The popular daily soap 'Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten' (GZSZ) promises dramatic twists in its upcoming episodes. From flirty chats to revenge plots and professional crises: Here's an overview of the storylines starting January 15.
'Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten', Germany's most successful daily soap, airs weekdays from 7:40 to 8:15 p.m. on RTL. Set in Berlin and tackling young adults' issues, it centers on families like the Gerner clan, Flemming, Moreno, Bachmann, Seefeld, and Lehmann. Adapted from the Australian 'The Restless Years' (1977–1981), it won the German Television Award in 2010 for best daily program. Known internationally as 'Goede tijden, slechte tijden' in the Netherlands or 'Au Rhythme de la Vie' in France and Belgium.
In episode 8440 on Friday, January 15, 2026, Erik flirts via chat with Matilda but recalls his intent to keep distance. Laura confesses a major mistake to Gerner, fearing Zoe's revenge alongside John and Katrin. Tobias seeks reconciliation with Emily and Julian.
On Monday, January 19 (episode 8441), Erik distracts himself with Nihat to resist temptation. An old acquaintance returns to the neighborhood and vents career frustration on Yvonne.
Tuesday, January 20 (episode 8442): Emily and Laura fail to secure an investor for the agency; Gerner demands Katrin's resignation from the supervisory board. Chaos ensues before the clubhouse reopening, with Nina worrying about clientele.
Wednesday, January 21 (episode 8443): Female³ survives only with Katrin rejoining management, stirring bad memories for Emily. Alicia learns the agency's fate but frets over her reputation.
Thursday, January 22 (episode 8444): Zoe feigns sympathy for Laura; Carlos urges John to preserve peace among the women, but Zoe hints at dire consequences alone with Laura. Despite frustration, Alicia repays Moritz with a spontaneous pitch, reviving collaboration talks for the agency.
Current episodes stream free on RTL+, older ones for a fee.
