In the documentary series, funfair showmen provide insights into the everyday madness of a funfair and show that there is not always a fun(fair) atmosphere behind the scenes.

They are electricians and mechanics in one, own businesses worth millions and work in one of Germany's most traditional industries - "Die Kirmes Könige".

In this six-part documentary series, the showmen reveal what's really behind the funfair business, how difficult the job is and the imponderables they have to contend with. The consequences of the Covid 19 pandemic, severe storms, broken rides and everyday family stress - something unpredictable always happens...