Axel Milberg's Final 'Tatort' Wins Prestigious German Crime Drama Award

The acclaimed episode 'Borowski und das Haupt der Medusa' marks Milberg's emotional farewell after over 20 years as Kommissar Borowski.

'Borowski und das Haupt der Medusa' won the 2025 German Crime Drama Award for its innovative storytelling, striking visuals, and genre-blending approach.
The episode serves as Axel Milberg's last appearance as Kommissar Borowski, a role he has played since 2003 across 44 episodes.
Critics praised the performances, particularly Milberg's nuanced portrayal and August Diehl's haunting depiction of the antagonist, Robert Frost.
The plot explores themes of family trauma, psychological complexity, and mythological symbolism, with Medusa as a central metaphor.
The final episode premieres on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 8:15 PM on ARD, with its conclusion kept under wraps to maintain suspense.