New 'Tatort' Episode Tackles Church Abuse Scandal

The groundbreaking episode explores systemic abuse within the Catholic Church, marking a first for the long-running German crime series.

The latest 'Tatort' episode, titled 'Schweigen,' is the first in the series to address the issue of sexual abuse within the Catholic Church.
The story follows investigator Thorsten Falke as he uncovers decades of systemic abuse and cover-ups while grappling with personal trauma.
Set in a Trappist monastery, the episode delves into the psychological toll of uncovering such crimes, with a focus on the impact on victims and their families.
The plot is inspired by real-life cases, including a recent abuse scandal involving a clergy ring in Trier, Germany.
Critics have praised the episode for its unflinching portrayal of the subject and the strong performances of Wotan Wilke Möhring and Florian Lukas.