Filmin Licenses Six-Part Series Blindspot Berlin
The streaming platform acquires the drama about the 2016 Berlin Christmas market terror attack.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Television
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Beta Film has officially licensed the six-part series Blindspot Berlin to the Spanish streaming platform Filmin. The drama follows two police officers based at the Düsseldorf State Criminal Police headquarters as they navigate the aftermath of the 2016 terror attack.
Why it matters
The series examines the human errors and systemic failures that surrounded the December 19, 2016 Berlin Christmas market terror attack, which resulted in 13 deaths. It aims to provide a nuanced perspective on the tragedy through the eyes of investigators.
The series consists of six parts and centers on the 2016 terror attack that killed 13 people. Filmin, the acquiring platform, is a Spanish SVOD service that was founded in 2007.
The players
Beta Film
This German-based company is a prominent international distributor and producer of high-quality television content.
Filmin
Founded in 2007, this Spanish subscription video-on-demand platform specializes in independent and international cinema and television.
Neuesuper
This is a German production company known for creating scripted television series and dramatic content.
The details
Produced by Neuesuper, the series employs a claustrophobic aesthetic and electronic score to heighten the tension of the investigation. The narrative utilizes multiple perspectives, focusing on the experiences of characters Frank Laudlin, Isra Al-Husseini, and Murat Cem.
Timeline
December 19, 2016: The Berlin Christmas market terror attack occurred.
October 30, 2026: The series launches on ARD's streaming service.
November 1, 2026: The series begins linear television broadcast.
November 6, 2026: The final linear television broadcast concludes.
Early 2027: The series becomes available to stream on Filmin.
Industry Dynamics
The production follows a trend of European studios developing high-stakes dramas rooted in modern history to compete in the global streaming market. This licensing deal underscores how European distributors are leveraging local historical events to gain traction on platforms like Filmin.
Viewers in Spain will gain access to the six-part series when it debuts on Filmin in early 2027. Before that, audiences in Germany can view the series via ARD streaming starting October 30, 2026, or through linear broadcasts in November.
The takeaway
The series highlights the value of using multiple character perspectives to deconstruct complex national tragedies. Viewers interested in investigative drama can look forward to the series as it expands its reach into international markets.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Variety.
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