Black Gold
Schwarzes Gold
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Greed for power, betrayal and the dream of quick wealth: An oil boom breaks out in the Lüneburg Heath around 1900, transforming an entire region into a German „Wild West“. This series tells of this time, of the destructive power of boundless selfishness, but also of the courage to rebel against injustice. Lüneburg Heath around 1900: The young farmer's daughter Johanna works as a maid to support her family. No one suspects that there is a treasure lurking beneath her family's fields – petroleum. Only Richard, the son of the neighboring farmer Pape, knows about it and dreams of a future together with Johanna. Their forbidden love is put to the test when the unscrupulous oil trader Mr. Robertson appears and a fierce battle for power and wealth begins.
Cast
Harriet Herbig-Matten
as Johanna Lambert
Aaron Hilmer
as Richard Pape
Tom Wlaschiha
as Wilhelm Pape
Lena Urzendowsky
as Luisa Pape
Jessica Schwarz
as Martha Lambert
Henny Reents
as Elisabeth Pape
Slavko Popadic
as Jakub Mazurak
Daniil Kremkin
as Max Jordan
Julius Nitschkoff
as
Leo Knizka
as Felix Lambert
Marton Csokas
as Tyler Robertson
Peter Schneider
as Georg Lambert
Gwendoline Christie
as Emma Robertson
Hinnerk Schönemann
as Friedemann Born
Merlin Sandmeyer
as Walter Schröter
Stephan Kampwirth
as Armin Thies
Julius Busch
as Paul Pape
Liliom Lewald
as Fritz
Jakob Henri Garde
as Oscar
Bernhard Conrad
as Ernst Pohl
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Miniseries
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In 1900, the Lambert farming family falls into financial hardship. Twenty-year-old Johanna loses her job as a maid and is forced to leave her home for the city in search of new work. Her childhood sweetheart, Richard Pape, wants to prevent this. He suspects there is oil beneath the Lambert forest and intends to extract it. But a bitter feud hangs over the families, and Richard's father, Wilhelm Pape, harbors dark secrets. When Johanna's father dies under mysterious circumstances and Wilhelm seizes his forest, a dangerous suspicion grows within Johanna – and she risks being crushed in a web of love, greed, and betrayal.
Vein
Johanna wants to uncover the truth behind her father's death, but the corrupt police officer Theis is obstructing the investigation. Oil is gushing from the derricks for the first time in the Papes' ill-gotten forest, attracting international attention. British oil trader Tyler Robertson offers Wilhelm Pape a partnership, but Wilhelm refuses and appoints his son Richard as foreman. This is a devastating blow for Johanna, who was cheated out of the forest. Her doubts about Richard's loyalty grow. The desperate farmers organize, but Wilhelm responds with a bloody warning.
Abyss
The Papes' oil field is expanding rapidly. The workers are starving, and the farmers lack clean water. Richard wants to help and points Johanna to the auction of a lakefront property that could secure their fresh water supply. Johanna mobilizes the farmers and finds a close ally among the workers in Jakub. But a serious accident at work shakes Johanna and the village. Richard confesses to Johanna that he is responsible for her father's death.
Pressure
Johanna finds a new ally in Tyler in her fight against the powerful Papes. Although she loses the auction of the lakefront property to Wilhelm, it proves costly for him. Elisabeth, Wilhelm's wife, suspects foul play. The voices of the workers and farmers grow louder when a death rocks the village. Johanna openly opposes Wilhelm. The pressure on him mounts. His daughter Luisa plans to escape with the oil drilling engineer Max. Richard learns from Theiss that he is not solely responsible for the death of Johanna's father.
Embers
Johanna and Jakub lead the workers in a strike, which Wilhelm brutally suppresses. The pact between Johanna and Tyler Robertson is on the verge of collapse. A robbery and murder puts an end to all their agreements. Johanna has no choice but to destroy Wilhelm using his own methods: she is determined to set Wilhelm's oil drilling facilities ablaze.
Fire
Richard wants to end his father's reign of terror and fights alongside Johanna. In a bitter struggle, Johanna aims to bring down Wilhelm's oil empire. Wilhelm reveals to her the secret of the Papes' enmity with the Lamberts. A devastating explosion shatters Luisa's dream of escaping the village. Will Johanna and Richard survive?
The History of the Oil Boom in Germany
This companion documentary delves into the real-life origins of the oil boom in the Lüneburg Heath. Actor Aaron Hilmer from the series "Black Gold" travels to Wietze in search of historical traces. Once a hub of the German oil industry, the town in the Celle district served as the real-world inspiration for the fictional series. In 1858, geologist Georg Hunäus drilled Germany’s first oil well here. By the early 20th century, oil derricks crowded the landscape of Wietze. Through conversations with historians and contemporary witnesses, Aaron Hilmer explores how the oil boom transformed this small village on the heath.
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About Black Gold
Greed for power, betrayal and the dream of quick wealth: An oil boom breaks out in the Lüneburg Heath around 1900, transforming an entire region into a German „Wild West“. This series tells of this time, of the destructive power of boundless selfishness, but also of the courage to rebel against injustice. Lüneburg Heath around 1900: The young farmer's daughter Johanna works as a maid to support her family. No one suspects that there is a treasure lurking beneath her family's fields – petroleum. Only Richard, the son of the neighboring farmer Pape, knows about it and dreams of a future together with Johanna. Their forbidden love is put to the test when the unscrupulous oil trader Mr. Robertson appears and a fierce battle for power and wealth begins. Across 1 season and 7 episodes, originally airing on Das Erste.
Black Gold Cast and Characters
The cast features Harriet Herbig-Matten (as Johanna Lambert), Aaron Hilmer (as Richard Pape), Tom Wlaschiha (as Wilhelm Pape), Lena Urzendowsky (as Luisa Pape), and Jessica Schwarz (as Martha Lambert). Their performances are a major reason Black Gold has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Black Gold NowWhy People Are Watching Black Gold
Black Gold flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. 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.
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Black Gold has 7 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Black Gold good? What's the rating?
Black Gold holds a 5.8/10 rating based on 4 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Black Gold?
The main cast includes Harriet Herbig-Matten, Aaron Hilmer, Tom Wlaschiha, and Lena Urzendowsky, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Black Gold available in German?
Yes — Black Gold 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 Black Gold released?
Black Gold first aired in 2025.
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How many seasons and episodes does Black Gold have?
Black Gold currently has 1 season and a total of 7 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 Black Gold about?
Greed for power, betrayal and the dream of quick wealth: An oil boom breaks out in the Lüneburg Heath around 1900, transforming an entire region into a German „Wild West“. This series tells of this time, of the destructive power of boundless selfishness, but also of the courage to rebel against injustice. Lüneburg… It belongs to the Drama, Western genres.
In which language is Black Gold originally available?
Black Gold 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 Black Gold first released?
Black Gold first premiered on December 22, 2025 (2025). The series has since concluded its run.
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