Dark

Mind-bending time travel mystery in German town

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About Dark

Released: 2017

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 3 Seasons

Cast
Louis Hofmann, Oliver Masucci, Jördis Triebel, Maja Schöne, Karoline Eichhorn, Sebastian Rudolph, Anatole Taubman, Mark Waschke, Stephan Kampwirth, Anne Ratte-Polle, Andreas Pietschmann, Lisa Vicari, Michael Mendl, Angela Winkler

About Dark

Dark is a German science fiction crime thriller TV series created by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. The show first premiered on Netflix in December 2017 and quickly gained popularity for its intricate plot, complex characters, and eerie atmosphere.

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The story of Dark unfolds in the small fictional town of Winden, where four interconnected families uncover a time travel conspiracy that spans several generations. As children start to disappear, the secrets of the town and its residents are slowly revealed, leading to a mind-bending journey through time and space.

Making / Production

The series was filmed in Germany and features a dark and atmospheric tone that adds to its mysterious vibe. The creators of Dark carefully crafted the intricate storyline, weaving together multiple timelines and complex characters.

Actors

  • Louis Hofmann - Jonas Kahnwald: The central character whose journey forms the core of the series.
  • Jördis Triebel - Katharina Nielsen: A high school principal entangled in the mysteries of Winden.
  • Maja Schöne - Hannah Kahnwald: Jonas's mother whose actions have far-reaching consequences.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Dark is the first German-language Netflix original series.
  • The show draws inspiration from various myths, philosophies, and time travel theories.
  • Each episode is named after a philosophical concept or a scientific term.