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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Episode guide
Season 1 · 28 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Sep 21, 1984
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 10, 1985
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 17, 1985
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 21, 1985
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 31, 1985
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 7, 1985
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 14, 1985
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 21, 1985
- E9 Episode 9 Nov 28, 1985
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 5, 1985
- E11 Episode 11 Dec 12, 1985
- E12 Episode 12 Dec 19, 1985
- E13 Episode 13 Jan 2, 1986
- E14 Episode 14 Jan 9, 1986
- E15 Episode 15 Jan 16, 1986
- E16 Episode 16 Jan 23, 1996
- E17 Episode 17 Jan 30, 1986
- E18 Episode 18 Feb 6, 1986
- E19 Episode 19 Feb 13, 1986
- E20 Episode 20 Feb 20, 1986
- E21 Episode 21 Feb 27, 1986
- E22 Episode 22 Mar 6, 1986
- E23 Episode 23 Mar 13, 1986
- E24 Episode 24 Mar 20, 1986
- E25 Episode 25 Mar 27, 1986
- E26 Episode 26 Apr 3, 1986
- E27 Episode 27 Apr 10, 1986
- E28 Episode 28 Apr 17, 1986
Season 2 · 23 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 3, 1988
- E2 Episode 2 Jan 4, 1988
- E3 Episode 3 Jan 11, 1988
- E4 Episode 4 Jan 18, 1988
- E5 Episode 5 Jan 25, 1988
- E6 Episode 6 Feb 1, 1988
- E7 Episode 7 Feb 8, 1988
- E8 Episode 8 Feb 15, 1988
- E9 Episode 9 Feb 22, 1988
- E10 Episode 10 Feb 29, 1988
- E11 Episode 11 Mar 7, 1988
- E12 Episode 12 Mar 14, 1988
- E13 Episode 13 Mar 21, 1988
- E14 Episode 14 Mar 28, 1988
- E15 Episode 15 Apr 11, 1988
- E16 Episode 16 Apr 18, 1988
- E17 Episode 17 May 16, 1988
- E18 Episode 18 May 2, 1988
- E19 Episode 19 May 9, 1988
- E20 Episode 20 May 16, 1988
- E21 Episode 21 May 30, 1988
- E22 Episode 22 Jun 6, 1988
- E23 Episode 23 Jun 13, 1988
Season 3 · 12 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 1, 1990
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 8, 1990
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 15, 1990
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 22, 1990
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 29, 1990
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 5, 1990
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 12, 1990
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 19, 1990
- E9 Episode 9 Nov 26, 1990
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 3, 1990
- E11 Episode 11 Dec 10, 1990
- E12 Episode 12 Dec 17, 1990
Season 4 · 20 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Nov 19, 1991
- E2 Episode 2 Nov 26, 1991
- E3 Episode 3 Dec 3, 1991
- E4 Episode 4 Dec 10, 1991
- E5 Episode 5 Dec 17, 1991
- E6 Episode 6 Jan 7, 1992
- E7 Episode 7 Jan 14, 1992
- E8 Episode 8 Jan 21, 1992
- E9 Episode 9 Jan 28, 1992
- E10 Episode 10 Feb 4, 1992
- E11 Episode 11 Feb 25, 1992
- E12 Episode 12 Mar 3, 1992
- E13 Episode 13 Mar 10, 1992
- E14 Episode 14 Mar 17, 1992
- E15 Episode 15 Mar 24, 1992
- E16 Episode 16 Mar 31, 1992
- E17 Episode 17 Apr 7, 1992
- E18 Episode 18 Apr 7, 1992
- E19 Episode 19 Apr 28, 1992
- E20 Episode 20 Dec 28, 1992
Season 5 · 9 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Nov 4, 1993
- E2 Episode 2 Nov 11, 1993
- E3 Episode 3 Nov 18, 1993
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 25, 1993
- E5 Episode 5 Dec 2, 1993
- E6 Episode 6 Dec 9, 1993
- E7 Episode 7 Dec 16, 1993
- E8 Episode 8 Dec 23, 1993
- E9 Episode 9 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.