Germany's Next Topmodel: Season 17
Season 17 of Germany's Next Topmodel continues the long-running German reality television series, which is a localized adaptation of the American format created by Tyra Banks. The program is broadcast annually on the network ProSieben and follows a structured competition format designed to identify a new model. Heidi Klum serves as the central figure of the production, acting as the host, lead judge, and executive pr
Season 17 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series is a German adaptation of the American reality format originally created by Tyra Banks.
- Heidi Klum serves as the primary host, lead judge, and executive producer for the competition.
- The show follows a consistent format where contestants are eliminated one by one in each episode.
- Each annual season typically features between 12 and 25 starting contestants and lasts for 10 to 17 episodes.
Season overview
Season 17 of Germany's Next Topmodel continues the long-running German reality television series, which is a localized adaptation of the American format created by Tyra Banks. The program is broadcast annually on the network ProSieben and follows a structured competition format designed to identify a new model. Heidi Klum serves as the central figure of the production, acting as the host, lead judge, and executive producer. The season follows the established procedural framework of the franchise, where a group of contestants, typically numbering between 12 and 25 individuals at the start of the competition, undergoes various challenges and evaluations. Over the course of 10 to 17 episodes, the field of participants is narrowed down through a recurring elimination process. In each episode, one contestant is eliminated from the competition based on the assessments provided by the judging panel. The narrative arc focuses on the professional development of the participants as they navigate the requirements of the modeling industry under the guidance of Klum, maintaining the show's status as a staple of German reality television since its inception in 2006.
Episode Guide
Season 17 Progress Shield
Start in Athens
Feb 3, 2022 · 119 min
In front of the impressive backdrop of the Zappeion in Athens, supermodel Heidi Klum personally welcomes her candidates at the start of the 17th #GNTM and surprises them with the f
Bootcamp Edition
Feb 10, 2022 · 125 min
Eat, sleep, model, repeat. The candidates are still at the beginning of their modeling careers and still have a lot to learn. That's why the second episode has the motto “Bootcamp
Promo Edition
Feb 17, 2022 · 130 min
The Promo Edition is coming! In the third episode, the shooting for the Germany-wide poster campaign for “Germany’s Next Top Model” takes place. Natural beauty is important here: t
Action Edition
Feb 24, 2022 · 123 min
And action! The fourth episode has it all. In a spectacular video shoot, the models are catapulted out of a car into the air at the push of a button. Anyone who manages to maintain
Casting Edition
Mar 3, 2022 · 140 min
Castings, castings, castings! Heidi Klum gives the model candidates an exclusive casting training before they go to Athens. Who can convince customers at the casting marathon and g
The big GNTM Makeover!
Mar 10, 2022 · 132 min
Snap, snap, hair off! The big #GNTM makeover is coming up and Heidi Klum has come up with individual looks for the top model candidates: bangs or pixie cut? Blonde bob or dark curl
Sedcard Shooting
Mar 17, 2022 · 136 min
Strike a pose! The comp card shooting is coming up this week and a big surprise awaits the models who do the best. For the decision walk, the candidates transform themselves into d
Social Media Edition
Mar 24, 2022 · 132 min
In the social media edition, each model has to promote a crazy product in the style of an influencer in the video shoot. The young models then face a real interview situation and t
Fantasy Edition
Mar 31, 2022 · 134 min
The Fantasy Edition is coming! Courage and expressiveness are required during a photo shoot. Three models are styled as plush figures and are mounted at a height of ten meters and
Castingmarathon in L.A.
Apr 7, 2022 · 135 min
Castings, castings, castings! In L.A., the top model candidates go on a real casting marathon and try to land one of the coveted jobs.
Bodypainting Shoot
Apr 14, 2022 · 129 min
In the shoot of the week, the models can shine twice as much. Because it's not just the golden body painting that makes her shine, the poses should also be an eye-catcher.
Getting into the Top 10
Apr 21, 2022 · 122 min
Confidence is key. Not every model is yet able to come out of their shell and exude self-confidence. That's why Nikeata Thompson comes to the villa and gives the models a lesson on
Dream Edition
Apr 28, 2022 · 140 min
This week acting talent is in demand. In the video shoot, the models recreate a visit to prison in the 80s. The shooting partner and prisoner is none other than Hollywood star Brig
Duel Week
May 5, 2022 · 131 min
Duel week. When it comes to casting, the most important thing is the personality of the model. They should represent their personal superpower through a self-selected outfit and ac
The Cover Shoot
May 12, 2022 · 129 min
The cover shoot for Harper’s Bazaar is coming up. Every pose, every look and every movement of the #GNTM models has to be right here. Together with a robot as a partner, each model
The Entry into the Final
May 19, 2022 · 132 min
Semifinals! The shooting demands everything from the semi-finalists. On a 5-meter-high swinging pole, they need constant body tension in order to be able to offer different poses a
The grand Finale
May 26, 2022 · 126 min
Final! After an exciting time in the fashion world, the top model candidates face their final challenge in the 17th season of “Germany’s Next Top Model – by Heidi Klum”.