Season 17

2022 · 17 episodes

Season 17 of Germany's Next Topmodel.

1Start in AthensIn front of the impressive backdrop of the Zappeion in Athens, supermodel Heidi Klum personally welcomes her candidates at the start of the 17th #GNTM and surprises them with the first test: an impressive fashion show in front of a live audience.
2Bootcamp EditionEat, sleep, model, repeat. The candidates are still at the beginning of their modeling careers and still have a lot to learn. That's why the second episode has the motto “Bootcamp Edition”.
3Promo EditionThe Promo Edition is coming! In the third episode, the shooting for the Germany-wide poster campaign for “Germany’s Next Top Model” takes place. Natural beauty is important here: the models remain without make-up and unstyled.
4Action EditionAnd action! The fourth episode has it all. In a spectacular video shoot, the models are catapulted out of a car into the air at the push of a button. Anyone who manages to maintain composure and expression has a good chance of convincing Heidi Klum.
5Casting EditionCastings, castings, castings! Heidi Klum gives the model candidates an exclusive casting training before they go to Athens. Who can convince customers at the casting marathon and get the most jobs?
6The big GNTM Makeover!Snap, snap, hair off! The big #GNTM makeover is coming up and Heidi Klum has come up with individual looks for the top model candidates: bangs or pixie cut? Blonde bob or dark curls and extensions?
7Sedcard ShootingStrike a pose! The comp card shooting is coming up this week and a big surprise awaits the models who do the best. For the decision walk, the candidates transform themselves into dark, wind-up vintage dolls.
8Social Media EditionIn the social media edition, each model has to promote a crazy product in the style of an influencer in the video shoot. The young models then face a real interview situation and try to demonstrate their social media skills.
9Fantasy EditionThe Fantasy Edition is coming! Courage and expressiveness are required during a photo shoot. Three models are styled as plush figures and are mounted at a height of ten meters and pose in a competition.
10Castingmarathon in L.A.Castings, castings, castings! In L.A., the top model candidates go on a real casting marathon and try to land one of the coveted jobs.
11Bodypainting ShootIn the shoot of the week, the models can shine twice as much. Because it's not just the golden body painting that makes her shine, the poses should also be an eye-catcher.
12Getting into the Top 10Confidence is key. Not every model is yet able to come out of their shell and exude self-confidence. That's why Nikeata Thompson comes to the villa and gives the models a lesson on self-confidence and self-love.
13Dream EditionThis week acting talent is in demand. In the video shoot, the models recreate a visit to prison in the 80s. The shooting partner and prisoner is none other than Hollywood star Brigitte Nielsen.
14Duel WeekDuel week. When it comes to casting, the most important thing is the personality of the model. They should represent their personal superpower through a self-selected outfit and accessory.
15The Cover ShootThe cover shoot for Harper’s Bazaar is coming up. Every pose, every look and every movement of the #GNTM models has to be right here. Together with a robot as a partner, each model has to prove to the camera why she belongs on the cover.
16The Entry into the FinalSemifinals! The shooting demands everything from the semi-finalists. On a 5-meter-high swinging pole, they need constant body tension in order to be able to offer different poses and an expressive face.
17The grand FinaleFinal! After an exciting time in the fashion world, the top model candidates face their final challenge in the 17th season of “Germany’s Next Top Model – by Heidi Klum”.

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