Series synopsis
We Are the Wave, also known as Wir sind die Welle is a German drama television series that premiered on Netflix on November 1, 2019. It ended on November 1, 2019. It was created by Jan Berger, Dennis Gansel, Peter Thorwarth. It stars Luise Befort, Ludwig Simon, Michelle Barthel and Mohamed Issa.
A mysterious classmate leads four idealistic teens in a revolt against a rising tide of nationalistic fervor, but their movement takes a dark turn.
Premise
A mysterious classmate leads four idealistic teens in a revolt against a rising tide of nationalistic fervor, but their movement takes a dark turn.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Luise Befort as Lea Herst
- Ludwig Simon as Tristan Broch
- Michelle Barthel as Zazie
- Mohamed Issa as Rahim Hadad
- Daniel Friedl as Hagen
- Sarah Mahita as Paula
Guest cast
- Milena Tscharntke as Sophie
- Anke Fünfstück as Karin Mayer
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | November 1, 2019 | November 1, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Do You Know That Feeling? Obedient high schooler Lea is drawn to smart, confident new student Tristan and his rebellious defense of misfits, but is unaware of his double life. |
November 1, 2019 |
| 2 |
What's Wrong with You? Tristan defends his friends when the school's neo-Nazi contingent attacks them during a weekend hangout, while Lea breaks away from her former circle. |
November 1, 2019 |
| 3 |
What's Next? After their protests go viral on social media, Lea pressures Tristan to allow more members into the Wave, but the movement escalates uncontrollably. |
November 1, 2019 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 1, 2019 |
| Last aired | November 1, 2019 |
| Status | ended |