Beat (2018)
▸ Worth a watch
Beat is streaming in Germany on Amazon Prime Video.
The verdict
Beat is a solid, watchable German series that mostly delivers on what it promises. It's sitting at 6.7/10 on TMDB across 59 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. In Germany you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — German drama.
- Why
- 6.7/10 from 59 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- An episode-a-night rhythm
Story
Robert Schlag, nicknamed "Beat", is a Berlin club promoter who lives for the excesses of sex, drugs and the city nightlife. His connections to the underworld lead the police to use Beat to try and infiltrate a notorious organ smuggling ring.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 16 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Marco Kreuzpaintner
Cast
Jannis Niewöhner
Beat
Carlo Ljubek
Miss Sundström
Karl Markovics
Dr. Brandt
Nina Gummich
Janine
Waldemar Kobus
Korsch
Svenja Jung
Nani
Where to watch in Germany
Amazon Prime Video
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is Beat worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 6.7/10 on audience ratings. This is a first season — German drama.
Where can I watch Beat?
You can stream Beat in Germany on Amazon Prime Video.
Is Beat family friendly?
Beat is rated 16. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Beat in?
Beat is a German series (Drama).