Dschungelcamp 2026: Complete Broadcast Schedule and Participant Guide
COLOGNE, 26 January 2026 – Germany’s annual television spectacle, “Ich bin ein Star – Holt mich hier raus!” (I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!), is back for its 19th season. The reality show, which pits twelve celebrities against the harsh conditions of the Australian jungle, airs daily on RTL. The 2026 season kicked off on 23 January and will run for 17 consecutive nights, culminating in a grand finale on 8 February.
Daily Broadcast Schedule
The core format remains consistent: a new episode airs every night at 20:15 on RTL, with simultaneous streaming available on the RTL+ platform. Most episodes run until 22:30, with extended broadcasts on Friday and Saturday nights. A notable exception occurs on Sunday, 25 January, where the episode is shortened to just 40 minutes, concluding at 20:55, to accommodate live NFL coverage on the channel.
Official Broadcast Calendar
| Episode / Special | Date & Broadcast Time |
|---|---|
| Warm-Up Show | Sunday, 18 January 2026, 19:05 |
| Episode 1 (Season Start) | Friday, 23 January 2026, 20:15 – 23:15 |
| Episode 2 | Saturday, 24 January 2026, 20:15 – 22:30 |
| Episode 3 (Shortened) | Sunday, 25 January 2026, 20:15 – 20:55 |
| Episodes 4 – 16 | Daily from 26 January to 7 February 2026, 20:15 – 22:30 |
| Episode 17 (Grand Finale) | Sunday, 8 February 2026, 20:15 – 23:15 |
| The Big Reunion | Monday, 9 February 2026, 20:15 |
| The Aftermath | Sunday, 22 February 2026, 20:15 |
The 2026 Jungle Participants
This year’s cohort of twelve celebrities includes a mix of actors, reality TV veterans, and public figures. The confirmed participants for the 19th season are:
- Simone Ballack – Former wife of footballer Michael Ballack and TV personality.
- Nicole Belstler-Boettcher – Actress.
- Eva Benetatou – Reality TV star.
- Stephen Dürr – Actor.
- Hubert Fella – Product tester and reality star.
- Ariel (Valeria Hediger) – Reality star.
- Hardy Krüger Jr. – Actor.
- Mirja du Mont – Actress and model.
- Gil Ofarim – Musician.
- Patrick Romer – TV farmer and reality star.
- Umut Tekin – Reality star.
- Samira Yavuz – Reality star.
The season introduced a twist from the start, splitting the celebrities into two rival camps: the “Main Camp” and “Camp Snake Rock,” which were merged after the second day.
How to Watch: TV and Streaming
Viewers can follow the action live on the RTL television channel. For the first time, the full live experience is exclusive to RTL’s streaming service, RTL+. Subscribers can watch the show live as it airs or catch up on missed episodes on-demand shortly after the TV broadcast ends.
Accompanying Shows and Specials
The Dschungelcamp universe has expanded for 2026 with several companion programmes:
- “Die Stunde danach” (The Hour After): Hosted by Angela Finger-Erben and Olivia Jones, this talk show analyses the day’s events and airs directly after the main episode on RTL and RTL+.
- “Die Stunde davor” (The Hour Before): A new preview show hosted by Finger-Erben and Jones, airing at 19:05 on 25 January and 1 February.
- “Die Stefan Raab Show – Die halbe Stunde nach der Stunde danach”: Comedian Stefan Raab provides his own commentary on select nights.
The season is moderated by the returning duo Sonja Zietlow and Jan Köppen, with medical support from the iconic Dr. Bob (Bob McCarron).
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Dschungelcamp 2026 start?
The 19th season premiered on Friday, 23 January 2026 at 20:15 on RTL.
What time is Dschungelcamp on every day?
The main show starts at 20:15 every single night. Episodes typically end at 22:30, except on Fridays and the finale night, when they run until 23:15. The episode on Sunday, 25 January was an exception, ending at 20:55.
Can I watch Dschungelcamp 2026 online?
Yes. The exclusive live stream and video-on-demand service for “Ich bin ein Star – Holt mich hier raus!” is RTL+. A subscription is required.
Who won the last season of Dschungelcamp?
The 2025 season (the 20th-anniversary edition) was won by Lilly Becker, the former wife of tennis legend Boris Becker.