Derrick Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1974 · ZDF · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Derrick
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Derrick have?
Derrick has 25 seasons and 281 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 20, 1974 to October 16, 1998.
Is Derrick renewed, ended, or canceled?
Derrick has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Derrick?
It takes 281h 0m (16860 minutes) to watch the complete run of Derrick. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 141 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 281 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 141 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Derrick?
The highest-rated episode is Season 2, Episode 10 ("Episode 10"), which holds an outstanding rating of 10/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Derrick?
Derrick is available for streaming on ZDF Select Amazon Channel, ZDF Krimi Amazon Channel, Magenta TV+, Apple TV Store. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Derrick?
Derrick has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Derrick?
The primary ensemble cast includes Horst Tappert as Stephan Derrick (age 85 (deceased)), Fritz Wepper as Harry Klein (age 82 (deceased)), Willy Schäfer as Willi Berger (age 93), Dirk Galuba as Walter Kaschonnick (age 86).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Horst Tappert | Stephan Derrick | 85 (deceased) |
| Fritz Wepper | Harry Klein | 82 (deceased) |
| Willy Schäfer | Willi Berger | 93 |
| Dirk Galuba | Walter Kaschonnick | 86 |
| Holger Petzold | Drogenfahnder | 82 |
| Günther Stoll | Schröder | 102 |
| Philipp Moog | Berthold Masinger | 65 |
| Sky du Mont | Adrian Bossner | 79 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Derrick are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.