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SOKO Leipzig Marks 25 Years With Two-Part Farewell to Founding Detective

Producers keep the successor under wraps as preparations for season 27 begin this spring.

Overview

  • The anniversary story, titled "Was bleibt," is available on ZDF Mediathek with early streaming windows starting January 16 and January 23.
  • Part one airs on January 23 at 21:15 on ZDF, with part two following on January 30 at the same time.
  • Marco Girnth said his decision to leave after a quarter century was difficult and he helped shape the farewell with lead colleague Melanie Marschke.
  • ZDF and Ufa Fiction have not disclosed who will join the team next, with the reveal planned for summer 2026.
  • Following the departure, Marschke remains the sole original cast member, and producers say casting aims to complement the ensemble and bring fresh energy.