Czech Television's "Silvestr – pořád nás to baví" to Usher in New Year's Eve
Czechs can look forward to a nostalgic end to the year with a variety of TV specials including comedy archives, celebrity programs, and movies.
Morgan Riley
- 2023-12-29
- Updated 02:05 AM ET
(NewsNibs) - Czech national broadcaster Česká televize is prepping for the New Year's Eve celebration with "Silvestr – pořád nás to baví", set to air at 21:55 on December 31. The program aims to bring laughter to households by showcasing the finest comedy clips stretching back over the past seven decades. Hosting the evening will be iconic duo Adéla Gondíková and Richard Genzer, promising a night filled with humor and entertainment. Meanwhile, Television Prima is gearing up for "Silvestrovských 7 pádů Honzy Dědka" at 21:30 on the same night, featuring an array of guests including Jitka Čvančarová, Uršula Kluková, Václav Kopta and his wife Simona Vrbická, alongside priest Zbigniew Czendlik.
Nova Prepares Humorous Dilemmas and Musical Nostalgia
The festive programming gets even more engaging on the Nova television station, with "Tvoje tvář má známý hlas: Noc plná hvězd" promising to deliver a musical feast. The show will compile the greatest hits from all its seasons for a star-studded night. Prior to this event, hosts Ondřej Sokol and Aleš Háma will find themselves in a comedic predicament, getting trapped in an elevator in a narrative that weaves through the New Year's Eve special. Adding to the musical celebrations, ČT art brings the band Chinaski and their fans a 20-year anniversary concert at 20:30 on December 31. Chinaski, recognized for hits like "Dlouhej kouř", boasts many popular albums and has claimed top Czech music awards such as Žebřík, Český slavík, and Anděl.
Classic Films to Round off the Year
For those who prefer the warmth of timeless cinema, Nova has scheduled the legendary Russian fairy tale "Mrazík" for December 29 at 20:20. This 1964 film constitutes a significant piece of Russian folklore enjoyed for generations. Meanwhile, "Zabil jsem Einsteina, pánové…"—a sci-fi comedy blending Prague's secession era with America and directed by Oldřich Lipský—will hit the screens on Prima at 16:35 on December 31. The plot intriguingly revolves around a group from the future striving to stop Albert Einstein from making a discovery that could potentially endanger mankind. Rounding out the selection is Nova's showing of "Millerovi na tripu" on December 30 at 22:40 featuring Jennifer Aniston and Will Poulter in a crime comedy about a petty drug dealer's elaborate plan to transport marijuana across the Mexican border.
In a blend of mirth, music, and the magic of cinema, Czech television stations have curated a multifaceted tapestry of entertainment to bid farewell to the year. The slew of programs promise a delightful end to 2023 and set the stage for a hopeful and vibrant welcome to the new year.
