
A sharp-witted parody of the talk show format, this self-conceived television special by legendary German comedian Loriot blends satire and sketch comedy. Featuring Loriot in multiple roles, the program playfully disrupts the typical talk show structure with absurd interruptions and cleverly crafted sketches. Originally aired on November 13, 1974, it marked Loriot’s first full creative venture as writer, director, and performer. Elements of Loriot’s Telecabinet later resurfaced in his iconic comedy series, cementing its place in German television history.

as Gastgeber / Viktor Schmoller / Herr Blühmel / Herr Pochlow, Cellist (as Loriot)

as Gloria Miranda

as Walter Walewski

as Bratschenspieler

as Queen Elizabeth II

as Dr. Ernst Dattelmann

as Prof. Ludwig Pahlke

as Schorsch Riedelberger

as Frau Krakowski

as Frau Schuster

as Erich Muffat



