Atze Schröder

Atze Schröder is a fictional character in German comedy. The character of Atze Schröder emerged in the mid-1990s on Germany's cabaret and comedy stages, quickly gaining recognition for his signature "Ruhrpott" humor and distinctive appearance. The character first garnered significant attention through appearances on the *Quatsch Comedy Club* and, later—most notably—through the RTL television series *Alles Atze*, which aired from 1999 to 2006. Atze Schröder also appeared on the big screen as the court jester in the feature film *7 Zwerge – Männer allein im Wald*.