Jan Böhmermann’s ‘Lass dich überwachen!’ airs on ZDF

Jan Böhmermann’s television show, ‘Lass dich überwachen!’, aired a new episode on ZDF on October 14, 2026. The program focuses on digital privacy by using months of research into the social media profiles and online footprints of its studio audience to create an entertainment format where the subjects become the main characters.

In terms of viewership, the show faced challenges in prime time. While the ZDF thriller ‘Frau ohne Namen’ attracted 5.36 million viewers with a 26.1 percent market share, Böhmermann’s show drew 1.01 million viewers, resulting in a 4.9 percent market share. However, the program performed better among younger demographics, achieving a 10.6 percent share in the 14-to-49 age group.

The episode featured various segments, including a wrestling match involving a fan known as ‘Mayor of Painsville’. The show remains available for streaming on the ZDF Mediathek until October 2028.