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Unter uns 1994

★ 7.8/10 · 5 votes Soap 26 seasons · 3478 eps Returning Series

Created by Ray Kolle, Jörg Brückner

Where to watch: RTL+
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What is Unter uns?

Unter uns is a German television soap opera that premiered on RTL on 28 November 1994. The series focuses on the lives of residents living in a housing complex located on the fictional Schillerallee in Cologne.

Type
TV series
Year
1994
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
3,478
Runtime
30 minutes
First aired
Nov 28, 1994
Last aired
Jun 13, 2019
Original language
DE
Origin
DE
Networks
RTL
Genres
Soap
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Overview

Unter uns is a German television soap opera that premiered on RTL on 28 November 1994. The series focuses on the lives of residents living in a housing complex located on the fictional Schillerallee in Cologne. Since its debut, the show has centered around the Weigel family, who operate a bakery and serve as the core family of the series. Unlike some other German soaps, Unter uns is not based on a foreign format. It was the second daily soap opera produced for RTL, following Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten, and preceded by years the launch of Alles was zählt in 2006. The show achieved a milestone by airing its 3,500th episode on 30 December 2008.

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Should you watch it?

“A long-running German soap opera exploring daily life in a Cologne apartment building since 1994.”

# dramatic# slice-of-life# ongoing# emotional# realistic
Reasons to watch
  • Authentic portrayal of everyday German life
  • Consistent daily episodes for over two decades
  • Focus on family and community dynamics
Keep in mind
  • May feel slow to viewers unfamiliar with German soaps
  • Daily format can become repetitive

you enjoy long-running, character-driven dramas set in close-knit communities.

Suitable for general audiences, with typical soap opera drama and emotional storylines.

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Cast

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Petra Blossey Irene Weigel-Küpper
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Isabell Hertel Ute Kiefer
Ben Ruedinger Till Weigel
Milos Vukovic Paco Weigel
Lars Steinhöfel Easy Winter
Christiane Maybach Margot Weigel
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Björn Casapietra Armin Franke
Sebastian Feicht Alexander Albrecht
Tiana Pongs Emma
Ludwig Hollburg Olaf Schwarz
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Sylvia Honnef Tanja Pätzhold
Karin Schröder Sophie Himmel

Episode guide

Season 1 · 24 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 240 episodes
Season 3 · 84 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What does 'Unter uns' mean?

'Unter uns' translates to 'Among Us' in English.

When did the show first air?

The show first aired on November 28, 1994.

Is the show based on another soap opera?

No, it is not based on any foreign soap opera.

How often does the show air?

It airs Monday through Friday on RTL.

What is the show's setting?

It is set in a residential building on the fictional Schillerallee street in Cologne, Germany.