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Generation War 2013

“What happens when the country you love betray everything you believe?”

★ 8.1/10 · 472 votes TV-14 War & PoliticsDramaAction & Adventure 1 seasons · 3 eps Ended
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What is Generation War?

Generation War is a television series that premiered in 2013. The series takes place in Berlin during the summer of 1941, where a group of friends, including a career-soldier and a pacifist, say their goodbyes with the promise to meet again after a conflict.

Type
TV series
Year
2013
Status
Ended
Episodes
3
First aired
Mar 17, 2013
Last aired
Mar 20, 2013
Original language
DE
Origin
DE
Networks
ZDF
Genres
War & Politics, Drama, Action & Adventure
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Overview

Generation War is a television series that premiered in 2013. The series takes place in Berlin during the summer of 1941, where a group of friends, including a career-soldier and a pacifist, say their goodbyes with the promise to meet again after a conflict. The series explores themes of war, politics, drama, and action, as the characters navigate the complexities of their country's situation.

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Should you watch it?

“Friends part ways in wartime Berlin, vowing to reunite after the conflict.”

Reasons to watch
  • Gripping portrayal of 1940s Germany
  • Complex characters facing moral dilemmas
  • High production values and authentic settings
Keep in mind
  • Depicts harsh war realities, which may be intense for some viewers

Watch it if you appreciate character-driven war dramas set in World War II.

The series contains war violence and mature themes, making it suitable for viewers 14 and older.

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Frequently asked questions

When does the story begin?

It opens in the summer of 1941 in Berlin.

Who are the main characters?

The narrative follows Wilhelm, his brother Friedhelm, and their friends Charlotte, Viktor and Greta.

What genre is the series?

It is classified as war, drama, and action‑adventure.

What is the series rating?

The show carries a TV‑14 rating.

What themes does it explore?

It examines war, politics and personal moral conflict.