Weihnachtsmann & Co. KG is a German-Canadian animated children's series about the Christmas elf team at the North Pole, led by Santa Claus, who create and deliver gifts while fending off criminals who want to sabotage Christmas. Key points you might find helpful:
- Premise: Santa and his elves Trixi, Jordi, and Gilfi, plus Balbo the polar bear, operate a toy-making machine to produce gifts and ensure Christmas success, despite frequent mischief from their rival Grantelbart and his sidekick Gugor. [Weihnachtsmann & Co. KG ist eine kanadisch-französische Zeichentrickserie über das Nordpol-Team des Weihnachtsmanns, das Geschenke herstellt und ausliefert, während es gegen Sabotage kämpft.](javascript:void(0))
- Characters and roles:
- Trixi: a flying elf who can understand all languages and become invisible, handles wish lists.
- Jordi: a creative elf with tech know-how and shapeshifting abilities.
- Gilfi: eager but still developing powers.
- Balbo: a friendly, clumsy polar bear under Santa’s care.
- Grantelbart: the antagonist who tries to ruin Christmas; Gugor is his assisting, often subservient, sidekick. [ Trixi, Jordi und Gilfi sind fleißige Elfen; Balbo der Eisbär; Grantelbart der Widersacher.](javascript:void(0))
- Format and tone: Each episode typically presents a standalone Christmas story focused on rescuing or ensuring a joyful Christmas for children, with the team producing or organizing gifts to fix problems that arise.
- Availability (general options):
- In Germany, the show has been available on platforms such as RTL+ and Super RTLs streaming and linear channels. Check current availability on RTL+ (and variants like RTL+ Max) and regional TV schedules, as these can change over time.
* If you’re seeking to watch live or catch-up, look for recent airings or streaming rights on platforms that offer children’s programming or Christmas specials in your region.
- Episode count and origin: The series is a long-running, multi-season property with numerous episodes, typically featuring festive adventures around Christmas Eve. It originated as a bilingual production and has been exported to various markets.
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- Current streaming availability in your country and price.
- Upcoming or latest air times on a specific channel.
- A quick episode guide or recommended first episodes based on themes you like.
