Rentnercops 2015
What is Rentnercops?
The television series Rentnercops is a crime and drama show. It is set in a Cologne police department, where a staff shortage has led to a decision to bring in retired detectives to help with the workload.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 82
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- First aired
- Mar 31, 2015
- Last aired
- May 8, 2024
- Original language
- DE
- Origin
- DE
- Networks
- Das Erste
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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The television series Rentnercops is a crime and drama show. It is set in a Cologne police department, where a staff shortage has led to a decision to bring in retired detectives to help with the workload. The introduction of these experienced detectives creates a cultural clash with their younger colleagues, particularly their immediate superior. The series explores the dynamics of this generational difference within the police department.
Should you watch it?
“Two retired cops return to solve cases alongside a young female superior.”
- unique age-gap dynamic between leads
- fresh take on police procedural format
- explores workplace generational differences
- limited character development beyond central trio
- predictable case-of-the-week structure
you enjoy character-driven police dramas with comedic elements.
Suitable for general audiences with mild workplace humor and crime themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Mar 31, 2015
- E2 Episode 2 Apr 7, 2015
- E3 Episode 3 Apr 14, 2015
- E4 Episode 4 Apr 21, 2015
- E5 Episode 5 Apr 28, 2015
- E6 Episode 6 May 5, 2015
- E7 Episode 7 May 12, 2015
- E8 Episode 8 May 19, 2015
Season 2 · 16 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Nov 16, 2016
- E2 Episode 2 Nov 23, 2016
- E3 Episode 3 Dec 7, 2016
- E4 Episode 4 Dec 14, 2016
- E5 Episode 5 Dec 21, 2016
- E6 Episode 6 Dec 28, 2016
- E7 Episode 7 Jan 4, 2017
- E8 Episode 8 Jan 11, 2017
- E9 Episode 9 Jan 18, 2017
- E10 Episode 10 Jan 25, 2017
- E11 Episode 11 Feb 1, 2017
- E12 Episode 12 Feb 8, 2017
- E13 Episode 13 Feb 15, 2017
- E14 Episode 14 Feb 22, 2017
- E15 Episode 15 Mar 1, 2017
- E16 Episode 16 Mar 8, 2017
Season 3 · 16 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Sep 5, 2018
- E2 Episode 2 Sep 12, 2018
- E3 Episode 3 Sep 19, 2018
- E4 Episode 4 Sep 26, 2018
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 10, 2018
- E6 Episode 6 Oct 17, 2018
- E7 Episode 7 Oct 24, 2018
- E8 Episode 8 Oct 31, 2018
- E9 Episode 9 Nov 7, 2018
- E10 Episode 10 Nov 14, 2018
- E11 Episode 11 Nov 21, 2018
- E12 Episode 12 Nov 28, 2018
- E13 Episode 13 Dec 5, 2018
- E14 Episode 14 Dec 12, 2018
- E15 Episode 15 Dec 19, 2018
- E16 Episode 16 Jan 2, 2019
Season 4 · 16 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 8, 2020
- E2 Episode 2 Jan 15, 2020
- E3 Episode 3 Jan 22, 2020
- E4 Episode 4 Jan 29, 2020
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 5, 2020
- E6 Episode 6 Feb 12, 2020
- E7 Episode 7 Feb 19, 2020
- E8 Episode 8 Feb 26, 2020
- E9 Episode 9 Mar 4, 2020
- E10 Episode 10 Mar 11, 2020
- E11 Episode 11 Mar 18, 2020
- E12 Episode 12 Mar 25, 2020
- E13 Episode 13 Apr 1, 2020
- E14 Episode 14 Apr 8, 2020
- E15 Episode 15 Apr 15, 2020
- E16 Episode 16 Apr 22, 2020
Season 5 · 8 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Nov 3, 2021
- E2 Episode 2 Nov 10, 2021
- E3 Episode 3 Nov 17, 2021
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 24, 2021
- E5 Episode 5 Dec 1, 2021
- E6 Episode 6 Dec 8, 2021
- E7 Episode 7 Dec 15, 2021
- E8 Episode 8 Dec 22, 2021
Frequently asked questions
What is the main conflict in the show?
The central tension comes from the generational and cultural differences between the retired detectives and their young female superior.
Is this a serious crime drama?
No, the show balances crime-solving with lighter comedic elements and character interactions.
Where is the show set?
The series takes place in a police department in Cologne.
How many seasons are there?
The synopsis does not specify the total number of seasons.
What makes the main characters unique?
The two protagonists are retired homicide detectives who have been convinced to return to active duty.