

Schmidt & Pocher
Schmidt & Pocher is a German late night talk show hosted on Das Erste by comedians Harald Schmidt and Oliver Pocher in the Thursday 10.45 pm time slot from 25 October 2007 to 16 April 2009. It was the successor of Harald Schmidt on the same network.
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Plot Summary
Schmidt & Pocher was a German comedy talk show that aired on Sat.1. The show featured the titular hosts, Harald Schmidt and Oliver Pocher, engaging in humorous discussions, interviews with celebrity guests, and satirical commentary on current events. It aimed to blend the established comedic style of Schmidt with the more modern, often chaotic, humor of Pocher.
Critical Reception
The show received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics appreciating the chemistry between the two hosts and their contrasting comedic styles. However, some found the format to be uneven, and the humor occasionally divisive. It was generally seen as a notable attempt to combine two distinct comedic personalities in a primetime slot.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for the chemistry and contrasting styles of Schmidt and Pocher.
- Appreciated for its satirical take on current events and celebrity culture.
- Some found the humor inconsistent or too niche.
Google audience: Audience reception was generally favorable, with viewers often enjoying the banter between the hosts and the show's willingness to tackle controversial topics with humor. Some discussions indicated that the show's humor sometimes leaned towards being too provocative for a broader audience.
Fun Fact
The show was a high-profile collaboration, uniting two of Germany's most prominent television comedians, Harald Schmidt, known for his sophisticated satire, and Oliver Pocher, known for his more provocative and improvisational style.
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