Die Sendung mit der Maus
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Since 1971 Die Sendung mit der Maus has been a staple of German Sunday mornings, offering short segments that teach as much as they entertain. The show pairs brief, humorous cartoons starring an orange mouse, a blue elephant and a yellow duck with straightforward documentary-style reports that... Read more
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About Die Sendung mit der Maus
Since 1971 Die Sendung mit der Maus has been a staple of German Sunday mornings, offering short segments that teach as much as they entertain. The show pairs brief, humorous cartoons starring an orange mouse, a blue elephant and a yellow duck with straightforward documentary-style reports that explain how things work, why people do certain jobs and how everyday objects are made. Each episode mixes playful sketches for kids with clear, factual pieces that appeal to adults too, so families can watch together. The pace is deliberate and friendly, using simple language and visuals to break down processes and ideas into bite-sized, memorable moments, and it also includes live-action segments that illustrate everyday tasks.
Created by Gert K. Müntefering, Siegfried Mohrhof and Monika Paetow, the series premiered in 1971. Armin Maiwald has long served as presenter and contributor. Produced for German public television, the format evolved while retaining its educational focus.
Over its many decades the program has earned recognition in German media and education circles, receiving honors and long-term acclaim from teachers and broadcasters for its educational value. Its reputation among educators helped integrate segments into classroom activities, and adult viewers cite it as a formative influence.
The mouse, elephant and duck have become cultural icons in Germany, referenced in other shows, school lessons and merchandise. Its Sunday slot turned watching into a ritual, shaping generations' expectations for children's informational programming. Elements of its format, like short explanatory pieces and its signature melodies, are widely imitated.
Critics and viewers praise the series for its clarity, gentle humor and practical approach to learning. With an 8.6/10 user score on one database, it remains respected for teaching curiosity, explaining mechanics and celebrating everyday life. Its storytelling and calm presentation make complex subjects accessible to children and adults.
Details
- Release Date
- March 07, 1971
- Episode Length
- 30m
- Rating
- NR
- User Ratings
- 23 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 56
- Episodes
- 476
- Network
- Das Erste
- Status
- Returning Series
- Genres
- Animation, Family
- Country
- Germany
- Studio
- WDR +1 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Cast
Armin Maiwald
Moderator
Created by: Siegfried Mohrhof, Dieter Saldecki, Gert K. Müntefering
Seasons (56 seasons, 476 episodes)
Season 1971
1 episodes - 1971
Season 1972
0 episodes
Season 1973
0 episodes
Season 1974
0 episodes
Season 1975
0 episodes
Season 1976
0 episodes
Season 1977
0 episodes
Season 1978
0 episodes
Season 1979
0 episodes
Season 1980
0 episodes
Season 1981
0 episodes
Season 1982
0 episodes
Season 1983
0 episodes
Season 1984
0 episodes
Season 1985
0 episodes
Season 1986
0 episodes
Season 1987
0 episodes
Season 1988
0 episodes
Season 1989
0 episodes
Season 1990
0 episodes
Season 1991
0 episodes
Season 1992
0 episodes
Season 1993
0 episodes
Season 1994
0 episodes
Season 1995
0 episodes
Season 1996
0 episodes
Season 1997
0 episodes
Season 1998
0 episodes
Season 1999
0 episodes
Season 2000
0 episodes
Season 2001
0 episodes
Season 2002
0 episodes
Season 2003
0 episodes
Season 2004
0 episodes
Season 2005
7 episodes
Season 2006
25 episodes - 2006
Season 2007
0 episodes
Season 2008
0 episodes
Season 2009
0 episodes - 2009
Season 2010
1 episodes - 2010
Season 2011
5 episodes - 2011
Season 2012
53 episodes - 2012
Season 2013
0 episodes
Season 2014
1 episodes - 2014
Season 2015
0 episodes
Season 2016
50 episodes - 2016
Season 2017
0 episodes
Season 2018
0 episodes - 2019
Season 2019
18 episodes - 2019
Season 2020
52 episodes - 2020
Season 2021
51 episodes - 2021
Season 2022
52 episodes - 2022
Season 2023
53 episodes - 2023
Season 2024
52 episodes - 2024
Season 55
53 episodes - 2025
Season 56
5 episodes - 2026
