Plot
German television series
✍️ CinePearl Editorial
Why Watch This
Rosa Roth delivers a gritty, no‑nonsense look at 1990s German policing, anchored by Iris Berben’s magnetic turn as the titular detective. The series blends procedural intrigue with social issues of the era, giving you a compelling mix of case‑of‑the‑week drama and character depth.
Best For
Crime fans, German TV lovers, Strong female leads, 90s nostalgia, Detective series, International TV buffs
The CinePearl Take
Berben’s performance is the show’s engine, turning every interrogation into a chess match of wit and will. Carlo Rola’s direction keeps the pacing brisk, never letting a case linger long enough to feel stale while still allowing moments of quiet reflection on the societal backdrop. The series’ atmospheric use of Berlin’s winter streets adds a moody texture that feels both timeless and distinctly German.
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Show Info
- First Aired
- 11 May 1994
- Language
- German
- Country
- Germany
- IMDb
- tt0806904 ↗