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Series · 2016 · 90 min · 1 seasons

Fatal News (2016)

Original title: Der Fall Barschel

3.8/10 · 7 votes
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Fatal News is a TV series (Drama and Mystery) that first aired in 2016. Fatal News has 1 seasons and 2 episodes in total. It has an average rating of 3.8/10 from 7 viewers. There is currently no known legal streaming option for Fatal News in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Last episode S1 · E2 — Episode 2 February 6, 2016

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Plot

West Germany, 1987. The politician Uwe Barschel (1944-87), member of the Christian Democratic Union party and Minister-President of the Schleswig-Holstein region, is found dead in very sinister circumstances. Reporter David Burger pledges to find the truth behind one of the most important political scandals in German history, investigating countless speculations and conspiracy theories as he fights his own personal demons.

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Tags

#berlin, germany#drug abuse#geneva, switzerland#based on true story#investigative journalism#suspicious death#german politics#1980s#west germany#1990s

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Fatal News?

There is currently no known legal streaming option for Fatal News in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Who stars in Fatal News?

The main cast of Fatal News includes Alexander Fehling, Fabian Hinrichs, Matthias Matschke, Antje Traue and Edgar Selge.

Who created Fatal News?

Fatal News was created by Kilian Riedhof.

How many seasons and episodes does Fatal News have?

Fatal News has 1 seasons and 2 episodes in total.

When was Fatal News released?

Fatal News first aired on February 6, 2016.

Has Fatal News ended?

Yes, Fatal News has ended.

Is Fatal News worth watching?

Fatal News has an average rating of 3.8/10 from 7 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Fatal News?

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Updated: October 27, 2026 ·