in a concealed obligation imposed by Kilian’s family.
- Anniversary‑week previews spotlight current arcs such as Henry’s moral dilemma following an arrest and Anja’s fraught encounters with Michael.
- The show continues weekdays at 15:10 on ARD and on the ARD Mediathek, with international sales reported in more than 20 countries.