quer (2002)
Bavaria's long-running satirical news magazine, blending sharp political commentary with humor on BR Fernsehen since 2002.
quer - Series Information
- Original Title: quer
- First Air Year: 2002
- Last Air Year: 2024
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: News
- Number of Seasons: 18
- Number of Episodes: 288
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: German
- Spoken Languages: German
- Networks: BR Fernsehen
- Production Countries: Germany
- Alternative Titles: Quer... durch die Woche (DE)
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quer - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Wolfgang Krebs
- Christoph Süß
- Günther Beckstein
- Theo Waigel
- Peter Gauweiler
- Guido Westerwelle
- Otto Schily
- Jörg Kachelmann
- Alfons Schuhbeck
- Joachim Fuchsberger
quer - FAQs
What is quer about?
quer — short for quer durch die Woche — is a Bavarian satirical news magazine broadcast on BR Fernsehen. Hosted by Christoph Süß, the show takes a sharp, humorous look at the week's political and social events, blending commentary, sketches, and guest appearances from public figures.
Who hosts the show quer on BR Fernsehen?
Christoph Süß serves as the main host of quer, with Wolfgang Krebs appearing as co-host. The show has also featured prominent guests including politicians like Günther Beckstein and Theo Waigel, as well as celebrities such as Alfons Schuhbeck and Joachim Fuchsberger.
How many seasons and episodes does quer have?
quer has aired 18 seasons with a total of 288 episodes since its debut in 2002. Season sizes vary considerably — from single-episode seasons to larger runs like Season 8 and Season 15, each with around 39 episodes.
Is quer still airing or has it been cancelled?
quer is still very much alive. The series holds a Returning Series status and remains in active production, continuing to air on BR Fernsehen. It has been a fixture of Bavarian public television since 2002, making it one of the longest-running satirical news formats in Germany.
What language is quer broadcast in?
quer is broadcast entirely in German. It is a German-language production originating from Bavaria, Germany, and airs on the regional public broadcaster BR Fernsehen. The show's humor and political references are deeply rooted in Bavarian and broader German culture.
What network airs quer in Germany?
quer airs on BR Fernsehen, the television arm of Bayerischer Rundfunk — Bavaria's public broadcasting service. As a regional public broadcaster, BR Fernsehen focuses on Bavarian culture, politics, and entertainment, making it the natural home for a show with quer's distinctly Bavarian satirical voice.
What shows are similar to quer?
If you enjoy quer's blend of news and satire, you might also like Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, The Colbert Report, or VICE. For more straight-news formats, Tagesschau, 60 Minutes, and Frontline offer compelling alternatives.
When did quer first air on BR Fernsehen?
quer first aired in 2002 on BR Fernsehen. Over more than two decades on air, it has grown into one of the most recognizable satirical news programs in the German-speaking world, accumulating 288 episodes across 18 seasons through 2024.
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