Dark Woods
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About
In the summer of 1989, the sister of Hamburg's LKA chief Thomas Bethge disappears without a trace. For almost three decades, he investigates the mysterious criminal case, before he gets on the trail of a serial killer.
Cast
Matthias Brandt
as Thomas Bethge
Silke Bodenbender
as Barbara Neder
Karoline Schuch
as Anne Bach
August Wittgenstein
as Jan Gerke
Nicholas Ofczarek
as Robert Neder
Jenny Schily
as Marianna Bethge
Hanno Koffler
as Jürgen Becker
Andreas Lust
as Frank Behringer
Nadeshda Brennicke
as Andrea Becker
Janina Fautz
as Theresa Neder
Michel Hoppe
as Sohn Lingner
Hildegard Schmahl
as Erika Bethge
Mirco Kreibich
as Heiner Mertens
Karsten Mielke
as Lohse
Moritz Grove
as Staatsanwalt Leest
Anne Werner
as Lisa Kimmrich
Barbara Romaner
as Theresa Neder
Pheline Roggan
as Therapeutin
Nikola Kastner
as Rachel Hermes
Roman Knižka
as Randow
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
The Disappearing
In the summer of 1989, four bodies are found in the woods. Shortly after, Barbara Neder, the sister of high-ranking federal officer Thomas Bethge, disappears without a trace. Rookie Anne Bach is assigned to investigate both cases.
The Dark Force
Barbara’s estranged husband, Robert, becomes the prime suspect after the police learn she had blackmailed him, but Anne’s hunch points to a gardener who had taken Barbara home drunk. A lead suspect in the Isefort murders is announced in the press.
The Double Decker
Four years later, the Weesenburg police have moved on from the case with no arrests, assuming Robert was responsible but have no proof. Still suspicious of Jürgen the gardener, Anne digs into his past and discovers a troubling history.
The Promise
While searching Jürgen’s house, Anne and her team find handcuffs with traces of what appears to be blood and excavate a car from the ground. Jürgen goes on the run but is eventually caught. Will Anne and Thomas finally get answers?
The Forbidden Room
It’s now 15 years later and Thomas is retired. Still unable to shake his sister’s disappearance, he revives the case with the help of Anne and his old colleague Frank. Together they make a breakthrough when they interview Jürgen’s old friend Heiner.
Forever and Ever
As they continue their rogue investigation, Thomas, Anne, and Frank put the pieces together between Jürgen, the Isefort murders, and Barbara’s disappearance. Will Thomas and his family finally get closure after nearly 30 years?
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Stream Dark Woods online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated crime, drama, and mystery series originally produced in German and released in 2020, it's earned a solid 7.1/10 from 30 viewers worldwide.
About Dark Woods
In the summer of 1989, the sister of Hamburg's LKA chief Thomas Bethge disappears without a trace. For almost three decades, he investigates the mysterious criminal case, before he gets on the trail of a serial killer. Across 1 season and 6 episodes, originally airing on Das Erste.
Dark Woods Cast and Characters
The cast features Matthias Brandt (as Thomas Bethge), Silke Bodenbender (as Barbara Neder), Karoline Schuch (as Anne Bach), August Wittgenstein (as Jan Gerke), and Nicholas Ofczarek (as Robert Neder). Their performances are a major reason Dark Woods has built such a passionate audience.
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Dark Woods flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy German storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dark Woods
Where can I watch Dark Woods online for free?
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How many episodes does Dark Woods have?
Dark Woods has 6 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Dark Woods good? What's the rating?
Dark Woods holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 30 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Dark Woods?
The main cast includes Matthias Brandt, Silke Bodenbender, Karoline Schuch, and August Wittgenstein, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Dark Woods available in German?
Yes — Dark Woods was originally produced in German and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Dark Woods released?
Dark Woods first aired in 2020.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How many seasons and episodes does Dark Woods have?
Dark Woods currently has 1 season and a total of 6 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Dark Woods about?
In the summer of 1989, the sister of Hamburg's LKA chief Thomas Bethge disappears without a trace. For almost three decades, he investigates the mysterious criminal case, before he gets on the trail of a serial killer. It belongs to the Crime, Drama, Mystery genres.
In which language is Dark Woods originally available?
Dark Woods was originally produced in DE. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original DE audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Dark Woods first released?
Dark Woods first premiered on November 25, 2020 (2020). The series has since concluded its run.
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