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Verstehen Sie Spaß?, the popular German hidden camera prank show, is turning 45 and celebrating in style on ARD. The Best-Of special, airing on Saturday evening (2nd August), will feature co-presenters Hazel Brugger, Max, and Friedrich von Thun, and will look back on various cases from the past years.
One of the highlights of the Best-Of special is a prank by Peter Maffay on his musical colleague Johannes Oerding. Another highlight is the case involving Thomas Gottschalk fooling Barbara Schöneberger. Barbara Schöneberger herself will host a Best-Of special of the show.
However, the special has been met with mixed reactions. Some viewers find the pranks hilarious, while others have a more critical opinion. Some ARD viewers criticized the 45th anniversary special because, while some enjoyed the best-of clips and the festive atmosphere moderated by Barbara Schöneberger with guests like Hazel Brugger and the von Thun duo, others responded more critically on social media, expressing dissatisfaction with the special.
The criticism appears to stem from audience reactions on social platforms rather than specific widely reported flaws in the program content itself. In fact, the special presented numerous classic and recent highlights from the show’s 45-year history, aiming to celebrate the legacy of the series.
Despite the divided reception, it's clear that Verstehen Sie Spaß? continues to entertain and provoke discussions among its audience. The Best Of of "Verstehen Sie Spaß?" will be available in the ARD Mediathek after the TV broadcast for those who missed the live broadcast or want to rewatch their favourite moments.
The Best-Of special includes memorable pranks such as Peter Maffay tricking Johannes Oerding and Thomas Gottschalk fooling Barbara Schöneberger, providing audiences with entertainment that sparks both laughter and debate. Nevertheless, the 45th anniversary special has received mixed responses, with some viewers praising the best-of clips and festive atmosphere, while others express dissatisfaction on social media.
