A broadcaster of distinction, Hr-fernsehen has aired more than 20 shows between 1955 and 2019. Some of the best tv shows from Hr-fernsehen include Kinderstunde and Hessenschau, airing in 1955 and 1961 respectively. Our curated list, current as of March 2026, showcases over 20 of Hr-fernsehen’s highest-rated series.




In Crime Time, the public prosecutor's office, forensic medicine, police and profilers talk about Hessian criminal cases that they won't soon forget. How do they manage to catch the perpetrators? How do real murderers think?





In November 1775, an officer of the Hessian army deserts from Ziegenhayn fortress. Captain Claus von Haynau is keen on capturing the man, but his plans are foiled by his half-brother, Robert. The deserter turns out to be one Soermann, a former friend of Robert's father who disappeared 20 years ago and is presumed dead. Now, Robert finally learns what really happened: His father did not die but went to America. Robert decides to follow, but has not counted on Claus - and on the Landgrave of Hesse's need for soldiers to sell to the British for the fight against the rebellious American colonists.







Giraffe, Erdmännchen & Co. is a German television series.



