Space Patrol (1966)
Space Patrol is streaming in Germany on ARD Plus, ARD Plus Apple TV channel, ARD Plus Amazon channel .
The verdict
Space Patrol stayed short of the ratings needed to call this German series either way. Episode length hovers around 60 minutes. In Germany you can stream it on ARD Plus, ARD Plus Apple TV channel, ARD Plus Amazon channel .
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — German action & adventure with drama threaded through, not one for younger kids. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
- Skip if
- set pieces aren't the draw for you
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
Raumpatrouille – Die phantastischen Abenteuer des Raumschiffes Orion, also known as Raumpatrouille Orion, and Space Patrol Orion in English, was the first German science fiction television series. Its seven episodes were broadcast by ARD beginning September 17, 1966 six years before Star Trek first aired in West Germany. Being a huge success with several reruns audience ratings went up to 56%. Over the years, the series acquired a distinct cult status in Germany.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~60 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Action & Adventure / Drama |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Hans Gottschalk
Cast
Where to watch in Germany
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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