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Loriot

1978TV ShowEnded1 SeasonGerman

Loriot is a classic German comedy television series produced by Radio Bremen from 1976 to 1978. Each of the six episodes (numbered with Roman numerals I–VI) featured sketches and cartoons by and with Loriot . Some of these achieved cult status. In the 1990s, the short films were re-edited into 14 programs of 25 minutes each, supplemented by works from other television programs featuring Loriot. In October 2007, the six episodes were released in largely their original order and length on the DVD box set Loriot – The Complete Television Edition .

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Director: LoriotGenres: Sketch Comedy, Satire

Plot Summary

Loriot is a seminal German sketch comedy series created by and starring the incomparable Vicco von Bülow, better known as Loriot. Each episode features a series of meticulously crafted, often absurdly mundane, observational sketches that brilliantly satirize German society, human foibles, and the peculiarities of everyday life. From awkward social encounters to the misinterpretations of language, Loriot's unique brand of humor dissects the common experiences with unparalleled wit and dry irony.

Critical Reception

The series is universally acclaimed in Germany as a masterpiece of comedic television and a cultural touchstone. It is lauded for its intelligent writing, precise comedic timing, and Loriot's distinctive performance style. While not widely known internationally, within German-speaking countries, it is considered essential viewing and a benchmark for satirical comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Brilliantly observational humor that captures the absurdities of everyday life.
  • Masterful satire of German culture and social conventions.
  • Timeless wit and intelligence in its comedic execution.

Google audience: Audience reviews, where available, consistently praise the show's intellectual humor and its accurate, yet comical, portrayal of human behavior and social interactions. Viewers often highlight Loriot's unique ability to find humor in the mundane and his distinctive, deadpan delivery.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (as it was a television series primarily focused on comedy and cultural commentary rather than award-driven content, though Loriot himself received numerous honors for his work).

Fun Fact

Vicco von Bülow, the creator and star known as Loriot, was also a talented cartoonist, and his distinctive drawings often accompanied his written works, including the initial concepts for his sketches.

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