ZDFneo’s 'Hameln' Revives the Rattenfänger Legend with a Modern Horror Twist

The new miniseries follows three teens confronting a supernatural force tied to Hameln's dark folklore.

The series 'Hameln' reimagines the 800-year-old legend of the Rattenfänger (Pied Piper) as a modern horror story set in the German town of Hameln.
Three teens—a blind girl, a deaf boy, and a wheelchair-using athlete—team up to investigate eerie dreams and a string of murders involving local youth killing their parents.
The Rattenfänger, played by Götz Otto, uses his sinister flute to summon supernatural forces, targeting the teens in his quest to complete a centuries-old vendetta.
The show has been praised for its inclusive casting, featuring actors with disabilities in leading roles, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative.
Critics highlight the series' mix of unsettling horror and folklore, though some note inconsistent dialogue and pacing in the early episodes.