Ep 3. Episode 3
- October 20, 2017
- 45 min
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7.6 (1,048)
In Episode 3 of Babylon Berlin's first season, Detective Inspector Gereon Rath continues to pursue his investigation into the blackmail scheme involving wealthy industrialist König and the seedy underworld of 1929 Berlin. A new lead has emerged as Rath and his colleagues discover a young woman who may have been involved with König before her untimely death.
Meanwhile, Charlotte Ritter continues to strive for a better life and a higher status in society, working as a stenographer by day and a flapper dancer by night. She encounters a wealthy businessman who offers her a seemingly glamorous opportunity, but she soon realizes the dangers of getting involved with the elite.
The political upheaval of the time is also addressed in Episode 3, as the Communist party of Germany becomes more active and radical. The police department's anti-Communist division clashes with a group of protestors, leading to violence and tension on the streets.
As the various plotlines and characters intersect and collide, the atmosphere of intrigue and danger continue to ramp up in Babylon Berlin. The historic setting of the Weimar Republic and the city's many contradictions are brought to life through stunning visuals and gripping storytelling. Alliances shift, secrets are revealed, and no one is safe in this thrilling episode of the acclaimed series.