Series synopsis
Die Pilgerin is a German drama television series that premiered on ZDF on January 5, 2014. It ended on January 6, 2014. It stars Josefine Preuß, Jacob Matschenz, Volker Bruch and Friedrich von Thun.
In the 14th century, a young merchant's daughter from southern Germany sets off on the adventurous Way of St. James to faraway Santiago de Compostela to fulfill her father's last wishes and bring his heart there. Disguised as a man, the pilgrim is hunted by pursuers set on her by her conniving brother.
Premise
In the 14th century, a young merchant's daughter from southern Germany sets off on the adventurous Way of St. James to faraway Santiago de Compostela to fulfill her father's last wishes and bring his heart there. Disguised as a man, the pilgrim is hunted by pursuers set on her by her conniving brother.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Josefine Preuß as Tilla Willinger
- Jacob Matschenz as Sebastian Laux
- Volker Bruch as Otfried Willinger
- Friedrich von Thun as Koloman Laux
- Dietmar Bär as Veit Gürtler
- Sebastian Hülk as Rigobert Gürtler
- Lucas Gregorowicz as Aymer
- Ernst Stötzner as Vater Thomas
Supporting cast
- Roeland Wiesnekker as Ambros
- Stipe Erceg as Gourdeville
- Tómas Lemarquis
- Uwe Preuss as Eckhard Willinger
- Carlo Ljubek as Manfred
- Sven Pippig
- Laura de Boer
- Lore Richter
- Muriel Wimmer
- Lucas Prisor
- Corinna Kirchhoff
- Gottfried Breitfuß
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 2 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 2 | January 5, 2014 | January 6, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Part 1 14th century, Free Imperial City of Tremmlingen: The death of her father tears the young merchant's daughter Tilla from her well-protected life. At her brother Otfried's request, she is supposed to marry an influential city councilor. When he dies on his wedding night, Tilla innocently comes under suspicion of murder and, in order to ensure her survival, flees her hometown in men's clothing. Pursued by Otfried's captors, she wants to make a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela to fulfill her father's last wish and bury his heart in the holy place. But this journey is full of unexpected dangers. |
January 5, 2014 |
| 2 |
Part 2 While Otfried brutally seizes power in Tremmlingen, Tilla has the unpredictable Count Aymer breathing down her neck. Her loyal companions Gourdeville and Sebastian are able to rescue her from his clutches just in time. The three's plan is to rejoin the pilgrim group. No sooner has this been achieved than fate strikes again with cruel severity: Crusaders attack the pilgrims. Tilla loses her murdered father's heart. In addition, Rigobert, her late husband's vengeful son, is still close on Tilla's heels. |
January 6, 2014 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ZDF |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 5, 2014 |
| Last aired | January 6, 2014 |
| Runtime | 88 minutes |
| Status | ended |