Great preparations for the reboot of the popular show! In a few months, Slovak television will start the renewed show 5 against 5. The management, led by director Martina Flašíková, threw Andrej Bičan overboard and replaced the original moderator with Andy Kraus. “Andy Kraus emerged from this process as the most suitable candidate for the new version of the 5 vs. 5 show. He brings to the project experience with family entertainment, a sense of pace and a natural presentation,” explained STVR for
“The final choice of the moderator was the result of a proper selection process and camera tests. Three full-fledged pilot sessions were filmed with different candidates. These were then evaluated in detail. The final decision was based on systematic work and realistically tested functioning of the format in studio conditions.” added STVR.
In addition to Andy Kraus, the robots will also be caught by his lifelong colleague and fellow traveler Peter Marcin. His position will be that of a director, but he will also interfere with the filming with his voice. Kraus recently revealed on Fun radio that he is supposed to speak to the studio from behind the scenes. STVR has already started recruiting contestants, whom Andy invites to film. A trailer appeared on the screen, in which the presenter invites people to enter the competition. “I will be very happy if you join this contest. You don’t have to worry at all, because it’s not a knowledge contest. It’s a fun show, so the funnier the answer, the better. Applications are open to anyone who wants to have fun, has a sense of humor, and who will help me create a good mood in the show.” sounded from the mouth of Kraus. He pointed it out
“Those interested can register the team by sending an application to the e-mail address 5proti5@stvr.sk or by filling out an online form on the STVR website. Registration is open continuously. Further information on the conditions of participation is available in the competition statute at www.stvr.sk. Selected applicants will be invited to an entrance audition, where the production will verify their communication skills and prerequisites for participation in the television program.” the television announced.
The scene of the renewed show is already standing and, according to the findings, television salted out a fat catfish for it. Architect Juraj Kuchárek was paid 137,328.15 euros for its construction. “For the return of the 5 vs. 5 show, the goal was to bring a new scene and a modern visual solution that would be functional in terms of production, technology, and the show’s identity. Set design is a long-term investment that should serve throughout the series, so it was important to choose a solution that meets the aesthetic and production requirements of contemporary television.” stated STVR for
According to STVR, the upcoming new series of the show 5 against 5 is contracted for 80 episodes, while the production price for one part is 6,630 euros without VAT. This is more than in the past. “For the previous series from 2021, the production price was 4,800 euros without VAT per episode. The difference must be assessed in the context of the development of prices on the market, inflation and the growth of costs for technical and personnel support for production. Since 2021, there has been a significant increase in the prices of production services, energy and labor,” explained the increase in the price of the television project. And she added:
“At the same time, the show returns in 2026 with an updated dramaturgical concept, a new stage and a new visual concept of the show. This is a modernized return of a format that required an investment in scenography and production setup. The contractual framework also includes a licensing fee for the format, agreed for a wider number of episodes,” stated STVR for
“So it is not an unreasonable increase, but a combination of market development, investment in a new scene and creative modernization of the format, which has the ambition to once again be a strong early evening pillar of broadcasting. According to the broadcaster, the show will return with an updated dramaturgical concept, a new scene and a new visual concept. “The goal is for it to preserve its tradition of early evening family entertainment, but at the same time act simultaneously and dynamically for today’s audience. The connection with director Peter Marcin creates a natural creative continuity,” sent from Mlynská dolina.
