Netflix’s first German original to go fully global; non-English Peak TV proof.
Why it matters
Episode guide
26 episodes across 3 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Children go missing in a German town where caves hide time travel and multigenerational guilt. Everything is connected. Mystery as closed time loop.
Network & studio
- Netflix — streamer network
- Wiedemann & Berg Television — production studio
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2010s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Netflix’s first German original to go fully global; non-English Peak TV proof.
Creators
Baran bo Odar · Jantje Friese
Key cast
- Louis Hofmann as Jonas Kahnwald
- Lisa Vicari as Martha Nielsen
- Maja Schöne as Hannah Kahnwald
- Andreas Pietschmann as The Stranger
- Karoline Eichhorn as Charlotte Doppler
Flash facts
- Netflix German original premiered 2017.
- Became a global word-of-mouth phenomenon.
- Three seasons with a planned ending — rare discipline.
- Opened doors for non-English streamer hits.
FAQ
What network aired Dark?
Dark is associated with Netflix (2017–2020).
Why is Dark in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2010s?
Netflix’s first German original to go fully global; non-English Peak TV proof.
Who are the key names behind Dark?
Creators and principals include Baran bo Odar, Jantje Friese.
Official & further reading
External sites for further reading — TV Flash is not affiliated with these networks or studios.
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