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Zembla 1995

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
September 7, 1995
Last Aired
March 12, 2026
Format
32 seasons · 895 eps
Total Runtime
~522.1 hours (35 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S12E14 "Het complot van 11 september" (★ 10/10)
Networks
VARA, BNNVARA
★ TMDB users: 9.3/10 from 3 votes Documentary 32 seasons · 895 eps Returning Series
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What is Zembla?

Zembla is a Dutch television documentary series produced by VARA and NPS. The program features in-depth research, often taking months to complete.

Type
TV series
Year
1995
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
895
Runtime
35 minutes
First aired
Sep 7, 1995
Last aired
Mar 12, 2026
Original language
NL
Origin
NL
Networks
VARA, BNNVARA
Genres
Documentary
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 9.3/10 from 3 votes
Format
32 seasons · 895 episodes
Episode runtime
~35 minutes
Status
Returning Series
Networks
VARA, BNNVARA
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Zembla is a Dutch television documentary series produced by VARA and NPS. The program features in-depth research, often taking months to complete. The documentaries frequently cover controversial subjects. Zembla has been known to spark significant responses, including parliamentary inquiries. The program's investigative reporting has led to notable consequences, including the resignation of a politician from parliament. This event occurred in response to the program's exposure of a previously undisclosed aspect of the politician's claim for asylum. The politician in question, Ayaan Hirsi Ali, was a member of parliament at the time. The documentary series has demonstrated its ability to shed light on important issues and prompt meaningful action.

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“Zembla is a Dutch documentary series featuring investigative journalism on controversial subjects.”

Reasons to watch
  • in-depth research
  • impactful reporting
Keep in mind
  • covers controversial topics

Watch it if you are interested in investigative journalism and political accountability.

The series covers serious political and social controversies.

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Season 11 · 29 episodes Open the complete Season 11 guide & lore primer →
Season 12 · 26 episodes Open the complete Season 12 guide & lore primer →
Season 13 · 32 episodes Open the complete Season 13 guide & lore primer →
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Season 15 · 44 episodes Open the complete Season 15 guide & lore primer →
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Season 17 · 29 episodes Open the complete Season 17 guide & lore primer →
Season 18 · 33 episodes Open the complete Season 18 guide & lore primer →
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Season 21 · 29 episodes Open the complete Season 21 guide & lore primer →
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Season 23 · 32 episodes Open the complete Season 23 guide & lore primer →
Season 24 · 33 episodes Open the complete Season 24 guide & lore primer →
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What is Zembla?

Zembla is a Dutch television documentary programme produced by VARA and NPS.

How is the content produced?

The documentaries are based on months of in-depth research.

What kind of subjects does the show cover?

The programme focuses on controversial subjects.

Has the show influenced politics?

Yes, reports have led to parliamentary inquiries and the resignation of a politician.

Who produces the programme?

The programme is produced by VARA and NPS.

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