The Illegal(1972)
The Illegal Synopsis
Set against the backdrop of post-war Germany, Der Illegale follows the story of a young man named Stefan who, after being arrested for deserting the army, finds himself in the country’s illegal labor market. As he attempts to start a new life, he faces not only the challenges of survival but also a world where trust is rare, and every action carries immense risks. Through Stefan's journey, the film explores themes of power, survival, and the lengths one will go to in order to escape the clutches of an unforgiving system. The Illegal is a gritty and realistic look at the underbelly of life in a divided Germany during a time of political tension and social upheaval.
The Illegal (1972) is a drama series that premiered on October 1, 1972, spanning 1 season and 3 episodes. It stars Götz George, Vera Tschechowa, Gustav Knuth and Heinz Meier. Viewers rate it 10.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- First aired:
- 1972-10-01
- Last aired:
- 1972-10-07
The Illegal Cast & Crew
Main cast
Götz George
as Nikolai Grunwaldt aka Kurt Blohm
Vera Tschechowa
as Katharina Feldmann
Gustav Knuth
as General Alexander Korotkow
Heinz Meier
as Leberecht
- Franz Rudnick
Franz Rudnick
as Sergejewitsch
Herbert Fleischmann
as Oberst Nowak
Rainer Penkert
as Colonel Berthauld
Friedrich G. Beckhaus
as Swetlakow
Wilfried Klaus
as Erster KGB-Mann
- Rolf Boysen
Rolf Boysen
as Oberleutnant Sergej Mossewnin
Wolfgang Weiser
as Michailoff
- Hans Ulrich
Hans Ulrich
as Tschumakow
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The Illegal Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 10.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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The Illegal – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream The Illegal?
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The Illegal (1972) does not have a confirmed streaming service listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
How many seasons of The Illegal are there?
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The Illegal has 1 season and 3 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on October 1, 1972.
Is The Illegal still running?
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No. The Illegal is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on October 7, 1972.
Who is in the cast of The Illegal?
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The Illegal (1972) stars Götz George, Vera Tschechowa, Gustav Knuth, Heinz Meier and Franz Rudnick. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
Is The Illegal any good?
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The Illegal (1972) is rated 10.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like drama series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.