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ORF Pulls Natascha Kampusch Documentary From Schedule Pending Review

The broadcaster cites unresolved disputes over the survivor’s personality rights.

Overview

  • The 95‑minute Thema Spezial, slated for March 16 on ORF2, has been postponed with no new air date.
  • ORF said it is pausing the film to allow time for a final clarification on personality‑rights questions.
  • The victim support group Weißer Ring welcomed the move after flagging legal concerns and initiating a review, warning that prior promotion already caused harm.
  • Kampusch’s family recently reported a collapse and poor health, and Der Standard reported her doctors opposed the broadcast.
  • Promotional references to her condition drew criticism, and the slot will now feature Die Millionenshow with kulturMONTAG moved earlier.