The History of the RAF(2015)
The History of the RAF Synopsis
In 2014, Germany television network ZDF commissioned a comprehensive TV documentary on the history of the Red Army Faction (RAF). In six 45-minute parts, the series describes the origins, rise, and fall of the terrorist organization "Red Army Faction." Interviewees include Winfried Ridder, former head of department at the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution; Rainer Hofmeyer, former head of department at the Federal Criminal Police Office; and political scientist Dr. Wolfgang Kraushaar.
The History of the RAF (2015) is a documentary series that premiered on January 8, 2015, spanning 1 season and 6 episodes. It stars Andreas Baader, Ulrike Meinhof, Gudrun Ensslin and Astrid Proll. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- First aired:
- 2015-01-08
- Last aired:
- 2015-02-25
The History of the RAF Cast & Crew
Main cast
Andreas Baader
as Self (Archive footage)
Ulrike Meinhof
as Self (Archive footage)
Gudrun Ensslin
as Self (Archive footage)
Astrid Proll
as Self (Interviewee)
Horst Mahler
as Self (Archive footage)
Fritz Teufel
as Self (Archive footage)
Jan-Carl Raspe
as Self (Archive footage)
Holger Meins
as Self (Archive footage)
Brigitte Mohnhaupt
as Self (Archive footage)
Christian Klar
as Self (Archive footage)
- Rudi Dutschke
Rudi Dutschke
as Self (Archive footage)
- Claus Peymann
Claus Peymann
as Self (Inteviewee)
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The History of the RAF Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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The History of the RAF – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream The History of the RAF?
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How many seasons of The History of the RAF are there?
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The History of the RAF has 1 season and 6 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on January 8, 2015.
Is The History of the RAF still running?
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No. The History of the RAF is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on February 25, 2015.
Who is in the cast of The History of the RAF?
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The History of the RAF (2015) stars Andreas Baader, Ulrike Meinhof, Gudrun Ensslin, Astrid Proll and Horst Mahler. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
Is The History of the RAF any good?
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The History of the RAF (2015) is rated 8.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like documentary series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.