Beloved German Crime Series 'Stubbe' Concludes After 30 Years

The final episode of the long-running show centers on a dramatic family crisis, marking the end of an era for the iconic father-daughter duo Wolfgang and Stephanie Stumph.

• The ZDF crime series 'Stubbe – Von Fall zu Fall' aired its 54th and final episode, 'Stubbe – Familie in Gefahr,' on February 22, 2025, concluding a 30-year run.
• The finale follows a personal crisis for the Stubbe family, with the arrest of Stubbe's granddaughter's father during her birthday party on murder charges.
• The show, known for its warm portrayal of family dynamics and evolving societal themes, featured Wolfgang Stumph and his real-life daughter Stephanie Stumph as central characters.
• Over three decades, the series shifted settings from Dresden to Hamburg and back, adapting its storytelling to reflect German reunification and changing societal issues.
• Both Wolfgang and Stephanie Stumph have expressed pride in the show's legacy, with hints that the storylines leave room for viewers to imagine future developments.

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