Frank Thelen makes a return - Frank Thelen re-enters the arena.
Get ready for the roaring return of "The Lion's Den" (Die Höhle der Löwen), as the popular VOX show gears up for its autumn season on August 25, 2025. The show will also be available earlier, starting August 18, 2025, on the RTL+ streaming platform[1].
This season, Frank Thelen (49) returns as a permanent investor, feeling right at home in the den. Frank, who has been a mainstay on the show since its inception, is excited about the new season, calling it the strongest yet[2]. He will be joined by a diverse panel of investors, including Dagmar Wöhrl, Judith Williams, Ralf Dümmel, Carsten Maschmeyer, and Janna Ensthaler[3].
For the first time, viewers will get exclusive, unfiltered impressions in the arrival area of "The Lion's Den," as the founders on the new episodes are pitching hard[4]. The new season will feature a unique segment where two founders or founder teams will face off in a one-minute short pitch, competing for the chance to present their product to the lions in full length[5].
This season promises to be full of surprises, with unexpected investments and showcasing a variety of exciting and innovative products[6]. The competition among the investors will be intense, as they strive to find the next big thing[7].
Tune in to "The Lion's Den" on August 25, and don't miss out on the action starting August 18 on RTL+. If the founders don't convince in the battle pitch, they must leave the den immediately[1]. So, get ready for a thrilling ride as the lions decide the fate of the startups.
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The Cave of the Lions, known for its high-stakes entertainment, is set to begin its autumn season on August 25, 2025, with a concurrent streaming on RTL+ starting August 18, 2025. In this season, Frank Thelen, a permanent investor from the show's inception, feels particularly excited and calls it the strongest yet, alongside a diverse panel including Vox.
