Fatal News (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Series · ★ 3.8
Released in 2016, Fatal News is a drama and mystery series.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. Fatal News stars Alexander Fehling as David Burger, Fabian Hinrichs as Olaf Nissen, Matthias Matschke as Uwe Barschel and Antje Traue as Giselle Neumayer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Fatal News has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fatal News page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fatal News tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fatal News (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fatal News change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fatal News worth watching?
- Fatal News holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fatal News?
- Fatal News stars Alexander Fehling, Fabian Hinrichs, Matthias Matschke, Antje Traue and Edgar Selge.
- When was Fatal News released?
- Fatal News was released in 2016.