Berlin Alexanderplatz

Berlin Alexanderplatz (1980)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

In late-1920s Berlin, Franz Biberkopf is released from prison and vows to go straight; however he soon finds himself embroiled in the city's criminal underworld.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E14My Dream of the Dream of Franz Biberkopf by Alfred Döblin, An EpilogueDec 29, 1980
S01E13The Outside and the Inside and the Secret of Fear of the SecretDec 29, 1980
S01E12The Serpent in the Soul of the SerpentDec 22, 1980
S01E11Knowledge is Power and the Early Bird Catches the WormDec 15, 1980
S01E10Loneliness Tears Cracks of Madness Even in WallsDec 8, 1980
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Berlin Alexanderplatz premiere?

Berlin Alexanderplatz premiered on October 2, 1980.

What is Berlin Alexanderplatz based on?

Berlin Alexanderplatz is based on the novel of the same name by Alfred D\u00f6blin.

Who directed Berlin Alexanderplatz?

Berlin Alexanderplatz was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

Who played the lead character Franz Biberkopf in Berlin Alexanderplatz?

G\u00fcnter Lamprecht played the lead character Franz Biberkopf in Berlin Alexanderplatz.

What is the setting of Berlin Alexanderplatz?

Berlin Alexanderplatz is set in Berlin, Germany during the Weimar Republic period of the 1920s.

What is the genre of Berlin Alexanderplatz?

Berlin Alexanderplatz is a drama TV show.

How many episodes are there in Berlin Alexanderplatz?

Berlin Alexanderplatz consists of 14 episodes.

What is the runtime of each episode of Berlin Alexanderplatz?

Each episode of Berlin Alexanderplatz has a runtime of approximately 60 minutes.

Was Berlin Alexanderplatz critically acclaimed?

Yes, Berlin Alexanderplatz was critically acclaimed and won several awards.

Has Berlin Alexanderplatz been remade or adapted for other countries?

Yes, there have been other adaptations of Berlin Alexanderplatz in other countries, including an American television film in 1981.

Was Berlin Alexanderplatz a commercial success?

Yes, Berlin Alexanderplatz was a commercial success and widely viewed in Germany.

Does Berlin Alexanderplatz showcase the rise of the Nazi party in Germany?

No, Berlin Alexanderplatz is set before the rise of the Nazi party in Germany.

Is Berlin Alexanderplatz a miniseries or an ongoing show?

Berlin Alexanderplatz is a miniseries with a finite number of 14 episodes.

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