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ZDF Rebrands Crime Series as 'Thüringenkrimi' With Emily Cox Leading Premiere

The relaunch follows parental-leave reshuffles, with producers saying Nina Gummich is in talks to return in the next installment.

Overview

  • The revamped franchise debuted on ZDF on February 7 with the episode 'Gerechtigkeit' introducing a new lead and setting.
  • Emily Cox plays forensic pathologist Dr. Mala Murphy alongside new chief inspector Moritz Herbst, portrayed by Golo Euler.
  • The case in the opener involves the death of a controversial family judge that the team treats as suspicious rather than accidental.
  • Producers say two films starring Cox have been completed and confirm she is now on parental leave, describing the casting shifts as unplanned.
  • Ziegler Film indicates Nina Gummich is expected to appear in the third new film, with a fourth entry already in development and some original cast members retained.