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Das Messer

Series Overview

Three agents stir up a hornet's nest of greed, betrayal, and intrigue.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
Das Erste
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

Air Date Window

1971 – 1971

Premiered: Tue, Nov 30, 1971

Created By
Francis DurbridgeFrancis Durbridge

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Dec 4, 1971

Season 1, Episode 3: “Das Messer - Part Three”

All leads lead to the "Shanghai," a bar in Cardiff's harbor district. There, Ellis is supposed to meet a certain Batman, who, however, is merely an instrument of the real, unknown mastermind. To Jim's surprise, Batman insists that Ellis bring his coat. The conversation with Ellis is anything but pleasant. Finally, the gangsters capture Julie Andrews in an attempt to soften Ellis up...

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Rolf von Sydow

Screenplay & Story

Francis Durbridge, Marianne de Barde

Original Score & Music

Can

Director of Photography

Dieter Naujeck

Film Editing

Wolfgang Richter

Producers

Peter Märthesheimer

Department Leadership Roster

Rolf von Sydow

Rolf von Sydow

Director

Francis Durbridge

Francis Durbridge

Writer

Marianne de Barde

Writer

Peter Märthesheimer

Producer

Can

Original Music Composer

Dieter Naujeck

Director of Photography

Wolfgang Richter

Editor

Lothar Kirchem

Production Design

Dela Fredrich

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 12

12: FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Das Messer

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What is Das Messer about?

Three agents stir up a hornet's nest of greed, betrayal, and intrigue.

How many seasons does Das Messer have?

Das Messer comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Das Messer?

Key cast members in Das Messer include Hardy Krüger, Charles Regnier, Klaus Löwitsch, Alexander Kerst, René Deltgen.

Who created or directed Das Messer?

Das Messer was developed and directed by Rolf von Sydow.