Tatort, meaning 'Crime Scene', is a German language police procedural television series that has been running since 1970. Being one of the most popular TV shows in Germany, it has had a significant impact on German television culture. Each episode is a standalone story, with the investigations taking place in different cities, each with its own team of detectives. The show's format has allowed it to explore a wide variety of themes and societal issues, making it a significant cultural touchstone in Germany.

Der Tatortreiniger, or 'Crime Scene Cleaner', is a German television series that follows the life of Heiko 'Schotty' Schotte, a man whose job is to clean up crime scenes after the police have completed their investigations. The show is praised for its dark humor and its unique perspective on death and society, often exploring the lives and stories of the deceased through the objects and scenes Schotty encounters during his work.

Dark is a critically-acclaimed German science fiction thriller that premiered on Netflix in 2017. The plot revolves around four interconnected families as they uncover a time travel conspiracy which spans several generations. The series explores the implications of time travel on human nature. Dark is the first German-language Netflix original series and follows an increasing number of German productions being streamed worldwide on the platform.

Babylon Berlin is a German neo-noir television series based on novels by Volker Kutscher. The series takes place in Berlin during the Weimar Republic, starting in 1929. It follows Gereon Rath, a police inspector on assignment from Cologne who is on a secret mission to dismantle an extortion ring, and Charlotte Ritter, police clerk by day, flapper by night, who aspires to become a police inspector. The series provides a rich portrayal of Berlin during a time of societal change and political unrest.

Deutschland 83 is a German-American television series that takes place in Germany during the Cold War. The show follows Martin Rauch, a border patrol guard from East Germany, who is sent to West Germany as a spy for the foreign intelligence service. The show was an international success and was the recipient of numerous awards. It was praised for its historical accuracy and its balanced portrayal of East and West Germany during the Cold War.

Das Boot is a German television series based on the 1973 novel of the same name by Lothar-Günther Buchheim. The plot follows the crew of a U-boat during World War II, as well as the Resistance movement taking place on land. The series is known for its realistic portrayal of the conditions aboard a U-boat, as well as the psychological struggles of the crew. It has been praised for its cinematic quality and its in-depth character studies.

Stromberg is a German mockumentary television series that follows the life of Bernd Stromberg, the bumbling, socially inept boss of the fictional insurance company Capitol. It is often compared to the British TV show 'The Office', as it shares a similar format and sense of humor. Stromberg is widely regarded as one of the most successful German comedy series and has won numerous awards.