Wir gratulieren Matthias Kiefersauer zur Berufung als Mitglied bei den Münchner Turmschreibern. Er ist somit ein Teil der kreativen Köpfe der süddeutschen Autorengruppe.
Neues Mitglied bei den Münchner Turmschreibern
Für immer Freibad
An entertaining film about a summer love with Jacob Matschenz in the role of ‘Robbe’. Available in the ZDFmediathek for one year from Thursday, 19 June 2025 at 10.00 a.m. and on Thursday, 14 August 2025 at 20:15 on ZDF.
Zweigstelle
When Resi and her clique get into a fatal accident while travelling to the Alps, they find themselves in a Bavarian afterlife authority that will decide their fate. The Bavarian comedy by Julius Grimm premieres at the Munich Film Festival on 2 July 2025, with Sina Wilke, Johanna Bittenbinder and Heinz-Josef Braun.
Nix Ist Fix
The film by Natalie Spinell premieres at the Munich Film Festival on 1 July. Felix Hellmann has taken on one of the leading roles. Seven long-time friends want to spend a weekend in a mountain hut. Even the ascent is difficult, the lift is out of order. The next surprise awaits the group at the top: three young strangers have made themselves at home and have no intention of leaving the hut. A heated discussion about property and ownership ensues.
About Mira Huber
Mira Huber has added an About Me to her showreel. Be sure to watch it!
Die Falle
Drehstart
The six-part psychological thriller series ‘The Trap’ is currently being produced in Cologne and Düsseldorf. Miriam Ohlmeyer has taken on the role of ‘Sophie’. The mini-series is being produced by Constantin Film. Casting: Sabine Schwedhelm.
The six-part psychological thriller series ‘The Trap’ is currently being produced in Cologne and Düsseldorf. Miriam Ohlmeyer has taken on the role of ‘Sophie’. The mini-series is being produced by Constantin Film. Casting: Sabine Schwedhelm.
About Me
Maria Sophie Siegl has added a new About Me to her showreel. Take a look!
Watzmann ermittelt
Drehstart
Since mid-May, filming for the 90-minute feature film ‘Die Tränen der Madonna’ (AT) and for the eight episodes of the seventh season of ‘Watzmann ermittelt’ has been underway in Berchtesgaden, Salzburg, on the Watzmann and the surrounding area. Katharina Leonore Goebel is back as the detective ‘Sophia Strasser’ and Vanessa Eckart as ‘Johanna Beissl’.
Since mid-May, filming for the 90-minute feature film ‘Die Tränen der Madonna’ (AT) and for the eight episodes of the seventh season of ‘Watzmann ermittelt’ has been underway in Berchtesgaden, Salzburg, on the Watzmann and the surrounding area. Katharina Leonore Goebel is back as the detective ‘Sophia Strasser’ and Vanessa Eckart as ‘Johanna Beissl’.
Amrum
Fatih Akin's new film has celebrated its world premiere in the ‘Cannes Première’ series. In ‘Amrum’, Fatih Akin adapts the childhood memories of future director and screenwriter Hark Bohm, who lived through the end of the Second World War on the North Frisian island. Laura Tonke plays the mother of the main character, and Lars Jessen has also taken on a role. The film was produced by bombero international and Warner Bros Film Productions Germany. The film will be released in German cinemas on 9 October.
Keine Scheidung ohne Leiche
Nina and Tom Eichkamp actually wanted to get divorced. But instead of going their separate ways, they are now united by a common challenge: the corpse of their couples' therapist.Tom Beck has taken on the leading role of ‘Tom Eichkamp’. The film is now available in the ZDF Mediathek and on 29.05.2025 at 20:15 on ZDF.
Polizeiruf 110
Böse geboren
Eva and her son Milan live in isolation from their surroundings. Eva has decided this because Milan is the result of a rape. When an activist is shot dead in the forest, most people realise who the perpetrator is. On 25 May at 20:15 on ARD and in the ARD Mediathek. Directed by Alexander Dierbach.
Eva and her son Milan live in isolation from their surroundings. Eva has decided this because Milan is the result of a rape. When an activist is shot dead in the forest, most people realise who the perpetrator is. On 25 May at 20:15 on ARD and in the ARD Mediathek. Directed by Alexander Dierbach.
September 5
The film won 9 German Film Awards, including ‘Best Feature Film’. Sebastian Jehkul played a small role in the film. Congratulations to the whole team!
Einstein
The Sat.1 series starring Tom Beck ran in Germany from 2015 to 2019. Now CBS is adapting the series in the USA. While Tom Beck took on the role of Albert Einstein's great-grandson in the German original, Matthew Gray Gubler is set to play the lead role in the US version. The premise of the series is the same as the German original: Einstein's great-grandson, like his great-grandfather, is a genius and works as an eccentric professor.
Kalter Hund
Dreharbeiten
The black humour mumblecore comedy about family secrets is currently being filmed in Munich. Produced by Milk Pictures, Construction Film and ZDF-Das kleine Fernsehspiel. Starring: Johanna Bittenbinder, Kathrina Anna Stahl, Christiane Bärwald.
The black humour mumblecore comedy about family secrets is currently being filmed in Munich. Produced by Milk Pictures, Construction Film and ZDF-Das kleine Fernsehspiel. Starring: Johanna Bittenbinder, Kathrina Anna Stahl, Christiane Bärwald.
Filmfest München 2025
"Neues Deutsches Fernsehen"
At the 42nd Munich Film Festival, which takes place from 27 June to 6 July 2025, the following films/series will premiere in the ‘New German Films’ section: ‘Miss Sophie - Same Procedure As Every Year’ with Jacob Matschenz as ‘Sir Toby’ and Tom Beck as ‘Pablo Picasso’,Production: UFA Fiction GmbH,Casting: Die Besetzer,Director: Daniel Rakete Siegel, Markus Sehr,Broadcaster: Amazon MGM Studios. ‘Nix ist fix ‘with Felix Hellmann,Production: Roxy Film GmbH,Casting: Mareth & Rölcke Casting,Director: Natalie Spinell,Sender: ZDF. “High Stakes ”with a.o. Roland Schreglmann,production: Odeon Fiction GmbH,casting: Dorothee Weyers,director: Marijana Verhoef,broadcaster: ZDFneo. ‘Naked ’with Chryssanthi Kavazi and Yung Ngo, among others, production: Fandango Film TV GmbH, director: Bettina Oberli, casting: Dayanir & Hellwig.
At the 42nd Munich Film Festival, which takes place from 27 June to 6 July 2025, the following films/series will premiere in the ‘New German Films’ section: ‘Miss Sophie - Same Procedure As Every Year’ with Jacob Matschenz as ‘Sir Toby’ and Tom Beck as ‘Pablo Picasso’,Production: UFA Fiction GmbH,Casting: Die Besetzer,Director: Daniel Rakete Siegel, Markus Sehr,Broadcaster: Amazon MGM Studios. ‘Nix ist fix ‘with Felix Hellmann,Production: Roxy Film GmbH,Casting: Mareth & Rölcke Casting,Director: Natalie Spinell,Sender: ZDF. “High Stakes ”with a.o. Roland Schreglmann,production: Odeon Fiction GmbH,casting: Dorothee Weyers,director: Marijana Verhoef,broadcaster: ZDFneo. ‘Naked ’with Chryssanthi Kavazi and Yung Ngo, among others, production: Fandango Film TV GmbH, director: Bettina Oberli, casting: Dayanir & Hellwig.
Tatort München
Unvergänglich
The first take for case 99 and 100 for Batic and Leitmayr has been shot. Johanna Bittenbinder and Max Schmidt are in front of the camera. Production: Neuesuper GmbH, Casting: Liza Stutzky Casting.
The first take for case 99 and 100 for Batic and Leitmayr has been shot. Johanna Bittenbinder and Max Schmidt are in front of the camera. Production: Neuesuper GmbH, Casting: Liza Stutzky Casting.
Neuzugang
Ab sofort vertreten wir die Schauspielerin Vanessa Eckart. Herzlich Willkommen, liebe Vanessa!
Alphamännchen
The series camp festival has announced the first program items for its industry conference. One highlight will be the “Next From” and “Work in Progress” panels, which will provide an initial insight into German series projects, some of which have not yet been completed. This year, these include the Netflix series “Alphamännchen” starring Tom Beck, among others. Produced by Geißendörfer Pictures, casting: Die Besetzer.
Club der Dinosaurier
The Series Camp Festival has announced the series program. From June 3 to 5 2025, there will be a high density of exciting new German and international series. Among them is the ZDFneo series “Club der Dinosaurier”. It stars Tom Beck, Pauline Angert and Yung Ngo, among others.
Club der Dinosaurier
From loser to T-Rex: Instead of becoming more masculine after taking supposed testosterone, two pubescent boys slowly transform into dinosaur-like reptiles. The high school dramedy by Lutz Heineking Jr. can be streamed on ZDF from Friday, June 6, 2025 and will run in double episodes on ZDFneo from June 15, 2025 at 8:15 pm. With Tom Beck, Pauline Angert and Yung Ngo.
Polizeiruf 110
Ein feiner Tag für den Bananenfisch
In the early morning, in the middle of Munich's train station district, a man is killed with five shots. After the two chief detectives Cris Blohm and Dennis Eden (Stephan Zinner) have delved further into the case, they realize the true background to the crime. On 18.05.2025 at 20:15 on ARD and in the ARD media library.
In the early morning, in the middle of Munich's train station district, a man is killed with five shots. After the two chief detectives Cris Blohm and Dennis Eden (Stephan Zinner) have delved further into the case, they realize the true background to the crime. On 18.05.2025 at 20:15 on ARD and in the ARD media library.
Himmel Herrgott Sakrament
Shooting starts for the 2nd season of the successful BR series. Pastor Hans Reiser (Stephan Zinner) and Lisa Kirchberger are now officially a couple. This puts too much strain on them, especially on Cardinal Brunnenmayr, whose indignation is slowly but surely growing. There is a huge simmering between Reiser and the cardinal. Kathrin Anna Stahl, Corinna Binzer and Mira Huber will play roles in the episodes. The scripts were written by Franz X. Bogner and Carolina Zimmermann.
Friesland
Dreharbeiten
Alexander Costea führt aktuell Regie für zwei neue Folgen der ZDF-Reihe.
Alexander Costea führt aktuell Regie für zwei neue Folgen der ZDF-Reihe.
Dr. Nice
Béla Kampschulte is in front of the camera for the continuation of the ZDF series. Casting: Karen Wendland.
Neuzugang
We are now representing the director Ismail Şahin. We are very happy about the cooperation.
Amrum
78. Festival de Cannes
Fatih Akin's new film “Amrum” will celebrate its world premiere in the “Cannes Première” series. In “Amrum”, Fatih Akin adapts the childhood memories of future director and screenwriter Hark Bohm, who lived through the end of the Second World War on the North Frisian island. Laura Tonke plays the main character's mother, and Lars Jessen has also taken on a role. The film was produced by bombero international and Warner Bros. Film Productions Germany. The film will be released in German cinemas on October 9.
Fatih Akin's new film “Amrum” will celebrate its world premiere in the “Cannes Première” series. In “Amrum”, Fatih Akin adapts the childhood memories of future director and screenwriter Hark Bohm, who lived through the end of the Second World War on the North Frisian island. Laura Tonke plays the main character's mother, and Lars Jessen has also taken on a role. The film was produced by bombero international and Warner Bros. Film Productions Germany. The film will be released in German cinemas on October 9.
Peter Rühring
Peter Rühring passed away on April 9, 2025 at the age of 82 in Berlin.Peter was a person who inspired us with his unmistakable humor and his relaxed, elegant manner.We were able to accompany Peter for over 25 years and enjoyed the exchange and cooperation with him very much.
Ringlstetter
mit Kathrina Anna Stahl
On Thursday, April 10, Kathrin Anna Stahl will be a guest on “Ringlstetter” on BR. To be seen at 10 pm on BR and in the ARD Mediathek.
On Thursday, April 10, Kathrin Anna Stahl will be a guest on “Ringlstetter” on BR. To be seen at 10 pm on BR and in the ARD Mediathek.
Lost in Fuseta - Die weiße Fracht
Drehstart
Filming for the two-part series will continue in Portugal until May 23. The film is being directed by Felix Herzogenrath and produced by 307 Production on behalf of ARD Degeto.
Filming for the two-part series will continue in Portugal until May 23. The film is being directed by Felix Herzogenrath and produced by 307 Production on behalf of ARD Degeto.
About Me
Sina Wilke has added a current About Me to her showreel. Absolutely worth seeing!
Fake It Till You Break Shit
Mira Huber has taken on one of the leading roles. Filming has just finished. Homeless Jeanie (30) works from her car in a dubious network marketing job. When she is invited to her old school friends' JGA, she senses an opportunity to sell them her products. But she has underestimated how much she wants to be part of the group again. Directed by Natascha Zink.
Polizeiruf 110
Das Recht des Stärken
Filming has been underway since March 11, 2025 under the direction of Christian Bach. Johanna Wokalek and Stephan Zinner play the leading roles, while Tobias Moretti and others can be seen in other roles. Broadcast on the first channel is planned for 2026. Casting: Dayanir & Hellwig.
Filming has been underway since March 11, 2025 under the direction of Christian Bach. Johanna Wokalek and Stephan Zinner play the leading roles, while Tobias Moretti and others can be seen in other roles. Broadcast on the first channel is planned for 2026. Casting: Dayanir & Hellwig.
Marie fängt Feuer
Lokale Gewitter
A bonfire is being planned in Oberwaldram. Marie has to assert herself against the organizer's negligence during the inspection, while a huge storm is looming on the horizon.with Christiane Bärwald as Verena and Sebastian Fritz. Director: Matthias Kiefersauer, screenplay: Matthias Kiefersauer, Adrienne Bortoli, Ulrike Zinke.
A bonfire is being planned in Oberwaldram. Marie has to assert herself against the organizer's negligence during the inspection, while a huge storm is looming on the horizon.with Christiane Bärwald as Verena and Sebastian Fritz. Director: Matthias Kiefersauer, screenplay: Matthias Kiefersauer, Adrienne Bortoli, Ulrike Zinke.
Kardinalfehler
Komödie im Bayerischen Hof
Until May 11, 2025, Dieter Fischer can be seen in the leading role of this comedy: an exemplary diocese somewhere in Germany. Clean, hardly any resignations from the church, absolutely scandal-free. The bishop is an energetic enlightener who resolutely combats and deals with all the dark shadows of the past. The kind of reformer everyone wants. The Pope will therefore visit the diocese as the highlight of his trip, bless the diocese's most famous relic and spend a night in the episcopal palace, but while preparations are being made for the Holy Father's visit, a scandal in the person of a young woman stumbles in, threatening to sweep everyone away... Alvise Predieri
Until May 11, 2025, Dieter Fischer can be seen in the leading role of this comedy: an exemplary diocese somewhere in Germany. Clean, hardly any resignations from the church, absolutely scandal-free. The bishop is an energetic enlightener who resolutely combats and deals with all the dark shadows of the past. The kind of reformer everyone wants. The Pope will therefore visit the diocese as the highlight of his trip, bless the diocese's most famous relic and spend a night in the episcopal palace, but while preparations are being made for the Holy Father's visit, a scandal in the person of a young woman stumbles in, threatening to sweep everyone away... Alvise Predieri
Mord auf dem Inka-Pfad
The mini-series with Heinz-Josef Braun and others can be seen on Wednesday, April 30 and Thursday, May 1 at 8:15 pm on ARD. All four episodes will be available in the ARD media library from April 19. A true-crime drama that aims to make the meticulous international investigative work comprehensible. It is about the mysterious murder of a German tourist in the Peruvian Andes in 1997, which marks the beginning of one of the most difficult and extensive investigations in German criminal history. Casting: Stephanie Maile.
Rosenthal
Hans Rosenthal would have been 100 years old on April 2, 2025. ZDF is dedicating a TV movie of the week to the unforgotten quizmaster (“Dalli Dalli”), which shows the entertainer from a hitherto largely unknown side: in the conflict between show business and his biography as a Holocaust survivor. The 90-minute film provides insights into the zeitgeist and the television business of the 1970s with flashbacks to Rosenthal's past - a historical topic for a documentary. From March 22 in the ZDF Mediathek and on April 7 at 8:15 pm on ZDF. With Ines Honsel as assistant director Uli Pfeifer. Casting: Stephanie Maile
Einspruch Schatz
Schwesterherz
This spring sees a reunion with the unlikely pair of lawyers Eva Schatz and Hanno Bertram. Since the successful launch of the ARD Degeto film series, five new “Einspruch, Schatz!” episodes have been filmed, and the fifth film in the series “Schwesterherz” with Clelia Sarto will be shown on Friday, April 4 at 8:15 pm. Casting: Mareth & Rölcke.
This spring sees a reunion with the unlikely pair of lawyers Eva Schatz and Hanno Bertram. Since the successful launch of the ARD Degeto film series, five new “Einspruch, Schatz!” episodes have been filmed, and the fifth film in the series “Schwesterherz” with Clelia Sarto will be shown on Friday, April 4 at 8:15 pm. Casting: Mareth & Rölcke.
Behringer und die Toten - Ein Bamberg-Krimi
Antoniusfeuer
Behringer and his team are faced with a mysterious puzzle: bloody writing in the tunnels of Bamberg, a deadly attack at a birthday party and a shaven murder victim lead to a twisty investigation in which a mysterious tunnel ghost is also involved. In the world of breweries, dark legends and subterranean secrets, Behringer and Ela soon discover that evil really is “among us”: Evil is indeed “among us”. Directed by Alexander Costea.
Behringer and his team are faced with a mysterious puzzle: bloody writing in the tunnels of Bamberg, a deadly attack at a birthday party and a shaven murder victim lead to a twisty investigation in which a mysterious tunnel ghost is also involved. In the world of breweries, dark legends and subterranean secrets, Behringer and Ela soon discover that evil really is “among us”: Evil is indeed “among us”. Directed by Alexander Costea.
Behringer und die Toten - Ein Bamberg-Krimi
Romeo
The guidance counselor of a prestigious elite private school is run over right in front of the building on open day. It soon becomes clear - it was murder. The investigation proves to be challenging, as the list of suspects is long. And while Behringer has a colleague from the LKA breathing down his neck who is putting a lot of pressure on him, Ela goes undercover as a teacher at the elite school to break through the impenetrable wall of silence. With Sophia Schober, directed by Alexander Costea.
The guidance counselor of a prestigious elite private school is run over right in front of the building on open day. It soon becomes clear - it was murder. The investigation proves to be challenging, as the list of suspects is long. And while Behringer has a colleague from the LKA breathing down his neck who is putting a lot of pressure on him, Ela goes undercover as a teacher at the elite school to break through the impenetrable wall of silence. With Sophia Schober, directed by Alexander Costea.
Himmel, Herrgott, Sakrament
Staffel 2
The successful BR series with Stephan Zinner in the leading role goes into the next round. Cardinal Brunnenmayr presents priest Hans Reiser with an impossible choice: the priesthood or his relationship with Lisa. Reiser, known for his rebellious spirit and his pragmatic view of religion, refuses to give up one or the other. The film is directed by Franz Xaver Bogner, who wrote the screenplays together with Carolina Zimmermann. Filming will take place this year in Munich and the surrounding area.
The successful BR series with Stephan Zinner in the leading role goes into the next round. Cardinal Brunnenmayr presents priest Hans Reiser with an impossible choice: the priesthood or his relationship with Lisa. Reiser, known for his rebellious spirit and his pragmatic view of religion, refuses to give up one or the other. The film is directed by Franz Xaver Bogner, who wrote the screenplays together with Carolina Zimmermann. Filming will take place this year in Munich and the surrounding area.
Kurzstrecke mit Pierre M. Krause
On Friday, 14 March 2025, the episode with Tom Beck can be seen on SWR at 11:30 pm. The episode is also available in the ARD Mediathek.
Watzmann ermittelt
Vermisst
The episode can be seen on ARD on 12 March 2025 at 18:50 and is available in the ARD media library. Katharina Leonore Goebel is back as ‘Sophia Strasser’. Directed by Felix Bärwald.
The episode can be seen on ARD on 12 March 2025 at 18:50 and is available in the ARD media library. Katharina Leonore Goebel is back as ‘Sophia Strasser’. Directed by Felix Bärwald.
Das Leichte und das Schwere
The new Maverick Film production starts shooting. The screenplay was written by Karla Cristóbal and Erec Brehmer.
Marie fängt Feuer
Neue Staffel
4 new episodes of ‘Marie fängt Feuer’ are now available in the ZDF Mediathek! ‘Verschüttet’ - on 13 March at 8:15 pm on ZDFwith Sebastian Winkler as Fritz Engel and Sebastian Winkler Directed by: Matthias Kiefersauer ‘Vergeben und vergessen’ - on 27 March at 8:15 pm on ZDFwith Sebastian Fritz as Fritz Engel ‘Lokale Gewitter’ - on 03 April at 8:15 pm on ZDFwith Sebastian Fritz as Fritz Engel and Christiane Bärwald Director: Matthias Kiefersauer Book: Matthias Kiefersauer, Adrienne Bortoli, Ulrike Zinke ‘Brüder’ - on 10 April at 8:15 pm on ZDFwith Sebastian Fritz as Fritz Engel Casting: Franziska Aigner Production: MadeFor Film
4 new episodes of ‘Marie fängt Feuer’ are now available in the ZDF Mediathek! ‘Verschüttet’ - on 13 March at 8:15 pm on ZDFwith Sebastian Winkler as Fritz Engel and Sebastian Winkler Directed by: Matthias Kiefersauer ‘Vergeben und vergessen’ - on 27 March at 8:15 pm on ZDFwith Sebastian Fritz as Fritz Engel ‘Lokale Gewitter’ - on 03 April at 8:15 pm on ZDFwith Sebastian Fritz as Fritz Engel and Christiane Bärwald Director: Matthias Kiefersauer Book: Matthias Kiefersauer, Adrienne Bortoli, Ulrike Zinke ‘Brüder’ - on 10 April at 8:15 pm on ZDFwith Sebastian Fritz as Fritz Engel Casting: Franziska Aigner Production: MadeFor Film
Zweigstelle
Filming is currently underway on the Bavarian cinema comedy ‘Zweigstelle’. A WennDann Film debut project by director Julius Grimm. The cast includes Johanna Bittenbinder, Sina Wilke and Heinz-Josef Braun.
Deutsche Akademie für Fernsehen
Verleihung 2025
The GERMAN ACADEMY FOR TELEVISION, DAfF for short, presented the DAfFNE, the independent industry award for outstanding individual performances in German television, for the 12th time on 21 February 2025 in Berlin. Laura Tonke received the award in the ‘Actress in a Leading Role’ category for her role in ‘Sexually Available’. We are incredibly happy. Congratulations, dear Laura!
The GERMAN ACADEMY FOR TELEVISION, DAfF for short, presented the DAfFNE, the independent industry award for outstanding individual performances in German television, for the 12th time on 21 February 2025 in Berlin. Laura Tonke received the award in the ‘Actress in a Leading Role’ category for her role in ‘Sexually Available’. We are incredibly happy. Congratulations, dear Laura!
Die Chefin
Gefallener Engel
The injuries and drag marks on the dead man in the lake near a boathouse lead Dr Rüders to rule out suicide. The last episode of the current season can now be seen in the ZDF media library and on 21 February at 20:15 on ZDF. With Katharina Leonore Goebel and Stephan Zinner, casting: Stefany Pohlmann. Directed by Alexander Costea.
The injuries and drag marks on the dead man in the lake near a boathouse lead Dr Rüders to rule out suicide. The last episode of the current season can now be seen in the ZDF media library and on 21 February at 20:15 on ZDF. With Katharina Leonore Goebel and Stephan Zinner, casting: Stefany Pohlmann. Directed by Alexander Costea.
Die Bestatterin
Tote leben länger
A suicide raises many questions and doubts that need to be clarified. The episode with Katharina Leonore Goebel can be seen on 20 February 2025 at 20:15 on ARD and now in the ARD Mediathek. Script: Matthias Kiefersauer and Alexander Liegl. Casting: Jessica Layher
A suicide raises many questions and doubts that need to be clarified. The episode with Katharina Leonore Goebel can be seen on 20 February 2025 at 20:15 on ARD and now in the ARD Mediathek. Script: Matthias Kiefersauer and Alexander Liegl. Casting: Jessica Layher
Lillys Verschwinden
Anna and Robert Bischoff are on a family holiday on an idyllic Mediterranean island with their friend Johanna Pohlmann and their children. When five-year-old Lilly disappears from the Bischoffs' holiday flat one evening, a desperate search begins all over the island. Did the little girl want to join her parents in the tapas bar and get lost in the dark? Or has someone broken into the flat and abducted Lilly? The two-part thriller with Regula Grauwiller and Barbara Focke is now available in the ZDF Mediathek and can be seen on 17 and 19 February on ZDF.
Querschuss
When grandfather Joachim takes his own life shortly before his 80th birthday, it comes out of the blue for everyone. What remains is a family shaken to its foundations. The ARD film can be seen on 12.02.2025 at 20:15 and is now available in the ARD Mediathek. With Stephan Zinner as ‘Thomas Bornemann’, casting: Daniela Tolkien.
Schweizer Filmpreis 2025
Stefan Gubser has been nominated for the Swiss Film Award in the category ‘Best Supporting Performance’ for his role in ‘Landesverräter’. Congratulations, dear Stefan. We are keeping our fingers crossed for the award ceremony on 21 March in Geneva.
Neuzugang
Welcome, dear Fritz! We are now representing the director and screenwriter Fritz Böhm.
Der Schmidt Max auf der Suche
After a successful first season, Max Schmidt once again sets out in search of answers to questions that move people in Bavaria. What makes a good friendship? What does beauty mean and why is silence sometimes good for you? How can you realise your dreams or be courageous? Why do rituals give structure to life? In six episodes, every week from Monday, 13 January 2025 (all episodes in the ARD media library from 10 January 2025), Schmidt Max meets people who give him their answers to these questions.
Spuren
Ab 7. Februar in der ARD Mediathek
The series provides an insight into the real world of a special investigation team of over 40 people centred around the experienced investigator Barbara Kramer, who is tasked with uncovering a sex murder. The months of meticulous deliberation, tracking down clues and taking action are described in an authentic way. Also in the film: Mira Huber, Sophia Schober and Sebastian Fritz.
The series provides an insight into the real world of a special investigation team of over 40 people centred around the experienced investigator Barbara Kramer, who is tasked with uncovering a sex murder. The months of meticulous deliberation, tracking down clues and taking action are described in an authentic way. Also in the film: Mira Huber, Sophia Schober and Sebastian Fritz.
Ein Ort, der sich zuhause nennt
Nach der Winter-Frauen-Triologie von Astrid Ruppert
Alexander Dierbach directs this TV multi-part film for ARD Degeto. Based on the winter women's trilogy by Astrid Ruppert. Production: Bantry Bay, Casting: Stefany Pohlmann Casting
Alexander Dierbach directs this TV multi-part film for ARD Degeto. Based on the winter women's trilogy by Astrid Ruppert. Production: Bantry Bay, Casting: Stefany Pohlmann Casting
Was Marielle weiß
Before ‘What Marielle Knows’ is released in cinemas across Germany on 17 April 2025, the film will celebrate its world premiere in competition at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival. An exciting film by Frédéric Hambalek about telepathic abilities and their consequences. With Sissy Höfferer
Wilsberg
Achtsam bis tödlich
A murdered lawyer from her law firm gets Tessa Tilker into trouble. Private detective Wilsberg discovers details during his investigations that soon also put Ekki Talkötter in danger. Tom Beck can be seen in the role of ‘Ingo Bundschuh’. On 8 February 2025, 8:15 pm, on ZDF and from 1 February 2025 in the ZDF Mediathek. Casting: Dayanir&Hellwig
A murdered lawyer from her law firm gets Tessa Tilker into trouble. Private detective Wilsberg discovers details during his investigations that soon also put Ekki Talkötter in danger. Tom Beck can be seen in the role of ‘Ingo Bundschuh’. On 8 February 2025, 8:15 pm, on ZDF and from 1 February 2025 in the ZDF Mediathek. Casting: Dayanir&Hellwig
Tatort Berlin
Vier Leben
The assassination of a lobbyist is just the prelude to a cold-blooded series of murders - Susanne Bonard and Robert Karow realise this when a leading PR consultant is shot dead right in front of Karow's eyes just a few hours later. Bonard and Karow investigate in political Berlin, in worlds that remain closed even to them. On Sunday, 16 February 2025, at 20:15 on ARD. Clelia Sarto is in the role of ‘Elizabeta Alvarez’. The film can be seen afterwards in the ARD Mediathek. Casting: Karimah El-Giamal
The assassination of a lobbyist is just the prelude to a cold-blooded series of murders - Susanne Bonard and Robert Karow realise this when a leading PR consultant is shot dead right in front of Karow's eyes just a few hours later. Bonard and Karow investigate in political Berlin, in worlds that remain closed even to them. On Sunday, 16 February 2025, at 20:15 on ARD. Clelia Sarto is in the role of ‘Elizabeta Alvarez’. The film can be seen afterwards in the ARD Mediathek. Casting: Karimah El-Giamal
Bayerischer Filmpreis 2025
Sonnenplätze’ was honoured as the best newcomer film. Screenplay: Aaron Arens and Lukas Loose, director: Aaron Arens, production: Maverick Film in co-production with Claussen+Putz Filmproduktion. Casting: Anne Hünseler. ‘September 5’, in which Sebastian Jehkul took on a small role, also won the award for best film. Casting: Simone Bär
September 5
Jetzt im Kino
The film can now be seen in cinemas. Sebastian Jehkul has taken on a small role. The drama has also been nominated for an Oscar in the ‘Best Screenplay’ category. We're keeping our fingers crossed!
The film can now be seen in cinemas. Sebastian Jehkul has taken on a small role. The drama has also been nominated for an Oscar in the ‘Best Screenplay’ category. We're keeping our fingers crossed!
Die Chefin
Grenzgänger
Was the murdered paramedic's vlog about rubberneckers during rescue operations his undoing, or must Vera Lanz assume that he was involved in the drug scene? With Pirmin Sedlmeir as ‘Sascha Bruns’. On 31 January at 20:15 on ZDF and already available in the ZDF Mediathek. Casting: Stefany Pohlmann.
Was the murdered paramedic's vlog about rubberneckers during rescue operations his undoing, or must Vera Lanz assume that he was involved in the drug scene? With Pirmin Sedlmeir as ‘Sascha Bruns’. On 31 January at 20:15 on ZDF and already available in the ZDF Mediathek. Casting: Stefany Pohlmann.
Like A Loser
Season 2
On March 7, 2025, the time has finally come and the second season of the ZDFneo series can be seen in the ZDF Mediathek. In the eight episodes of the second season, the unusual family gets a chance to prove themselves as such - and another addition. Tom Beck is back as Guideon Stöfgen. Chryssanthi Kavazi also makes a guest appearance.
On March 7, 2025, the time has finally come and the second season of the ZDFneo series can be seen in the ZDF Mediathek. In the eight episodes of the second season, the unusual family gets a chance to prove themselves as such - and another addition. Tom Beck is back as Guideon Stöfgen. Chryssanthi Kavazi also makes a guest appearance.
Prange
Shooting starts for Lars Jessen and Florida Film. The comedy, starring Bjarne Mädel, Olli Dittrich and Katharina Marie Schubert, among others, is being produced on behalf of NDR.
Snowdance Festival
On 01.02.2025 the short film “DateNight” with Sina Wilke will be shown at 5 pm at the Snowdance Festival in Essen.
Grimme Preis
Nominierung 2025
The ZDFtivi series “Echt Friends” has been nominated in the “Children & Youth” category. Yung Ngo has taken on the role of the father “Hung Tran”. We are keeping our fingers crossed.
The ZDFtivi series “Echt Friends” has been nominated in the “Children & Youth” category. Yung Ngo has taken on the role of the father “Hung Tran”. We are keeping our fingers crossed.
Watzmann ermittelt
Staffel 5
The new season will start on January 15, 2025 at 6:50 p.m. on ARD. The episodes will then also be available weekly in the ARD Mediathek. Katharina Leonore Goebel investigates as Sophie Strasser with her colleagues. Casting: Brauch Casting.
The new season will start on January 15, 2025 at 6:50 p.m. on ARD. The episodes will then also be available weekly in the ARD Mediathek. Katharina Leonore Goebel investigates as Sophie Strasser with her colleagues. Casting: Brauch Casting.
Nord bei Nordwest
Das Nolden Haus
Lena Helbing from Lübeck moves into a vacant house that is notorious in Schwanitz for being haunted. Allegedly, the ghost of Inge Nolden, who was abandoned by her husband many years ago and hanged herself out of grief, is haunting the house. The very morning after her first night, Lena Helbing is found hanged in the attic, just like Inge Nolden. On 16 January at 20:15 on ARD and in the ARD Mediathek. The film was directed by Felix Herzogenrath.
Lena Helbing from Lübeck moves into a vacant house that is notorious in Schwanitz for being haunted. Allegedly, the ghost of Inge Nolden, who was abandoned by her husband many years ago and hanged herself out of grief, is haunting the house. The very morning after her first night, Lena Helbing is found hanged in the attic, just like Inge Nolden. On 16 January at 20:15 on ARD and in the ARD Mediathek. The film was directed by Felix Herzogenrath.
Der Bergdoktor
Ein neuer Mensch
Tina Reichert (Xenia Tiling) loves the extravagant parties at her ‘Funkenalm’. But she pays a high price for it. Dr Martin Gruber warns Tina that her kidney is about to collapse. But it is already a donor kidney. Tina's chances of getting another one are slim. Her brother Michi could help, but is not prepared to do so. On 16 January 2025 at 20:15 on ZDF and in the ZDF Mediathek. Casting: Mareth & Rölcke
Tina Reichert (Xenia Tiling) loves the extravagant parties at her ‘Funkenalm’. But she pays a high price for it. Dr Martin Gruber warns Tina that her kidney is about to collapse. But it is already a donor kidney. Tina's chances of getting another one are slim. Her brother Michi could help, but is not prepared to do so. On 16 January 2025 at 20:15 on ZDF and in the ZDF Mediathek. Casting: Mareth & Rölcke
München Mord
Nix für Angsthasen
Heart attack or murder? Bojanski lies dead at his workplace. Detectives Flierl, Neuhauser and Schaller investigate because he has a special story. Screenplay: Alexander Liegl and Matthias Kiefersauer, Director: Matthias Kiefersauer. On 18.01.2025 at 20:15 on ZDF and in the ZDF media library.
Heart attack or murder? Bojanski lies dead at his workplace. Detectives Flierl, Neuhauser and Schaller investigate because he has a special story. Screenplay: Alexander Liegl and Matthias Kiefersauer, Director: Matthias Kiefersauer. On 18.01.2025 at 20:15 on ZDF and in the ZDF media library.
SOKO Potsdam
The new season starts on 13 January on ZDF. Twelve new episodes can be seen every Monday at 6.00 p.m. Each episode is available in the ZDF media library a week before it is broadcast. Yung Ngo plays the role of Thomas Brandner. Casting: Ana Dávila
Lillys Verschwinden
Abende lassen die Eltern gemeinsam mit dem Ehepaar Sarah und Niklas Grothe in der nahegelegenen Tapasbar ausklingen. Als eines Abends die fünfjährige Lilly aus dem Ferienapartment der Bischoffs verschwindet, beginnt eine verzweifelte Suche auf der ganzen Insel. Wollte das kleine Mädchen zu ihren Eltern in die Tapasbar und hat sich in der Dunkelheit verlaufen? Oder ist jemand in das Apartment eingedrungen und hat Lilly entführt?
SOKO Linz
Schlafende Hunde
Brigitte Weser, the operator of a private animal shelter, has repeatedly caused a stir in the past with campaigns against the dog mafia. Does she have anything to do with the crime? A new episode, with Sebastian Jehkul in the role of “Kevin Metz”, will be shown on December 27 at 18:00 on ZDF.
Brigitte Weser, the operator of a private animal shelter, has repeatedly caused a stir in the past with campaigns against the dog mafia. Does she have anything to do with the crime? A new episode, with Sebastian Jehkul in the role of “Kevin Metz”, will be shown on December 27 at 18:00 on ZDF.
Die Chefin
Dunkelfeld (2)
After the Berlin colleagues suffer a serious loss, they team up with Vera Lanz and her team. The 2nd part of the crossover “Jenseits der Spree/Die Chefin” can be seen on December 27 at 9:45 pm on ZDF and in the ZDF Mediathek. It was directed by Alexander Costea.
After the Berlin colleagues suffer a serious loss, they team up with Vera Lanz and her team. The 2nd part of the crossover “Jenseits der Spree/Die Chefin” can be seen on December 27 at 9:45 pm on ZDF and in the ZDF Mediathek. It was directed by Alexander Costea.
Es ist zu deinem Besten
Law firm owner Arthur experiences a nightmare at his daughter Antonia's dream wedding: instead of saying “I do” to an up-and-coming lawyer from his team, she elopes with left-wing activist Alex (Jacob Matschenz). The film can be seen on 27.12. at 21:45 on ARD and in the ARD media library.
Nie zu spät
59-year-old airline captain Paul is proud to have reached the top of his dream job under his own steam. Shortly before the final ascent in the prestigious Airbus 747-8, he has to deal with his only weak point, which the self-confident man of success has so far generously allowed himself: As a husband and dad, as his two failed relationships with two children show, Paul doesn't have the same sense of responsibility as he does in the cockpit. With Ines Honsel and Roland Schreglmann. On 28.12 at 16:50 on ARD and in the ARD media library.
Weihnachten bei Hoppenstedts
A classic that is simply part of Christmas for most families. In the ARD Mediathek or on December 24 at 3:05 p.m. on Ersten. Rudolf Kowalski as the “Heinzelmann” vacuum cleaner salesman will of course be there.
Friesland
Sturmmöwen
When Süher Özlügül and Henk Cassens are called to a mission on the beach, they have no idea that the capsized sailing boat is just the start of a new case. With Hannes Hellmann, directed by Alexander Costea. Casting: Michael Ludwig.
When Süher Özlügül and Henk Cassens are called to a mission on the beach, they have no idea that the capsized sailing boat is just the start of a new case. With Hannes Hellmann, directed by Alexander Costea. Casting: Michael Ludwig.
Nelly und das Weihnachtswunder
A parcel carrier who has nothing to do with Christmas accidentally crosses paths with a petty thief and a mysterious little boy who doesn't speak. Tom Beck has taken on a guest role as radio presenter Olli. Casting: Bavaria Fiction. On December 22 at 8:15 pm on ZDF and now available in the ZDF Mediathek.
Feste&Freunde
Ten friends, three years, seven parties. This intense and turbulent ensemble comedy follows a group of friends through the highs and lows of life. Each party is a snapshot of their friendship. In between there are big changes, secrets, decisions and sometimes great happiness. Laura Tonke has taken on the role of Ellen. Director: David Dietl, casting: Die Besetzer. The film can be seen in cinemas from January 2, 2025.
Deutsche Akademie für Fernsehen
Nominierung
For the 12th time, the GERMAN ACADEMY FOR TELEVISION, DAfF for short, will award the DAfFNE, the independent industry award for outstanding individual achievements in German television, on February 21, 2025 in Berlin. Laura Tonke is nominated in the “Actress in a Leading Role” category for “Sexually Available”. We're keeping our fingers crossed!
For the 12th time, the GERMAN ACADEMY FOR TELEVISION, DAfF for short, will award the DAfFNE, the independent industry award for outstanding individual achievements in German television, on February 21, 2025 in Berlin. Laura Tonke is nominated in the “Actress in a Leading Role” category for “Sexually Available”. We're keeping our fingers crossed!
Jenseits der Spree
There will be 3 episodes of the series in December, the scripts are by Etienne Heimann. “Invesion” will run on 13.12., “Aus dem Takt” on 20.12. and “Dunkelfeld”, the crossover with “Die Chefin”, on 27.12.2024. Each at 20:15 on ZDF.
Stadtkulturpreis 2024
Franziska Stünkel received the prestigious award for her influence in the art and culture scene, both in her home city of Hanover and internationally. Her film “Nahschuss”, which features a top-class cast and courageously focuses on an important piece of German history, was particularly highlighted. With her artistic oeuvre, Stünkel has helped Hanover achieve international renown. She has also been actively involved in promoting culture in her home city, including with exhibitions at the Sprengel Museum and the “Honigschleuder - Kunst im Bunker” project on Weidendamm.
Neuzugang
From now on we represent the actor Andreas Nickl. We are very happy to welcome you, dear Andreas!
Schweigend steht der Wald
At the end of the 1990s, Anja does an internship at the Neustadt forestry office in the Upper Palatinate. The forestry student from Munich seems to have moved to the remote area for more than just professional reasons. The debut film starring Johanna Bittenbinder and others can be seen on December 1 at 11:35 pm on ARD and is now available in the ARD Mediathek. Casting: Maile Casting.
Polizeiruf 110
Jenseits des Rechts
In her third case, Detective Chief Inspector Cris Blohm (Johanna Wokalek) investigates a murder case in the amateur porn scene together with her colleague Dennis Eden (Stephan Zinner) on December 29, 2024, at 8:15 p.m. on ARD. Cris Blohm finds himself in a tricky legal impasse. Director: Dominik Graf, Casting: An Dorthe Braker
In her third case, Detective Chief Inspector Cris Blohm (Johanna Wokalek) investigates a murder case in the amateur porn scene together with her colleague Dennis Eden (Stephan Zinner) on December 29, 2024, at 8:15 p.m. on ARD. Cris Blohm finds himself in a tricky legal impasse. Director: Dominik Graf, Casting: An Dorthe Braker
Stadtkulturpreis 2024
Hannover
The internationally successful film director and photo artist Franziska Stünkel is awarded the 30th City Culture Prize of the Freundeskreis Hannover e.V..
The internationally successful film director and photo artist Franziska Stünkel is awarded the 30th City Culture Prize of the Freundeskreis Hannover e.V..
Hameln
Horror-Mystery-Serie
The horror-mystery series starts on December 30 at 10 a.m. in the ZDF Mediathek and at 9:45 p.m. on ZDFneo. The eerie story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin is one of the world's most famous legends. He kidnapped 130 children and young people from Hamelin in the Middle Ages. Now, after almost eight centuries, he returns with them and brings horror and death to the town. Only a blind, a deaf and a disabled person can stop them. Clelia Sarto has taken on the role of “Melanie Zastrow”. Casting: Cornelia von Braun.
The horror-mystery series starts on December 30 at 10 a.m. in the ZDF Mediathek and at 9:45 p.m. on ZDFneo. The eerie story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin is one of the world's most famous legends. He kidnapped 130 children and young people from Hamelin in the Middle Ages. Now, after almost eight centuries, he returns with them and brings horror and death to the town. Only a blind, a deaf and a disabled person can stop them. Clelia Sarto has taken on the role of “Melanie Zastrow”. Casting: Cornelia von Braun.
Feste und Freunde
Ein Hoch auf uns!
Ready for a special kind of circle of friends and a rollercoaster of emotions with no shortage of highs and lows? “Feste und Freunde” with Laura Tonke, only in cinemas from January 2, 2025. Director: David Dietl, Casting: Die Besetzer.
Ready for a special kind of circle of friends and a rollercoaster of emotions with no shortage of highs and lows? “Feste und Freunde” with Laura Tonke, only in cinemas from January 2, 2025. Director: David Dietl, Casting: Die Besetzer.
Kurstrecke mit Pierre M. Krause
Tom Beck is a guest of Pierre M. Krause. The episode can be seen from 30.11.2024 in the ARD Mediathek.
Jupiter Award 2025
The best of 12 categories can be chosen until December 31, 2024. The nominees for “Best National Series” include “Bad Influencer” (directed by Melanie Waelde and Lilli Tautfest) and “30 Tage Lust” (screenplay by Carolina Zimmermann and Karla Cristóbal, among others). We are keeping our fingers crossed!
