Series synopsis
Rundfunk: Schwalbe is a comedy television series that premiered on BNNVARA on January 19, 2026. It was created by Tom van Kalmthout, Yannick van de Velde.
Four extraordinary sports stories. Tragedies, intrigues, and cover-ups, all served with Rundfunk’s signature style. From a wheelrunner who defied the Soviets to “beach snooker” and a secret korfball conspiracy.
Premise
Four extraordinary sports stories. Tragedies, intrigues, and cover-ups, all served with Rundfunk’s signature style. From a wheelrunner who defied the Soviets to “beach snooker” and a secret korfball conspiracy.
Cast and characters
Guest cast
- Tom van Kalmthout as Verschillende Rollen
- Yannick van de Velde as Verschillende Rollen
- George van Houts as Jan Blom
- Han Römer as Dick Arkes
- Frans de Wit as Walter Moscou
- Gillis Biesheuvel as Willem Ottevanger
- Marisa van Eyle as vrouw van Jan
- Ruben van der Meer as Brody Brantjes
- Julia van de Graaff as Sunny
- Ellen Parren as Saskia Gans
- Sezgin Güleç as Kevin Kanis
- Cees Geel as Luigi Visser
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | January 19, 2026 | February 9, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Zaanse Zigzagger A portrait of Jan Blom, the only Dutchman who managed to break the Soviet hegemony in wheelrunning during the 1970s. What happened on that fateful 5 November 1978 in the forests of Moldova? |
January 19, 2026 |
| 2 |
A Jewel for the Sport Brody Brantjes, founder of the sport “beach snooker”, offers a glimpse into his training regime. From training sessions to exhibition matches, from tanning bed to sports meals. Can he win the first national championship? |
January 26, 2026 |
| 3 |
Charity Match Live coverage of Benefietbal, the annual charity football match where one‑day wonders take on influencers. Featuring Tineke Krutwagen, Toeterturk, singer Dave, and Nacho Jansen. |
February 2, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BNNVARA |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 19, 2026 |
| Last aired | February 9, 2026 |
| Runtime | 25 minutes |
| Status | continue |