With its programming history stretching from 1963 to 2010, WDR Fernsehen offers an impressive lineup of over 20 shows. Highlighting WDR Fernsehen’s quality programming, Zur Person and Kölner Treff stand out, premiering in 1963 and 1976. Explore our list of the top rated shows up to date from November 2026 that includes over 20 unique series.



Die Anrheiner is a German television soap opera series, broadcast on WDR-TV since March 21, 1998. The series is set and filmed in Cologne.











A German television format in which Günter Gaus interviewed prominent members of German society, particularly politicians. More than 200 interviews were conducted over the course of 40 years.





