Aktenzeichen XY… ungelöst 1967
What is Aktenzeichen XY… ungelöst?
Aktenzeichen XY … ungelöst is a German television programme that has been broadcast since October 1967 on ZDF with the objective of combating and solving crimes. The show was produced in cooperation with the Austrian public service broadcaster ORF and Schweizer Fernsehen, a division of the Swiss public broadcaster SRG SSR idée suisse, until 2003.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1967
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 636
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 20, 1967
- Last aired
- Mar 18, 2026
- Original language
- DE
- Origin
- DE
- Networks
- ZDF
- Genres
- Reality, Documentary, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.0/10 from 9 votes
- Format
- 60 seasons · 636 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Network
- ZDF
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Estimate the schedule using 636 episodes and an average 90-minute runtime.
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Aktenzeichen XY … ungelöst is a German television programme that has been broadcast since October 1967 on ZDF with the objective of combating and solving crimes. The show was produced in cooperation with the Austrian public service broadcaster ORF and Schweizer Fernsehen, a division of the Swiss public broadcaster SRG SSR idée suisse, until 2003. This long-running series presents unsolved criminal cases to the public in an effort to generate new leads and information from viewers. The format has proven influential internationally, serving as the basis for several similar programmes in other countries. Notable adaptations include the BBC show Crimewatch, the Dutch programme Opsporing Verzocht, and its American counterpart America's Most Wanted. The series has maintained its focus on presenting real unsolved cases to television audiences in order to assist law enforcement agencies in their investigative efforts.
Should you watch it?
“This long-running German television program enlists public assistance to help solve real-world criminal investigations.”
- assists in solving actual crimes
- provides historical context on international police cooperation
- content may be disturbing to some viewers
- format is strictly procedural
Watch it if you are interested in the history of true crime television and international investigative reporting.
The program features depictions and discussions of real-world criminal activities.
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Oct 20, 1967
- E2 Episode 2 Core Nov 24, 1967
- E3 Episode 3 Core Jan 19, 1968
- E4 Episode 4 Core Mar 15, 1968
- E5 Episode 5 Core Apr 19, 1968
- E6 Episode 6 Core Jun 7, 1968
- E7 Episode 7 Core Jul 5, 1968
- E8 Episode 8 Core Aug 2, 1968
- E9 Episode 9 Core Sep 13, 1968
- E10 Episode 10 Core Oct 25, 1968
- E11 Episode 11 Mytharc Nov 29, 1968
- E12 Episode 12 Mytharc Dec 20, 1968
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 9, 1968
- E2 Episode 2 Core Mar 15, 1968
- E3 Episode 3 Core Apr 19, 1968
- E4 Episode 4 Core Jun 7, 1968
- E5 Episode 5 Core Jul 5, 1968
- E6 Episode 6 Core Aug 2, 1968
- E7 Episode 7 Core Sep 13, 1968
- E8 Episode 8 Core Oct 25, 1968
- E9 Episode 9 Mytharc Nov 29, 1968
- E10 Episode 10 Mytharc Dec 20, 1968
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 24, 1969
- E2 Episode 2 Core Mar 7, 1969
- E3 Episode 3 Core Apr 11, 1969
- E4 Episode 4 Core May 9, 1969
- E5 Episode 5 Core Jun 20, 1969
- E6 Episode 6 Core Jul 18, 1969
- E7 Episode 7 Core Sep 12, 1969
- E8 Episode 8 Core Oct 10, 1969
- E9 Episode 9 Mytharc Nov 14, 1969
- E10 Episode 10 Mytharc Dec 12, 1969
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 23, 1970
- E2 Episode 2 Core Mar 6, 1970
- E3 Episode 3 Core Apr 17, 1970
- E4 Episode 4 Core May 22, 1970
- E5 Episode 5 Core Jun 19, 1970
- E6 Episode 6 Core Jul 10, 1970
- E7 Episode 7 Core Sep 11, 1970
- E8 Episode 8 Core Oct 16, 1970
- E9 Episode 9 Mytharc Nov 13, 1970
- E10 Episode 10 Mytharc Dec 11, 1970
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 22, 1971
- E2 Episode 2 Core Mar 5, 1971
- E3 Episode 3 Core Apr 2, 1971
- E4 Episode 4 Core Apr 30, 1971
- E5 Episode 5 Core Jun 4, 1971
- E6 Episode 6 Core Jul 2, 1971
- E7 Episode 7 Core Aug 20, 1971
- E8 Episode 8 Core Sep 24, 1971
- E9 Episode 9 Mytharc Oct 29, 1971
- E10 Episode 10 Mytharc Dec 10, 1971
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the show?
The program aims to combat and solve crimes by engaging the public.
When did the show premiere?
The show has been broadcast on ZDF since October 1967.
Did other countries produce similar shows?
Yes, the show served as the basis for programs like Crimewatch in the UK and America's Most Wanted in the US.
Was the show always a solo German production?
No, it was produced in cooperation with Austrian and Swiss broadcasters until 2003.
Which network airs the show?
The program is broadcast on the German network ZDF.
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