Babylon Berlin (2017)
Babylon Berlin is streaming in the UK on Sky Go, Now TV.
The verdict
Babylon Berlin lands among the stronger German series on offer right now. It carries a 7.7/10 on TMDB across 410 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. In the UK you can stream it on Sky Go, Now TV.
Is it worth starting?
This is 5 seasons deep — German drama with a crime streak, adults only. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
Don't watch this if…
- you're not starting a 5-season show this week
- kids are in the room. This one is rated 18
- Why
- It rates 7.7/10 on 410 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Beneath the decadence of 1929 Berlin, lies an underworld city of sin. Police investigator Gereon Rath has been transferred from Cologne to the epicenter of political and social changes in the Golden Twenties.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 18 · Adults only |
| Genre | Drama / Crime |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Tom Tykwer
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-14 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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