Ranking the Stars Celebrates 20 Years in the Netherlands

Ranking the Stars, a format originally created by TV Asahi and distributed by Warner Bros. International Television Production (WBITVP), is marking 20 years since its Dutch debut with the premiere of its 20th season on RTL 4 in the Netherlands this week.

“Ranking the Stars is a format that audiences have grown up with, and one they continue to come back to together across generations and changing viewing habits,” said André Renaud, WBITVP’s group VP of format and finished sales. “Its longevity speaks to the strength of the original idea from our partners at TV Asahi, and reaching this milestone in the Netherlands is a real achievement. I’m sure that viewers will love seeing this new season come to life, and there’s every reason to believe there will be plenty more laughter to come.”

The new Dutch season, produced by Medialane, is hosted by Paul de Leeuw. The game show invites celebrities to rate themselves and each other with complete honesty.

“We are excited to see Ranking the Stars reach this incredible milestone in the Netherlands,” added Setsuko Yoda, head of formats at TV Asahi. “The format was born from a simple idea: that honesty, humor and a bit of playful chaos can bring people together. We are grateful to our partners at Warner Bros. International Television Production for helping the show travel so far, and we are thrilled that Dutch viewers continue to embrace it season after season.”