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Series · 2002 · 50 min · 25 seasons

Backlight (2002)

Original title: Tegenlicht

7.4/10 · 7 votes
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Backlight is a TV series (Documentary) that first aired in 2002. Backlight has 25 seasons and 617 episodes in total. It has an average rating of 7.4/10 from 7 viewers. There is currently no known legal streaming option for Backlight in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Last episode S25 · E17 — Drones that think December 31, 2025

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Streaming services that carry Backlight, and the countries where you can watch it:

NLZIET 1 countries

Netherlands

NPO Plus 1 countries

Netherlands

NPO Start 1 countries

Netherlands

Plot

Tegenlicht in Dutch or Backlight in English is a series of television documentaries by the VPRO, a Dutch public broadcasting organisation. Backlight "aims to grasp the quintessence of prominent trends and developments" in the practice of critical journalism, and tries to improve understanding of the intricate inner workings of our modern society.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Backlight?

There is currently no known legal streaming option for Backlight in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Who stars in Backlight?

The main cast of Backlight includes Naomi Klein and Wim Duisenberg.

Who created Backlight?

Backlight was created by Doke Romeijn and Marije Meerman.

How many seasons and episodes does Backlight have?

Backlight has 25 seasons and 617 episodes in total.

When was Backlight released?

Backlight first aired on September 8, 2002.

When is the next episode of Backlight?

No new episode of Backlight has been announced yet. The latest episode (season 25, episode 17) aired on December 31, 2025.

Has Backlight ended?

No, Backlight is still ongoing.

Is Backlight worth watching?

Backlight has an average rating of 7.4/10 from 7 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Backlight?

If you enjoyed Backlight, try Marvel's 616, Biography, Inside Pixar and Earth at Night in Colour.

Is Backlight on NLZIET?

Not in United States right now. Backlight is on NLZIET in: Netherlands.

Is Backlight on NPO Plus?

Not in United States right now. Backlight is on NPO Plus in: Netherlands.

Is Backlight on NPO Start?

Not in United States right now. Backlight is on NPO Start in: Netherlands.

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Updated: October 27, 2026 ·