- Original release
- Previous episode S41E05 - Bullenklatschen
- Number S41E06
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Director
Eoin Moore
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Writer
Eoin Moore
- Country XG
- Original language German
- Genres Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
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The young rocker Ricky and a midwife are found murdered on a Mecklenburg country road. A first lead leads Inspector Alexander Bukow and LKA officer Katrin König to the Rostock motorcycle club "Satanic Riders", which is already in the sights of the State Criminal Police Office because of its criminal activities.
The officers encounter a wall of silence among the rockers - with the exception of one member: Rolf Wendland, former president and road captain. He wants to testify, demands witness protection, guaranteed immunity from prosecution, a new identity, house, money, car. König takes Wendland to a "safehouse," the highest level of secrecy and sealed off from the outside world. But will he really talk there?
While Bukow cares for the murdered man's girlfriend and colleague Anton Pöschel fears for his life, Katrin König reaches her limits in the investigation. Are the dead victims of a new gang war in Rostock or did Wendland personally have a problem with his club?
If there’s one show that has stood the test of time in the world of crime dramas, it’s undoubtedly Tatort. First airing on November 29, 1970, this German-language police procedural television series has become a staple in households across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Broadcasted on major channels like ARD, ORF 2, and SF1, Tatort has produced over 1200 episodes across its remarkable 55 seasons. Each episode is distinctively crafted by various regional broadcasters, showcasing unique settings and local customs while maintaining a thread of gripping crime-solving narratives.
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The collaborative production model behind Tatort is another reason for its phenomenal longevity and success. Each participating regional TV station contributes uniquely styled episodes featuring different teams of inspectors solving crimes in their own cities—from scenic Vienna to vibrant Berlin—showcasing local architecture and dialects as integral parts of the plotline. This approach not only enriches each episode but also fosters a sense of community among viewers who may recognize their own locales being portrayed onscreen.
