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Czech and Slovak TV programming developments

Overview

As of mid-September 2026, Czech and Slovak television networks are navigating programming shifts and intense viewership competition.

In the Czech Republic, TV Nova is transitioning toward shorter productions like ‘Boží plán’ and ‘Muži v letu’ while migrating Oneplay content to linear television. In a recent ratings battle, Nova’s new series held a 22.15 percent share in the key 15–54 demographic, leading Prima’s 13.8 percent. However, Prima secured the top spot among viewers aged 15+ with a 20.37 percent share, driven by the return of the reality show ‘Zrádci’ and the drama ‘Polabí’, narrowly beating Nova’s 19.12 percent share. Meanwhile, Česká televize is expanding its literary and animated offerings and recently adjusted its weekend schedule to provide live coverage of NATO Days and Czech Air Force Days from Ostrava.

In Slovakia, STVR has seen a resurgence with the return of the quiz show ‘5 proti 5’ after a four-year hiatus. Hosted by Andy Kraus, the modernized format includes a new studio and a bonus musical round. The baking competition ‘Pečie celé Slovensko’ is also in its sixth season, featuring contestants from the Žilina region including Daniel Púček, Dušan Ujček, Marek Ďördík, and Simona Bartelová.

Markíza continues to face challenges; ‘SuperStar’ ratings have fallen below 5 percent amid criticism of the jury, and the relaunch of ‘Možné je všetko!’ has received mixed reactions, with some critics labeling the humor as ‘cringe-worthy.’ To compete, TV Joj has launched the crime series ‘Jednotka Jastrab’ on Wednesday nights.

Entities

TV Nova · SuperStar · Markíza · STVR · Prima

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Czech television networks compete for viewership and adjust programming

    Czech broadcasters Prima and Nova are in a tight ratings battle, with Prima leading the 15+ demographic. Simultaneously, Česká televize is providing live coverage of NATO Days in Ostrava.

  2. 11 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Slovak television updates: New seasons for baking and quiz shows

    Slovak TV updates include the return of the baking show ‘Pečie celé Slovensko’ with Žilina region representatives and the relaunch of the quiz show ‘5 proti 5’ with new host Andy Kraus.

  3. 12 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    TV Markíza show ‘Možné je všetko!’ receives mixed viewer reactions

    The return of the Slovak improv show ‘Možné je všetko!’ on TV Markíza has drawn criticism from viewers, who labeled the humor as awkward and forced following its September 12 broadcast.

  4. 17 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Slovak television shifts as new crime series targets Superstar ratings

    TV Joj is launching the crime series ‘Jednotka Jastrab’ to counter declining ‘Superstar’ ratings, while the series ‘Sľub’ faces viewer debate over a new character.

  5. 24 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Slovak television revives major entertainment formats

    Slovak TV networks STVR and Markíza have relaunched major entertainment shows, featuring the return of ‘5 proti 5’ with host Andy Kraus and the premiere of a new season of ‘SuperStar’.

  6. 26 days ago

    [CULTURE] 9 sources
    Czech television networks announce new autumn series and literary programs

    Czech television networks are launching new programming this autumn, including an animated series based on Ondřej Sekora’s characters and new comedy series on TV Nova.

  7. 28 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Slovak television updates: SuperStar return and series poll results

    Slovak television news includes the upcoming return of the talent show SuperStar and the conclusion of a major poll naming the TV Markíza series ‘Dunaj’ as the best series of the season.

  8. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Czech television networks announce returns of popular entertainment shows

    Czech television programming sees the return of popular shows, including TV Nova’s improvisation series ‘Možné je všechno!’ and the twentieth season of the quiz show ‘Máme rádi Česko!’

  9. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Television broadcasters adjust autumn programming schedules

    Broadcasters Markíza and TV Nova are adjusting autumn schedules, with Markíza accelerating low-rated series like ‘Robin Hood’ and TV Nova introducing new shows and exclusive streaming content.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Nova Group announces major autumn programming and talent updates

    Nova Group announces a major autumn lineup featuring the return of SuperStar, while Leoš Mareš reveals a high-profile new addition to the Evropa 2 Morning Show.

  11. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 10 sources
    Czech and Slovak networks announce autumn 2026 programming

    Czech and Slovak television networks announce major autumn 2026 lineups, featuring the return of ‘SuperStar’, new series on TV Nova, and a viticulture-themed season of ‘Farma’ on Markíza.

  12. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 14 sources
    Specialisté 12th season begins filming in Czech Republic

    TV Nova begins filming the 12th season of the crime series Specialisté, with new producer Tomáš Hruška, longer episodes and a cast featuring Martin Dejdar, Patricie Solaříková, Ladislav Frejnebo and Kateřina B­

  13. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Czech TV networks unveil new series and revive SuperStar competition

    Apple TV rolls out new series including Ted Lasso season 4, Neuromancer, Dark Matter season 2 and a film, while Czech TV Nova revives SuperStar after five years, debuting Sep 2 2026.

Sources

aplausin.cz · blesk.cz · borovan.cz · cysnews.cz · digitalriver.fi · diva.aktuality.sk · emefka.sk · europa.pravda.sk · extra.cz · feminity.zoznam.sk · impuls.cz · infodnes.cz · interez.sk · jablickar.cz · koktejl.azet.sk · kritiky.cz · liberec.rozhlas.cz · m.novinky.cz · mediaboom.sk · mediaguru.cz · medialne.trend.sk · mediar.cz · mistnikultura.cz · parabola.cz · radiotv.cz · satelitnatv.sk · totalfilm.cz · tvguru.cz · twse.com.tw · vlasta.cz · www1.pluska.sk · zena.pluska.sk · zeny.iprima.cz · zilinak.sk · zivot.pluska.sk · zlin.idnes.cz · zurnal.pravda.sk

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