Plot
TV series
✍️ CinePearl Editorial
Why Watch This
Set against the backdrop of World War I, Davos 1917 plunges viewers into the clandestine meetings of diplomats, spies, and exiled royals who converge in the Swiss resort town to shape the future of Europe. The series blends meticulous period detail with razor‑sharp political intrigue, making every episode feel like a high‑stakes chess match.
Best For
Historical drama fans, Politics buffs, War history enthusiasts, International relations geeks, Slow‑burn storytelling fans
The CinePearl Take
Director Christian Theede crafts a moody, almost cinematic tableau of early‑20th‑century Europe, letting the snow‑capped Alps mirror the cold calculations of his characters. Lead actor Johann Keller (as Swiss envoy Markus Lenz) delivers a quietly magnetic performance, conveying tension with a single glance. The pacing is deliberate, rewarding patience with layered revelations about loyalty, neutrality, and the cost of secrecy.
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Show Info
- Language
- German
- Country
- Germany
- IMDb
- tt12934800 ↗