Der Fahnder 1984
What is Der Fahnder?
Der Fahnder is a German television krimi series that originated in 1984. It was broadcast in the Netherlands by the VARA starting from 3 October 1985.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1984
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 200
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 21, 1984
- Last aired
- Aug 29, 2005
- Original language
- DE
- Origin
- DE
- Networks
- Das Erste
- Genres
- Crime
- Updated
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Der Fahnder is a German television krimi series that originated in 1984. It was broadcast in the Netherlands by the VARA starting from 3 October 1985. The series aired for over two decades, concluding in 2005. Der Fahnder is classified as a crime drama series, and its production involved a team of actors, directors, writers, and other crew members.
Should you watch it?
“A long-running German crime series following dedicated investigators solving complex cases.”
- authentic portrayal of police work
- consistent quality over decades
- strong character development
- slow pacing may test some viewers
- episodic format can feel repetitive
You enjoy thoughtful European crime dramas with procedural elements.
Suitable for mature audiences interested in realistic crime storytelling.
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Season 1 · 28 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Sep 21, 1984
- E2 Episode 2 Core Oct 10, 1985
- E3 Episode 3 Core Oct 17, 1985
- E4 Episode 4 Core Oct 21, 1985
- E5 Episode 5 Core Oct 31, 1985
- E6 Episode 6 Core Nov 7, 1985
- E7 Episode 7 Core Nov 14, 1985
- E8 Episode 8 Core Nov 21, 1985
- E9 Episode 9 Core Nov 28, 1985
- E10 Episode 10 Core Dec 5, 1985
- E11 Episode 11 Core Dec 12, 1985
- E12 Episode 12 Core Dec 19, 1985
- E13 Episode 13 Core Jan 2, 1986
- E14 Episode 14 Core Jan 9, 1986
- E15 Episode 15 Core Jan 16, 1986
- E16 Episode 16 Core Jan 23, 1996
- E17 Episode 17 Core Jan 30, 1986
- E18 Episode 18 Core Feb 6, 1986
- E19 Episode 19 Core Feb 13, 1986
- E20 Episode 20 Core Feb 20, 1986
- E21 Episode 21 Core Feb 27, 1986
- E22 Episode 22 Core Mar 6, 1986
- E23 Episode 23 Core Mar 13, 1986
- E24 Episode 24 Core Mar 20, 1986
- E25 Episode 25 Core Mar 27, 1986
- E26 Episode 26 Core Apr 3, 1986
- E27 Episode 27 Mytharc Apr 10, 1986
- E28 Episode 28 Mytharc Apr 17, 1986
Season 2 · 23 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 3, 1988
- E2 Episode 2 Core Jan 4, 1988
- E3 Episode 3 Core Jan 11, 1988
- E4 Episode 4 Core Jan 18, 1988
- E5 Episode 5 Core Jan 25, 1988
- E6 Episode 6 Core Feb 1, 1988
- E7 Episode 7 Core Feb 8, 1988
- E8 Episode 8 Core Feb 15, 1988
- E9 Episode 9 Core Feb 22, 1988
- E10 Episode 10 Core Feb 29, 1988
- E11 Episode 11 Core Mar 7, 1988
- E12 Episode 12 Core Mar 14, 1988
- E13 Episode 13 Core Mar 21, 1988
- E14 Episode 14 Core Mar 28, 1988
- E15 Episode 15 Core Apr 11, 1988
- E16 Episode 16 Core Apr 18, 1988
- E17 Episode 17 Core May 16, 1988
- E18 Episode 18 Core May 2, 1988
- E19 Episode 19 Core May 9, 1988
- E20 Episode 20 Core May 16, 1988
- E21 Episode 21 Core May 30, 1988
- E22 Episode 22 Mytharc Jun 6, 1988
- E23 Episode 23 Mytharc Jun 13, 1988
Season 3 · 12 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Oct 1, 1990
- E2 Episode 2 Core Oct 8, 1990
- E3 Episode 3 Core Oct 15, 1990
- E4 Episode 4 Core Oct 22, 1990
- E5 Episode 5 Core Oct 29, 1990
- E6 Episode 6 Core Nov 5, 1990
- E7 Episode 7 Core Nov 12, 1990
- E8 Episode 8 Core Nov 19, 1990
- E9 Episode 9 Core Nov 26, 1990
- E10 Episode 10 Core Dec 3, 1990
- E11 Episode 11 Mytharc Dec 10, 1990
- E12 Episode 12 Mytharc Dec 17, 1990
Season 4 · 20 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Nov 19, 1991
- E2 Episode 2 Core Nov 26, 1991
- E3 Episode 3 Core Dec 3, 1991
- E4 Episode 4 Core Dec 10, 1991
- E5 Episode 5 Core Dec 17, 1991
- E6 Episode 6 Core Jan 7, 1992
- E7 Episode 7 Core Jan 14, 1992
- E8 Episode 8 Core Jan 21, 1992
- E9 Episode 9 Core Jan 28, 1992
- E10 Episode 10 Core Feb 4, 1992
- E11 Episode 11 Core Feb 25, 1992
- E12 Episode 12 Core Mar 3, 1992
- E13 Episode 13 Core Mar 10, 1992
- E14 Episode 14 Core Mar 17, 1992
- E15 Episode 15 Core Mar 24, 1992
- E16 Episode 16 Core Mar 31, 1992
- E17 Episode 17 Core Apr 7, 1992
- E18 Episode 18 Core Apr 7, 1992
- E19 Episode 19 Mytharc Apr 28, 1992
- E20 Episode 20 Mytharc Dec 28, 1992
Season 5 · 9 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Nov 4, 1993
- E2 Episode 2 Core Nov 11, 1993
- E3 Episode 3 Core Nov 18, 1993
- E4 Episode 4 Core Nov 25, 1993
- E5 Episode 5 Core Dec 2, 1993
- E6 Episode 6 Core Dec 9, 1993
- E7 Episode 7 Core Dec 16, 1993
- E8 Episode 8 Mytharc Dec 23, 1993
- E9 Episode 9 Mytharc Dec 30, 1993
Frequently asked questions
Is the series based on true stories?
The show presents fictional cases inspired by real police work and criminal investigations.
How many seasons does it have?
The series ran for multiple seasons between 1984 and 2005 with consistent episodic storytelling.
Is it dubbed or subtitled in other languages?
International broadcasts have included dubbed versions, such as in the Netherlands.
Are the episodes standalone or connected?
Episodes typically feature self-contained criminal cases with ongoing character development.
What makes this series different from other crime shows?
It focuses on the methodical, realistic aspects of police investigation rather than sensationalized drama.
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