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ZDF Names Tim Sander Lead of 'The Comeback' After Bill Kaulitz Talks Fell Through

The broadcaster cites scheduling conflicts, saying early discussions with the Tokio Hotel singer did not move forward.

Overview

  • ZDF confirmed Bill Kaulitz will not appear in the ZDFneo series after exploratory talks ended for scheduling reasons.
  • Actor and musician Tim Sander has been cast as Flo, the former teen star who attempts to reunite his old band.
  • Filming has started in Cologne and is expected to run until around December 12, 2025.
  • Daniel Sträßer, Eidin Jalali and Tristan Seith co-star, with Detlef D! Soost handling choreography and Bülent Aris overseeing music.
  • No broadcast date has been announced, updating earlier February listings that had associated Kaulitz with the lead.