Jan-Josef Geissler (played by Lars Eidinger) is a protagonist in Der Prediger.
A former murderer who claims to have undergone a profound spiritual transformation and seeks the Church's support to study theology and become a priest. He serves as the central catalyst for the narrative. Dr. Ralf Remberg (played by Devid Striesow) is a protagonist in Der Prediger.
A clergyman and theologian commissioned by the Church to evaluate Geissler's sincerity. His professional detachment gradually erodes as he confronts profound doctrinal and personal doubts. Anwalt Dieter Dorn (played by Alexander Held) appears in Der Prediger.
A lawyer who represents Geissler's interests, managing legal and procedural aspects to facilitate his theological candidacy within the Church. Christa Wagner (played by Caroline Ebner) appears in Der Prediger.
A church administrator or evaluator involved in the assessment framework, handling documentation and logistical coordination for Geissler's candidacy. Pfarrer Klaus Spori (played by Götz Schubert) appears in Der Prediger.
A parish priest and colleague of Remberg, participating in the ecclesiastical review and pastoral considerations surrounding Geissler's case. Bischof Blum (played by Erwin Steinhauer) appears in Der Prediger.
The diocesan bishop holding final authority over theological candidacy, who commissions Remberg's investigation to ensure moral and doctrinal suitability. Dr. Meinhardt (played by Wiebke Puls) appears in Der Prediger.
A psychological expert conducting clinical assessments of Geissler to determine mental stability and the authenticity of his claimed spiritual conversion.
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Characters
Jan-Josef Geissler
(played by Lars Eidinger) — protagonist
A former murderer who claims to have undergone a profound spiritual transformation and seeks the Church's support to study theology and become a priest. He serves as the central catalyst for the narra...
Dr. Ralf Remberg
(played by Devid Striesow) — protagonist
A clergyman and theologian commissioned by the Church to evaluate Geissler's sincerity. His professional detachment gradually erodes as he confronts profound doctrinal and personal doubts.
Anwalt Dieter Dorn
(played by Alexander Held) — supporting
A lawyer who represents Geissler's interests, managing legal and procedural aspects to facilitate his theological candidacy within the Church.
Christa Wagner
(played by Caroline Ebner) — supporting
A church administrator or evaluator involved in the assessment framework, handling documentation and logistical coordination for Geissler's candidacy.
Pfarrer Klaus Spori
(played by Götz Schubert) — supporting
A parish priest and colleague of Remberg, participating in the ecclesiastical review and pastoral considerations surrounding Geissler's case.
Bischof Blum
(played by Erwin Steinhauer) — minor
The diocesan bishop holding final authority over theological candidacy, who commissions Remberg's investigation to ensure moral and doctrinal suitability.
Dr. Meinhardt
(played by Wiebke Puls) — cameo
A psychological expert conducting clinical assessments of Geissler to determine mental stability and the authenticity of his claimed spiritual conversion.
Key Relationships
Jan-Josef Geissler → Pfarrer Klaus Spori
(Conflict Theological Debater)
Dr. Ralf Remberg → Anwalt Dieter Dorn
(Professional Legal Advisor)
Dr. Ralf Remberg → Dr. Meinhardt
(Professional Medical Consultant)
Dr. Ralf Remberg → Pfarrer Klaus Spori
(Professional Colleague)
Dr. Ralf Remberg → Bischof Blum
(Power Subordinate)
Jan-Josef Geissler → Dr. Ralf Remberg
(Professional Investigator)
Story Analysis
A psychological and theological exploration of faith, guilt, and institutional authority through the investigation of a convicted murderer seeking priesthood.
