Löwengrube
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"Löwengrube – Die Grandauers und ihre Zeit" is a German television series first aired between 1989 and 1992, created by Willy Purucker and directed by Rainer Wolffhardt. It is set in Munich and follows the lives of Ludwig Grandauer and his son Karl, both policemen, covering the years from 1897 to 1954. The TV show is based on Purucker's radio play series Die Grandauers und ihre Zeit (‘The Grandauers and their time’). The series’ main title "Löwengrube", meaning ‘Lions’ Den’, refers to the address of the Munich Police Headquarters inaugurated in 1913.
Cast
Jörg Hube
as Ludwig Grandauer / Karl Grandauer
Christine Neubauer
as Traudl Grandauer
Franziska Stömmer
as Adelgunde Soleder
Michael Lerchenberg
as Kurt Soleder
Gisela Freudenberg
as Sara Soleder
Alexander Duda
as Adolf Grandauer
Gerd Anthoff
as Friedrich Deinlein
Erich Hallhuber
as Willibald Leitner
Werner Rom
as Max Kreitmeier
Mona Freiberg
as Katharina Kreitmeier
Hansi Kraus
as Kargus
Timothy Peach
as Rudi Grandauer
Thomas Darchinger
as Maxi Grandauer
Georg Einerdinger
as Hausmeister
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
Charivari
1897 - 1907: Ludwig Grandauer is a policeman in a village somewhere between Munich and Bad Tölz. A murder occurs after his wedding party, of all things. Suspicion falls on a peddler, Grandauer finds the real culprit years later.
Chasms
May 1909: Karl Grandauer's bicycle is stolen. Afraid of his father's punishment, Karl keeps quiet about the theft. But the butcher Willy has a plan to raise the necessary capital for a new bike: Nude photos of a girl from the neighborhood.
Gentleman Driver
The Grandauer family is worried about the health of mother Agnes. While their daughter Luise takes over the housework for her mother, Ludwig Grandauer has to visit the family of a murder suspect.
Changing of the Guard
1914: The Munich police department moves into the long-awaited new building in the Löwengrube, while at home Luise Grandauer falls in love with Karl's friend Biwi. Now, of all times, the First World War breaks out.
Coming Home
December 1918: Germany has lost the First World War, food is running short, and the Spanish flu keeps killing large numbers of people. When Karl Grandauer comes back to Munich, he finds his family's old apartment inhabited by strangers
Conclusions
October 1920: A dead woman is found at the side of a small road, with a sign labelling her a traitor to her fatherland. During investigation, Karl Grandauer comes across Traudl Soleder again
Wedding Eve
1923: Karl Grandauer and Traudl Soleder want to get married. But inflation makes the wedding dress and the suit for the groom very expensive. Then childhood friend Willy offers his help.
Movements
November 9, 1923: The Soleders are moving out of their expensive apartment into police seargent Karl Grandauer's new official residence, but streets are blocked due to the ongoing Beer Hall Putsch, that started the night before, and Karl is prevented from leaving the police headquarters for some time.
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Stream Löwengrube online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed drama, crime, and war & politics series originally produced in German and released in 1989, it's earned a solid 8.0/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.
About Löwengrube
"Löwengrube – Die Grandauers und ihre Zeit" is a German television series first aired between 1989 and 1992, created by Willy Purucker and directed by Rainer Wolffhardt. It is set in Munich and follows the lives of Ludwig Grandauer and his son Karl, both policemen, covering the years from 1897 to 1954. The TV show is based on Purucker's radio play series Die Grandauers und ihre Zeit (‘The Grandauers and their time’). The series’ main title "Löwengrube", meaning ‘Lions’ Den’, refers to the address of the Munich Police Headquarters inaugurated in 1913. Across 3 seasons and 32 episodes, originally airing on BR Fernsehen.
Löwengrube Cast and Characters
The cast features Jörg Hube (as Ludwig Grandauer / Karl Grandauer), Christine Neubauer (as Traudl Grandauer), Franziska Stömmer (as Adelgunde Soleder), Michael Lerchenberg (as Kurt Soleder), and Gisela Freudenberg (as Sara Soleder). Their performances are a major reason Löwengrube has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Löwengrube keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. 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 Löwengrube
Where can I watch Löwengrube online for free?
You can watch Löwengrube online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does Löwengrube have?
Löwengrube has 32 episodes across 3 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Löwengrube good? What's the rating?
Löwengrube holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Löwengrube?
The main cast includes Jörg Hube, Christine Neubauer, Franziska Stömmer, and Michael Lerchenberg, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Löwengrube available in German?
Yes — Löwengrube 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 Löwengrube released?
Löwengrube first aired in 1989.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Löwengrube for free?
You can watch Löwengrube online for free on Bowood.TV. All 32 episodes across 3 seasons 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 Löwengrube have?
Löwengrube currently has 3 seasons and a total of 32 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 Löwengrube about?
"Löwengrube – Die Grandauers und ihre Zeit" is a German television series first aired between 1989 and 1992, created by Willy Purucker and directed by Rainer Wolffhardt. It is set in Munich and follows the lives of Ludwig Grandauer and his son Karl, both policemen, covering the years from 1897 to 1954. The TV show i… It belongs to the Drama, Crime, War & Politics genres.
In which language is Löwengrube originally available?
Löwengrube 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 Löwengrube first released?
Löwengrube first premiered on November 14, 1989 (1989). The series has since concluded its run.
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