Das Boot
“When the hunters become the hunted.”
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Based on an autobiographical novel by German World War II photographer Lothar-Guenther Buchheim, Das Boot follows the lives of a fearless U-Boat captain (Jurgen Prochnow) and his inexperienced crew as they patrol the Atlantic and Mediterranean in search of Allied vessels, taking turns as hunter and prey.
Cast
Jürgen Prochnow
as Der Alte
Herbert Grönemeyer
as Leutnant Werner
Klaus Wennemann
as Leitender Ingenieur
Hubertus Bengsch
as Erster Wachoffizier
Martin Semmelrogge
as Zweiter Wachoffizier
Bernd Tauber
as Obersteuermann
Erwin Leder
as Obermaschinist Johann
Martin May
as Fähnrich Ullmann
Uwe Ochsenknecht
as Bootsmann Lamprecht
Claude-Oliver Rudolph
as Dieselheizer Ario
Jan Fedder
as Bootsmaat Pilgrim
Heinz Hoenig
as Funkmaat Hinrich
Ralf Richter
as Frenssen
Oliver Stritzel
as Schwalle
Lutz Schnell
as Dufte
Otto Sander
as Kapitänleutnant Philipp
Günter Lamprecht
as Kapitän des Versorgungsschiffs "Weser"
Rita Cadillac
as Monique
Seasons
Episodes
Miniseries
Operation Atlantic
Autumn 1941. The crew of the U 96 celebrates its last day on land in La Rochelle, France. The exuberance of the men is nothing more than the fear of the next mission, which could be the last. War correspondent Lieutenant Werner does not understand the apparent cheerfulness, as he does not yet know the pitiless harshness of the war in a cramped submarine.
On Search Course
The U 96 crew has been running on patrol south-west of Ireland for days. Monotony, inactivity, and boredom on board are transformed into aggression. A message about a convoy changes the mood of the crew. The "old man" risks a periscope attack. Surprisingly, a destroyer emerges, which hunts the submarine with depth charges.
The First Attack
For almost four weeks, the submarine is traveling south-west of Ireland and is held underwater by a destroyer during its first attack on an English convoy. Exploding depth charges hurl the crew and submarine into chaos. But the "old man" succeeds in maneuvering U 96 out of the danger zone. Subsequently, the submarine gets into a storm period lasting more than three weeks.
Suicide Squad
The U 96 encounters a convoy and sinks three cargo ships with its torpedoes. Then a 24-hour pursuit of the submarine begins with two destroyers dropping depth charges. The "old man" tries to escape in 230 meters of water depth. The end for U 96 seems to have come.
On Ground
The U 96 has been dispatched to the Mediterranean. After picking up supplies in the Spanish town of Vigo, the journey to Gibraltar begins. An aviation attack during the nightly crawl and cruising British ships force U 96 to a neck breaking dive - at 280 meters depth the submarine hits the bottom of the ocean.
In the Homeland
The submarine is heavily damaged, lying on the ocean floor in a depth of 280 meters. Despite the seemingly hopeless situation, the crew starts with repair work and dares an attempt to emerge. After tormented tension the U 96 finally breaks off from the ocean floor.
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About Das Boot
“When the hunters become the hunted.”
Based on an autobiographical novel by German World War II photographer Lothar-Guenther Buchheim, Das Boot follows the lives of a fearless U-Boat captain (Jurgen Prochnow) and his inexperienced crew as they patrol the Atlantic and Mediterranean in search of Allied vessels, taking turns as hunter and prey. Across 1 season and 6 episodes, originally airing on Das Erste.
Das Boot Cast and Characters
The cast features Jürgen Prochnow (as Der Alte), Herbert Grönemeyer (as Leutnant Werner), Klaus Wennemann (as Leitender Ingenieur), Hubertus Bengsch (as Erster Wachoffizier), and Martin Semmelrogge (as Zweiter Wachoffizier). Their performances are a major reason Das Boot has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Das Boot keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. 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 Das Boot
Where can I watch Das Boot online for free?
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How many episodes does Das Boot have?
Das Boot has 6 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Das Boot good? What's the rating?
Das Boot holds a 8.6/10 rating based on 152 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Das Boot?
The main cast includes Jürgen Prochnow, Herbert Grönemeyer, Klaus Wennemann, and Hubertus Bengsch, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Das Boot available in German?
Yes — Das Boot 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 Das Boot released?
Das Boot first aired in 1985.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Das Boot for free?
You can watch Das Boot online for free on Bowood.TV. All 6 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Das Boot have?
Das Boot 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 Das Boot about?
Based on an autobiographical novel by German World War II photographer Lothar-Guenther Buchheim, Das Boot follows the lives of a fearless U-Boat captain (Jurgen Prochnow) and his inexperienced crew as they patrol the Atlantic and Mediterranean in search of Allied vessels, taking turns as hunter and prey. It belongs to the Drama, War & Politics genres.
In which language is Das Boot originally available?
Das Boot 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 Das Boot first released?
Das Boot first premiered on February 24, 1985 (1985). The series has since concluded its run.
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