Kir Royal
“From the life of a gossip reporter”
Series Overview
A six-part television series, a parody of the Munich newspaper, its gossip reporter Michael Graeter, and its publisher Anneliese Friedmann. The series centres around the tabloid reporter Baby Schimmerlos, who plays in the Munich "Schicki-Micki" scene of the 1980s.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 6 Episodes
60 min per episode
1986 – 1986
Premiered: Mon, Sep 22, 1986
Helmut DietlLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “Karriere”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Helmut Dietl
Patrick Süskind, Helmut Dietl
Jürgen Dohme, Jörn Klamroth
Department Leadership Roster
Patrick Süskind
Writer
Helmut Dietl
Writer
Helmut Dietl
Director
Bernd Stockinger
Costume Design
Jürgen Dohme
Producer
Jörn Klamroth
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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12: FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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What is Kir Royal about?
A six-part television series, a parody of the Munich newspaper, its gossip reporter Michael Graeter, and its publisher Anneliese Friedmann. The series centres around the tabloid reporter Baby Schimmerlos, who plays in the Munich "Schicki-Micki" scene of the 1980s.
How many seasons does Kir Royal have?
Kir Royal comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Kir Royal?
Key cast members in Kir Royal include Franz Xaver Kroetz, Senta Berger, Dieter Hildebrandt, Ruth-Maria Kubitschek, Billie Zöckler.
Who created or directed Kir Royal?
Kir Royal was developed and directed by Helmut Dietl.