Disco Never Dies! - Musikladen-Hits für die Ewigkeit

Disco Never Dies! - Musikladen-Hits für die Ewigkeit (2026)



6.5 2026 90 min —

Director: Michelle Brückner

Cast: Lio, Edwin Starr, Gloria Gaynor, Michael Jackson, Agnetha Fältskog

Documentary Music TV Movie
Dance back in time with legendary disco icons as ABBA, Michael Jackson, Boney M., Chic, Edwin Starr, Lio, and Gloria Gaynor all graced the stage of Germany’s iconic TV show “Musikladen.” This curated collection captures those unforgettable, cult-favorite performances—perfect for grooving to timeless 70s and 80s floor-fillers.

More About This Film

Disco Never Dies! - Musikladen-Hits für die Ewigkeit celebrates the enduring appeal of disco through performances preserved from the legendary German music program Musikladen. The 90-minute program brings together major artists and songs from the 1970s and 1980s, creating a nostalgic journey through one of pop music's most visually distinctive eras.

The selection includes performances associated with ABBA, Boney M., The Jacksons, Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Chic, Ike & Tina Turner, and many others. Rather than recreating the period, the program lets historic television performances demonstrate why these songs and performers continue to resonate.

  • The program was produced for ARTE's Summer of Disco programming.
  • Musikladen originally ran on German television from 1972 to 1984.
  • The program includes performances such as ABBA's “Dancing Queen” and Gloria Gaynor's “I Will Survive.”
  • The 2026 program runs for approximately 90 minutes.

Where to Watch

The program is associated with ARTE and its availability can be limited by territory and catch-up rights.