Erik Van Looy’s Ons Kent Ons Struggles with Low Ratings on RTL4

Monday, October 28, 2024 – 10:30 PM I by Editorial Staff

Erik Van Looy’s new Saturday evening program Ons kent ons on RTL4 started with 573,000 viewers. This is low for a primetime show in the Netherlands, and the program only managed to achieve third place in its time slot.

In the panel show, in which Marc-Marie Huijbregts appears, everything revolves around typical Dutch habits and peculiarities. For example, how many people change their beds every week? Or can a person get fired because of facial tattoos? The question remains: who really knows the Dutch best?

Saturated audience?

With a viewing score of 15.4 percent in the commercial target group, the program fell short of expectations. Former SBS director Tina Nijkamp indicated on Instagram that the Dutch may have had enough of panel shows. She references previous shows such as Holland-Belgiumwhich also had to deal with declining interest.

From November 9th wait Us knows us even more challenge. Then it comes across Just see you here to be on NPO1, a ratings hit that attracts an average of 2.5 million viewers every week. It will therefore be exciting for RTL4 to see whether the viewing figures improve in the coming weeks.

Major consequences

This is a major setback for Van Looy. Previously, ‘De Pappenheimers’ was absolutely no ratings cannon. If this program also fails, the question remains whether Erik will still have a future for his career in the Netherlands. That is highly doubtful.

Erik Van Looy’s Panel Show Struggles: A Comedy of Errors?

Published on Monday, October 28, 2024 – 10:30 PM by Editorial Staff

Erik Van Looy’s new Saturday evening program Ons kent ons on RTL4 kicked off with a measly 573,000 viewers. Let’s face it, that’s like showing up to a party only to find there are more potato chips than people—definitely low for primetime in the Netherlands, securing it a respectable third place in the “Who’s Watching Anyway?” competition.

Panel Show Problems: Who Knew the Dutch Were So Picky?

The concept of this panel show revolves around quintessentially Dutch quirks & habits. You know, the kind of stuff that makes you think: “Who actually cares if the average Dutch person changes their bed sheets more than once a month?” Or, “Is it really a dealbreaker for a boss to fire someone for sporting facial tattoos?” But let’s be honest, the real question is: who even knows the Dutch well enough to answer these burning questions without a degree in ‘Dutch Geography and Life Choices’?

A Saturated Audience: Too Many Cooks Spoil the Broth?

With a commercial viewing score of 15.4 percent—falling short of the anticipated expectations—Van Looy’s show might just be a sign that the Dutch have had more than their fair share of panel shows. Former SBS director Tina Nijkamp took to Instagram like a modern-day oracle to hint that the public might be waving goodbye to panel formats. After all, if you’ve seen one panel show, you’ve probably seen them all! Plus, with the likes of Holland-Belgium already fading from memory faster than a fleeting fart, the stakes are high. They should consider putting a sign on the door saying: “No Vacancy!”

The Showdown: Will Viewership Make a Comeback?

Mark your calendars for November 9th as Us Knows Us is set to challenge Just See You Here on NPO1, a bonafide ratings beast pulling in an impressive 2.5 million viewers weekly. Can you say, “Ratings scramble”? I have my popcorn ready to see if RTL4 will manage to pull in more viewers than those lonely chips left at the bottom of the bag!

Major Consequences: The Future of Erik Van Looy in Jeopardy?

So, what does this all mean for Van Looy? Well, it seems that De Pappenheimers was just the appetizer at a buffet of disasters. If this one tanks, we might need to start asking if his future in Dutch television is as bright as a blackout! One can only ponder what will happen next: will he change his format like a chameleon changes color? Or will we see Erik doing stand-up at a local pub, recounting the highs and lows of his once-glorious career? Stay tuned, folks, because it’s either that or getting a job drawing faces on potatoes!

So there you have it, folks! Panel shows are tougher than a two-dollar steak, and Erik Van Looy might be the latest casualty in the comedy of Dutch television. Let’s see if he can bounce back like a rubber ball—or whether he’ll simply roll under the couch with the rest of the forgotten TV formats! Until next time, keep your sheets clean and your panel shows lively!

Erik Van Looy’s highly anticipated Saturday evening program, Ons kent ons, debuted on RTL4 to an underwhelming audience of 573,000 viewers. This figure falls short of expectations for a primetime show in the Netherlands, leaving it in a disappointing third place in its competitive time slot.

In this engaging panel show, featuring the charismatic Marc-Marie Huijbregts, the discussions revolve around quirky Dutch habits and cultural peculiarities. Topics raised include how frequently individuals change their bed linens and whether facial tattoos could lead to job loss. The central question lingers: who among us truly understands the Dutch psyche the best?

Saturated audience?

With a viewing share of only 15.4 percent in the coveted commercial target demographic, the program has not met the expectations set by its producers. Former SBS director Tina Nijkamp expressed her beliefs on Instagram, suggesting that the Dutch audience may be reaching their saturation point with panel shows. She recalls the plummeting interest in other formats, such as Holland-Belgium, which similarly struggled to retain viewer engagement.

Starting November 9th, the show will face an even stiffer challenge from the popular program Just see you here airing on NPO1, which has been a remarkable success, drawing an average of 2.5 million viewers weekly. This puts additional pressure on RTL4 as they eagerly await improvements in the viewing figures for Ons kent ons over the following weeks.

Major consequences

This disappointing start represents a significant setback for Erik Van Looy. His previous endeavor, ‘De Pappenheimers,’ also struggled tremendously with ratings. If this new program fails to capture the audience’s interest, serious questions will arise regarding Van Looy’s future prospects within the Dutch television industry.