---
title: "Die Rosenheim-Cops"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/die-rosenheim-cops-2002"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 41149
imdb_id: "tt0305095"
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 25
episodes_count: 601
runtime_minutes: 45
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 27
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Die Rosenheim-Cops (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/die-rosenheim-cops-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Die Rosenheim-Cops is a German television series produced by Bavaria Film GmbH for the ZDF public TV network. The series is set in Chiemgau, mainly in Rosenheim, and follows a team of inspectors as they investigate murders in and around the small Upper Bavarian town. The team still has time to appreciate the idyllic landscapes and luxurious pre-alpine villas, and enjoy local Bavarian fare and beer. The cost per episode is estimated at 425,000 euros. The series premiered with a first season that consisted of 12 episodes. A team of inspectors is central to the series, with actors including Max Müller, Marisa Burger, Karin Thaler, and Alexander Duda. The series has been ongoing since its premiere, with a distinct setting that showcases the beauty of Upper Bavaria. The show's blend of mystery and local culture has made it a notable part of German television.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Inspectors solve murders while enjoying the scenic beauty and traditional culture of Upper Bavaria."

### Why Watch
- features idyllic landscapes
- showcases Bavarian culture

### Caveats & Content Note
- focuses on murder investigations
- Tone & Suitability: The series centers on murder investigations within a traditional Bavarian setting.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: procedural, scenic, lighthearted, regional

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 76
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 8 (11%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 68 (89%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Max Müller** as *Michael 'Michi' Mohr*
- **Marisa Burger** as *Miriam Stockl*
- **Karin Thaler** as *Marie Hofer*
- **Alexander Duda** as *Gert Achtziger*
- **Christian Schaeffer** as *Jo Caspar*
- **Joseph Hannesschläger** as *Korbinian Hofer*
- **Dieter Fischer** as *Anton Stadler*
- **Igor Jeftic** as *Sven Hansen*
- **Ursula Maria Burkhart** as *Marianne Grasegger*
- **Sarah Thonig** as *Christin Lange*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the setting?
The series is set in and around the small Upper Bavarian town of Rosenheim.

### Q: What do the investigators do?
A team of inspectors investigates murders occurring in the region.

### Q: Does the show feature local culture?
Yes, the characters enjoy sumptuous Bavarian fare and beer.

### Q: What is the visual style?
The show features idyllic landscapes and luxurious pre-alpine villas.

### Q: Is it a drama?
It is a series featuring a team of inspectors solving crimes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [DIE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/die)
- [Die Rosenheim-Cops - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Die_Rosenheim-Cops)
- [DIE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/die)
- [The Rosenheim Cops (TV Series 2002- ) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0305095/)
- [DIE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary](https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/die)
- [Die Rosenheim-Cops (TV Series 2002- ) - Seasons - The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/41149-die-rosenheim-cops/seasons)

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