Gebhard Weber is Saša Petrović’s longtime piano teacher and a major influence on his musical development. His announcement that he is moving to Vienna deeply unsettles Saša, who feels abandoned and fears losing his chance to study music. His departure intensifies Saša’s anxiety before the conservatory entrance examination.
An officer who approaches Rommel on behalf of the resistance. He asks Rommel to assess the war and whether he would serve Germany under a different government. Rommel replies that he already serves Germany, but Hofacker’s questions leave the political challenge—and Rommel’s position on it—unresolved.
Forensic pathologist and main protagonist, investigates crimes while protecting his family.
Detective and investigative partner to Pia Kirchhoff. Collaborates closely on tracing the Pauly murder case back to the 1980s, helping uncover the complex social and historical web surrounding the victim.
Work colleague and romantic interest of Katrin Busche.
A gay auto mechanic who secretly earns money by disguising stolen cars. He temporarily hosts Christoph, initially mocking his homophobia, but soon develops genuine romantic feelings for him.
A supporting character associated with the Blutlinie investigation.
Attending physician balancing hospital politics with patient advocacy.
Forensic psychiatrist and crime solver who investigates murders across Europe.
Lead police investigator who co-leads the probe into the macabre murder of teacher Hans-Ulrich Pauly. He navigates a complex web of 30-year-old friendships and current city politics to uncover the truth behind the zoo crime scene.
A police detective who investigates Gregor Lauterbach's death alongside Pia Kirchhoff, examining the evidence and the village's history surrounding Stefanie Schneeberger. He also works with Pia on the zoo murder investigation and the conflict over a wind turbine company, making him one of the series' central investigators.
An experienced police detective and Pia Kirchhoff's investigative partner in the case.
Tim Bergmann has 94 screen credits in a career dating back to 1976. Their work spans 9 cinematic universes — most prominently Taunuskrimi with 4 titles. Signature works include Zerbrochen - Ein Fall für Dr. Abel, Sasha, Zerschunden - Ein Fall für Dr. Abel. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 9 universes
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