"Norway's definitive satirical news quiz turns the week's most stressful headlines into Friday night’s essential comic relief."
Friday nights in Norway are governed by the sharp wit of Nytt på Nytt. As the anchor of the Gullrekka, Bård Tufte Johansen leads a panel that dissects the week’s absurdity with surgical precision. The stakes are surprisingly high: in a country where social faux pas are fatal, the show serves as the ultimate court of public opinion. The momentum is driven by the relentless news cycle, creating a constant suspense regarding which politician or celebrity will be the next target of the panel's merciless satire. It is a race against the headlines, turning potential national crises into punchlines before the weekend truly begins. To ensure you catch every jab before the news cycle resets, setting a reminder for the next episode is the smartest move you can make.
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jan 09, 2026 | 9. januar | |
| E2 | Jan 16, 2026 | 16. januar | |
| E3 | Jan 23, 2026 | 23. januar | |
| E4 | Jan 30, 2026 | 30. januar | |
| E5 | Feb 06, 2026 | 6. februar | |
| E6 | Feb 13, 2026 | 13. februar | |
| E7 | Feb 20, 2026 | 20. februar | |
| E8 | Feb 27, 2026 | 27. februar | |
| E9 | Mar 06, 2026 | 6. mars | |
| E10 | Mar 13, 2026 | 13. mars | |
| E11 | Mar 20, 2026 | 20. mars | |
| E12 | Mar 27, 2026 | 27. mars | |
| E13 | Apr 10, 2026 | 10. april | |
| E14 | Apr 17, 2026 | 17. april | |
| E15 | Apr 24, 2026 | 24. april |
Release Window: January and August
Nytt på Nytt has maintained a steady biannual rhythm for 25 years, typically returning in January. Since its debut in 1999, the series has served as the cornerstone of Friday night programming on NRK. It operates with two distinct production cycles every year, providing satirical commentary on current events through the spring and autumn months. This consistency has made it one of the most reliable fixtures in Norwegian broadcasting history, rarely deviating from its established schedule.
The show usually launches its first batch of episodes in early January to cover the winter and spring news cycle. Following a summer hiatus, it returns in late August or early September for the autumn run. This dual-season approach ensures that the program remains relevant to the shifting political landscape while maintaining its massive viewership. Its longevity is anchored in this predictable broadcast pattern which has spanned several host transitions.