Overview
- ZDF aired the New Year’s installment Africa: Madikwe on January 1 at 20:15, continuing the series under captain Max Parger, played by Florian Silbereisen.
- Guest star Valentina Pahde appears as Dr. Sophia Berg opposite Silbereisen in a romantic storyline and called their on-camera kiss a “ten out of ten” for professionalism.
- The episode was filmed on and around the cruise ship MS Amadea with the story taking the ship toward Madikwe in Africa.
- Cast members Collien Fernandes and Barbara Wussow describe a close-knit work life on board, noting late-night gatherings and praising Silbereisen’s preparation and stamina.
- Pahde said she could imagine returning to the franchise in a recurring medical role, describing the shoot as especially collegial and well run.