Joyn: These are the 13 best series and shows on the streamer!

The streaming provider Joyn combines popular series and exciting shows in its catalog that you shouldn’t miss. It contains the most famous reality shows from Germany, but also international series classics that find their home on the streamer.

So that you know about the most important news on Joyn, Netzwelt lists the 13 best and most popular series and shows on the streamer. From teen dramas like “Gossip Girl” and mystery classics like “Lost,” the streamer is particularly impressive with German reality classics like “Big Brother” and “Germany’s Next Top Model.”

Forsthaus Rampensau Germany, 1 season (since 2023)

In the reality format “Forsthaus Rampensau Germany” 9 different couples compete against each other. Everyone lives together in a house where they have to follow rules and get along in a small space despite their different personalities. The 18 candidates have to prove their knowledge and skills in games. The couples can regularly nominate each other during the “cutting off”. The couple left standing at the end wins 25,000 dollars.

Netzwelt recommendation: The format “Forsthaus Rampensau” comes from Austria and has been successful there for several seasons. The first German season was published in this country in 2023 and thrilled viewers. Flashy characters, a good portion of drama and hilarious games make “Forsthaus Rampensau Germany” a reality hit.

Ted, 1 season (since 2024)

The year is 1993 and John Bennett is a teenager. A shooting star brought his teddy bear and best friend Ted to life years ago, which is why Ted became a celebrity. The formerly cuddly fellow has become a bully over the years and has a bad influence on his 16-year-old friend John. So his parents send Ted to their son’s high school to learn some discipline.

Netzwelt recommendation: The comedy series “Ted” serves as a prequel to the comedies “Ted” and “Ted 2” takes place 27 years before their events. Similar to the films, the series impresses with its obscene humor and absurd stories. Fans of the films will definitely get their money’s worth with the series.

Who’s stealing the show?, 7 seasons (since 2021)

At the show “Who’s Stealing the Show?” three celebrities and a wildcard candidate try to challenge the moderator Joko Winterscheidt for his job as quiz master. The winner can then moderate the next episode and influence it according to his or her own ideas.

“Who steals the show from me” is particularly well received by the audience thanks to the novel concept and the varied cast. The fact that wild card participants who have not yet been prominent have the same chances as the host and the prominent guests also provides entertainment.

Prison Break, 5 seasons (2005-2009)

Lincoln Burrows is in prison innocent of murder. His brother Michael was involved in the construction of the prison as a civil engineer and had the plans tattooed on his body. He devises a plan to save his brother from the death penalty and get him out.

Netzwelt recommendation: The drama series “Prison Break” was largely well received by viewers and is considered one of the series that you simply cannot stop watching. The cast is great and combines thrills and action.

Big Brother, 2 seasons (2020, 2024)

In the reality show “Big Brother,” the candidates are under constant surveillance. The show was first broadcast in Germany in 2000. After a long break, a season started again in 2020 in which previously unknown participants spent 100 days in a container in order to win prize money of 100,000 dollars. Meanwhile, they find themselves in a confined space and have to act according to Big Brother’s rules. The second season started in 2024 and can be seen on Joyn.

Netzwelt recommendation: “Big Brother” is the show that made reality TV shows popular in Germany. In addition to its spin-off “Celebrity Big Brother”, the show helps candidates who have never been in front of the camera before become famous and shows how to behave with each other without privacy and under difficult conditions.

Lost, 6 seasons (2004-2010)

After a plane crash, 48 survivors fight on an island in the middle of nowhere. Bit by bit, the passengers’ pasts are shown in flashbacks and it becomes clear that some of them are keeping dark secrets. The island doesn’t seem to be as idyllic as it seems.

Netzwelt recommendation: “Lost” is a mystery series that fascinated many viewers over 6 seasons. The tension and curiosity constantly increases, especially with recurring twists and open questions. The series was nominated for numerous awards and received a total of ten Emmys.

Dexter, 8 seasons (2006-2013)

Dexter Morgan has a fascination with death from an early age. In order to get this under control, his father teaches him how to curb his murderous desire. Today he is an outwardly reserved forensic scientist with the Miami Metro Police Department. However, he actually leads a murderous double life in which he takes revenge on terrible people.

Netzwelt recommendation: The crime series “Dexter” follows a murderer who is sympathetic to the audience and presents his murderous traits in an almost understandable way. The series thrills with its tension, especially when it comes to encountering the terrible serial killers that Dexter kills.

Germany’s Next Top Model, 18 seasons (since 2006)

Supermodel and TV icon Heidi Klum has been looking for the most beautiful people in Germany for 18 seasons. The candidates have to prove themselves over several weeks, from casting, photo shoots and various challenges and show that they can find their way in the modeling world. In the latest season, male participants are also allowed to take part in the competition for the first time in history.

Netzwelt recommendation: “Germany’s Next Top Model” is considered one of the biggest casting and reality shows on German television. In addition to crazy shoots and entertaining challenges, the show captivates viewers through drama and friendship among the participants.

Scrubs, 9 seasons (2001-2010)

JD, Turk, Elliot and Carla are interns fresh out of college. At Sacred Heart Hospital they slowly develop into competent doctors and experience numerous emotional rollercoaster rides along the way.

Netzwelt recommendation: Unlike other hospital series, the comedy series “Scrubs” puts humor first. Nevertheless, you quickly grow fond of the main characters and root for the young doctors, who share all their fears, insecurities and also their successes.

The Biggest Loser, 15 seasons (since 2009)

In the successful weight loss show “The Biggest Loser”, candidates compete against each other in two teams to reduce their weight and thus start a completely new life. To achieve this, they have to change their diet and compete against their competitors in sporting challenges every week. The show is moderated by Christine Theiss together with Ramin Abtin.

Netzwelt recommendation: “The Biggest Loser” is particularly about the goal of losing as much weight as possible. Nevertheless, the focus is on the feelings of the participants and dramas between each other, the demanding sporting competitions and the urge to win.

The Office (US), 9 Staffeln (2005-2013)

At first glance, the “Dunder Mifflin Paper Company” in Scranton, Pennsylvania seems like an office like any other. The ignorant and insensitive department head Michael Scott tries to hold his team together and master everyday work through stupid jokes rather than through competence.

Netzwelt recommendation: The mockumentary “The Office” is one of the most popular comedy series in recent years. Spectators accompany the employees of a paper company in their everyday lives in an open-plan office. The characters are all unique and make you laugh and feel embarrassed in every episode.

The Voice of Germany, 13 seasons (since 2011)

The casting show “The Voice of Germany” is all about talent and not about appearance. In the “Blind Auditions” the participants perform on a stage in front of an audience. At first, the prominent jury members can only hear the singers. If they like the voice, they can press a buzzer and turn around. The candidate advances to a round if he or she receives at least one of the four jury votes. In the following phases there will be battle and live shows in which the jury members and their team compete against each other.

Netzwelt recommendation: The casting show “The Voice of Germany” should initially be all about the voice before the coaches and jury members prepare their selected talents for the shows. With moving stories and impressive talents, many performances touch the heart.

Gossip Girl, 6 seasons (2007-2012)

On the Upper East Side, there is only one topic of conversation among the very rich teenagers: “Gossip Girl.” The online blog, run by an anonymous person, knows all the details of high society life and spreads this information. The teenagers try to uncover the identity behind “Gossip Girl” while navigating life in the upper class.

Netzwelt recommendation: The teen drama “Gossip Girl” is one of the most popular teen series of its time. The friendships, relationships, but also the intrigue and drama of New York’s Upper East Side are the focus of the successful series.

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