Der Fahnder

"Der Fahnder" is a compelling German television krimi series that aired from 1984 to 2005, captivating audiences for over two decades with its intricate plots and well-developed characters. The show features Dietrich Mattausch in the role of Norbert Rick, a seasoned detective whose expertise in crime-solving is matched only by his dedication to justice. Joining him is Dieter Pfaff, who portrays Otto Schatzschneider, a character known for his unorthodox methods and keen intuition. Together, they navigate the dark and twisted world of crime, unraveling mysteries that often delve into the complexities of human nature and morality.

Set against the backdrop of urban Germany, "Der Fahnder" offers viewers a gritty yet realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by law enforcement. Each episode delivers a thrilling narrative filled with suspense, allowing the characters to evolve and reveal their personal struggles along with the criminal cases they tackle. The series masterfully combines elements of drama, suspense, and psychological intrigue, ensuring that audiences remain engaged from start to finish. As the seasons progressed, the show not only entertained but also mirrored societal issues, making it relevant beyond its fictional narratives.

The show's popularity extended beyond Germany, with it being broadcast in the Netherlands by VARA starting on October 3, 1985. This international reach highlighted the appeal of “Der Fahnder,” proving that stories of crime and justice resonate with viewers across cultural boundaries. Its enduring legacy is marked by its ability to mix entertainment with thought-provoking themes, inviting audiences to reflect on the moral dilemmas faced by both the protagonists and the criminals. Overall, "Der Fahnder" remains a significant entry in the landscape of German television, leaving a lasting impact that continues to be appreciated by both old and new fans.

Main Cast of Der Fahnder

Secondary Cast of Der Fahnder

Tom Wlaschiha as Dieter Feldberg

Tom Wlaschiha

Dieter Feldberg (1 episode)

Thomas "Tom" Wlaschiha (born 20 June 1973) is a German TV, film, stage, and voice actor. Internationally, he is...

Axel Stein

Axel Stein

Axel Stein is a German actor and comedian. He was born in Wuppertal and works as an actor in German television and...

Thomas Schücke

Eduard Hinsberg (1 episode)

Karina Fallenstein

Biggy Brandauer (1 episode)

Anja Jaenicke

Mona (1 episode)

Jürgen Schmidt

Jellinek (1 episode)

Liselotte Quilling

Nachbarin (1 episode)

Herbert Stass

Geier (1 episode) , Rudi (1 episode)

Otto Mächtlinger

Barutta (1 episode)

Agnes Dünneisen

Marion (1 episode)

Wolfgang Finck

Gehring (1 episode)

Verena Buss

Frau Gemacher (1 episode)

Joachim Bernhard

Benny (1 episode)

Imo Heite

Kalle (1 episode)

Jürgen Pruschanski

Anders (1 episode)

Patricia von Miserony

Edith Walther (1 episode)

Franz Gary

Geschäftsmann Staub (1 episode)

Ernst Specht

Gustav (1 episode)

Henning Gissel

Paul Körbel (1 episode)

Thomas Georgi

Helmut Kehrer (1 episode)

András Fricsay

Ewald Sänger (1 episode)

Werner Rundshagen

Gerd (1 episode)

Jan Groth

Waffenhändler (1 episode)

Beate Jensen

Rita Seelig (1 episode)

Erich Will

Dr. Ernst Bachleitner (1 episode)

Leo Bardischewski

Franz (1 episode)

Fritz Bachschmidt

Jürgen Klimmek (1 episode)

Alexander Allerson

Manfred Grossek (1 episode)

Bernd Schwamm

Friedemann Wilmsen (1 episode)

Drew Lucas

Art Gibbs (1 episode)

Peter E. Funck

Christian (1 episode) , Roland (1 episode)

Joachim Höppner

Werner Hartmann (1 episode)

Peter von Strombeck

Schröder (1 episode)

Udo Suchan

Heinz Lau (1 episode)

Annemarie Wendl

Frau Erdmann (1 episode)

Jeanette Mühlmann

Anja Wolfhart (1 episode) , Dora Sänger (1 episode)

Volker Eckstein

Bruno (2 episodes)

Paul Neuhaus

Staatsanwalt Roth (1 episode)

Hans Dieter Trayer

Heinz (1 episode)

Peter Siegenthaler

Heikamp (1 episode)

Karl Walter Diess

Karl Heinz Monk (1 episode)

Franz Boehm

Roth (1 episode) , Herr Zimmermann (1 episode) , Rüdiger Bär (1 episode)

Heinz Wanitschek

Paul Staufer (1 episode)

Cornelia Niemann

Gloria (1 episode)

Klaus Rohrmoser

Angelo Tessaro (1 episode) , Giovanni (1 episode)

Heike Faber

Helen Burger (1 episode)

Karin Frey

Angelika Burger (1 episode)

Jochen Striebeck

Schröder (3 episodes)

Franz Rampelmann

Polizist Hartmann (1 episode)

Hans Zander

Manfred Trampe (1 episode)

Claus-Dieter Reents

Gustav (1 episode) , Karlo der Bär (1 episode) , Ludwig 'Louie' Reithmeier (1 episode)

Alexander Malachowsky

Bruno Schibilka (1 episode)

Fritz Hollenbeck

Eppinger (1 episode)

Ulf J. Söhmisch

Rennkommentator (1 episode)

Hartmut Nolte

Harry Dohme (1 episode)

Werner Schwuchow

Staatsanwalt Dr. Bitz (1 episode)

Claudia Pielmann

Marlies (1 episode)

Will Danin

Tommy Schäfer (1 episode)

Wolfgang Weiser

Heinz Clausen (1 episode)

Karl-Heinz von Liebezeit

Jakobs (1 episode) , Rolf Kuballa (1 episode) , Sendlack (1 episode)

Oliver Grimm

Laser (1 episode)

Klaus Guth

Alfred Pohlmann (1 episode)

Henner Quest

Bernd Lohse (1 episode)

Richard Beek

Behringer (1 episode) , Franz Kreutzer (1 episode)

Marco Kröger

Manni Ott (1 episode)

Helmut Stange

Didi Ott (1 episode)

Frank Meyer-Brockmann

Charly Svoboda (1 episode) , Atze (1 episode)

Inigo Gallo

Don Tessaro (1 episode)

Regine Vergeen

Doris (1 episode)

Hans-Dieter Asner

Scheidegger (1 episode) , Wendel (1 episode)

Abbas Maghfurian

Zachdukjan (1 episode)

Michaela Geuer

Ulrike (1 episode)

Ilse Matheis

Frau Hildebrecht (1 episode) , Claudia (1 episode)

Helmut Oeser

Heikamp (1 episode)

Udo Weinberger

Gastwirt (1 episode)

Bill Mockridge

Lieutenant Bill McKenzie (1 episode)

Renate Schubert

Margot Brinkmann (1 episode)

Raphael Wilczek

Rechtsanwalt Dr. Kloss (1 episode)

Erdal Merdan

Gücük (1 episode)

Dieter Rupp

Strokov (1 episode)

Frank te Neues

Timo Kessler (1 episode)

Joachim Bauer

Peters (1 episode)

Karl-Heinz Krolzyk

Haftrichter (1 episode)

Helmut Alimonta

Sandra Flubacher

Hansi Schneider (1 episode)

Hannes Kaetner

2. Wachmann (1 episode) , Kleinschmidt (1 episode) , (1 episode)

Otto Grünmandl

Dr. Niese (1 episode)

Franziska Grasshoff

Beate Laak (1 episode) , (1 episode)

Hermann Treusch

Trössner (1 episode)

Dieter Kettenbach

Staatsanwalt (1 episode)

Carola Wegerle

Stefanie Lahr (1 episode)

Silke Dornow

Marion Nettersheim (1 episode)

Andreas Reinl

Lars Peterson (1 episode)

Horst A. Reichel

Hecht (1 episode)

Michael Schwarzmaier

Oberstaatsanwalt Kurtz (1 episode)

Volker Lippmann

Achim Ballmann (1 episode)

Ditte Schupp

Prostituierte (1 episode)

Gosia Konieczna

Olina Paulus (1 episode)

Matthias Scheuring

Bossart (1 episode)

Claudia Neidig

Anne Schneider (1 episode)

Hürdem Gürel

Fatima Yüksel (1 episode)

Sabahat Bademsoy

Frau Yüksel (1 episode)

Julian Manuel

Tim Tiedemann (1 episode)

Johannes Grossmann

Ingo Klausner (1 episode)

Johanna Hohloch

Silvia (1 episode)

Peter Seum

Kommissar Lutz Larsen (1 episode)

Anton Pointecker

Horst Buchwald (1 episode)

Bernd Herberger

Jutta Masurath

Ulrike Leisen (1 episode)

Nini von Quast

Angela (1 episode)

Lissy von Lambsdorff

Ina (1 episode)

Herta Worell

Oberschwester (1 episode)

Dirk Salomon

Thomas Bucher (1 episode) , Kommissar (1 episode)

Rolf Illig

Prof. Dr. Belanow (1 episode)

Thomas Kollhoff

Hunold (1 episode)

Norbert Steinke

Spielgast (1 episode)

Peter Zilles

LKW-Fahrer (1 episode)

Rüdiger Wandel

Leo König (1 episode)

Natascha Landuris

Monique (1 episode)

Detlev Eckstein

Seibold (1 episode)

Arnulf Schumacher

Kielsing (1 episode) , Jensen (1 episode)

Alexis von Hagemeister

van der Borg (1 episode)

Michael Reiter

Der Wiener (1 episode)

Dietmar Mössmer

Mann mit blauem Auge (1 episode) , (1 episode)

Julian Friedrich

Volker Bannert (1 episode)

Cuco Wallraff

Elvis (1 episode)

Edgar Wintersperger

Musiker (1 episode)

Hans Dieter Schwarze

Staatsanwalt (1 episode)

Marita Ragonese

Frau Radtke (1 episode)

Franz Viehmann

Herr Gold (1 episode)

Hermann Toelcke

Eddie Gruner (1 episode)

Johanna Schubert

Rezeptionistin (1 episode)

Volker Bogdan

Volker Ranisch

Madeleine Vester

Susi (1 episode) , (1 episode)

Jörg Heinrich

Dagmar Sitte

Raidar Müller-Elmau

Mirco Wallraf

Antonio Di Mauro

Andreas Mannkopff

Nino Korda

Ursula Gottwald

David Cesmeci

Rifat (1 episode)

Sascha Posch

Konstantin Broecker (1 episode)

Karyn von Ostholt

Karin Möller (1 episode)

Udo Thies

Fehse (1 episode)

Lutz Winde

Meißner (1 episode)

André Dietrich

Herr Schellmann (1 episode)

Hans-Joachim Grubel

Großvater (1 episode)

Raimund Gensel

Wedegärtner (1 episode)

Thomas Pohn

Polizist (1 episode)

Yvonne De Bark

Euredyce de Silva (1 episode)

Olaf Rauschenbach

Micky (1 episode)

Vittorio Alfieri

Giulo Manfredi (1 episode)

Heribert Czerniak

Wizorra (1 episode)

Antonio Paradiso

Gianni Manfredi (1 episode)

Karl-Heinz Gierke

Richter (1 episode)

Henryk Nolewajka

Mladen Nicolic (1 episode)

Piotr Papierz

Zoltan Ostic (1 episode)

Nina Bagusat

Gina (1 episode)

Thorsten Schade

Katrin Brockmann

Jana Henke (1 episode)

Peter Schwab

Passant (1 episode)

Pia Amendt

Sarah (1 episode)

Thorsten Dersch

Polizist (1 episode)

Konrad Domann

Bankangestellter (1 episode)

Carmen Plate

Nina (1 episode)

Ciro de Chiara

Boss (1 episode)

Melanie Rühmann

Phantom (1 episode)

Jens-Peter Fiedler

Caspar Arnhold

Sebastian (1 episode)

Franjo Marincic

Rainer Goernemann

Heinrich Cuipers

Andreas Windhuis

Guido Kroppeck (1 episode)

Peter Striebeck

Karl-Heinz (1 episode)

Pamela Knaack

Halit Bademsoy

Ozan (1 episode)

Berivan Kaya

Sema (1 episode)

Wolfgang Ivens

Kripobeamter Bernheimer (1 episode)

Helmut Rühl

Manfred Möck

Andreas Engelmann

Jana Thies

Pia Fichte (1 episode)

Sabine Orléans

Johannes Richard Voelkel

Katsche (1 episode)

Orhan Kümürcü


Crew of Der Fahnder

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