Sam: A Saxon
Series Overview
Based on the true story of Sam Meffire’s rise and fall in East Germany, this miniseries follows Sam’s desperate search for a place he can call home, as he fights for recognition and justice. Sam goes from being the first Black cop in the GDR to media celebrity, and finally a criminal in the wild years following German reunification.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 7 Episodes
2023 – 2023
Premiered: Wed, Apr 26, 2023
Tyron RickettsLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 7: “German”
Sam escapes to the Congo, seeking refuge with his uncle, but ends up in a Dresden court and prison.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-04-17
Cast & Creators
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Malick Bauer
Sam Meffire
Tyron Ricketts
Alex
Svenja Jung
Yvonne
Luise von Finckh
Antje
Carina Wiese
Regine
Paula Essam
Sabine
Ivy Quainoo
Jenny
Thorsten Merten
Major Schreier
Martin Brambach
Eggert
Nyamandi Adrian
Aristo Luis
Daniel Klare
Jonas Leonhardi
Henry
Merlin Rose
Rene
Max Schimmelpfennig
Bodo
Amanda Mincewicz
Nicole
Agnes Mann
Moderatorin
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Silber, Jörg Winger, Tyron Ricketts
Jörg Winger, Chris Silber
Stephan Burchardt
Sebastian Werninger, Naomi Marne, Tyron Ricketts, Leslie-Alina Schäfer, Jörg Winger
Department Leadership Roster
Jörg Winger
Writer
Naomi Marne
Producer
Chris Silber
Writer
Stephan Burchardt
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
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What is Sam: A Saxon about?
Based on the true story of Sam Meffire’s rise and fall in East Germany, this miniseries follows Sam’s desperate search for a place he can call home, as he fights for recognition and justice. Sam goes from being the first Black cop in the GDR to media celebrity, and finally a criminal in the wild years following German reunification.
How many seasons does Sam: A Saxon have?
Sam: A Saxon comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Sam: A Saxon?
Key cast members in Sam: A Saxon include Malick Bauer, Tyron Ricketts, Svenja Jung, Luise von Finckh, Carina Wiese.
Who created or directed Sam: A Saxon?
Sam: A Saxon was developed and directed by Chris Silber, Jörg Winger, Tyron Ricketts.