We Children from Bahnhof Zoo

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  • Not Rated
  • 2021
  • 1 Season
  • 6.3  (3,349)

We Children from Bahnhof Zoo is a gripping new drama series produced by Amazon Studios, centered around six teenagers in Berlin who find themselves caught up in the world of drugs, sex, and violence. Based on the infamous memoirs of Christiane F, a teenager who struggled with addiction during the 1970s, the series explores themes of trauma, identity, and the allure and danger of youth subcultures.

The series follows 14-year-old Christiane (played by Jana McKinnon) as she navigates a difficult home life with her alcoholic mother and abusive stepfather. Feeling neglected and lonely, Christiane seeks solace in the punk scene, where she befriends a group of fellow misfits, including the glamorous, enigmatic Stella (played by Lena Urzendowsky).

As Christiane becomes increasingly drawn into the world of drug use, she begins to lose herself in a cycle of addiction and despair, leading her down a path of self-destruction that threatens to consume her entirely. Along the way, she and her friends face a series of challenges and hardships, from violent run-ins with drug dealers to struggles with their own identities and self-worth.

The series is a raw, unapologetic look at the realities of addiction and its impact on young people. It confronts viewers with uncomfortable truths about the dangers of drug use and the devastating effects of trauma and neglect, while also highlighting the resilient spirit of the human soul and the power of friendship and community to heal and transform.

Despite its heavy subject matter, We Children from Bahnhof Zoo is a visually stunning show, featuring lush cinematography and a raw, gritty aesthetic that captures the rebellious, anarchic spirit of the punk scene. The performances by the ensemble cast are also exceptional, with McKinnon and Urzendowsky delivering particularly nuanced and powerful performances as Christiane and Stella.

Overall, We Children from Bahnhof Zoo is a must-see series for anyone interested in thought-provoking, socially conscious drama. With its bold subject matter and exceptional execution, it is sure to leave a lasting impression on viewers long after they have finished watching.

We Children from Bahnhof Zoo is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (8 episodes). The series first aired on February 19, 2021.

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Dawn
8. Dawn
February 19, 2021
It's as if the world has stopped. Christiane tries to understand the incomprehensible: Babsi is dead. And the realization of this unbearable loss is the first real feeling that has penetrated Christiane's tough armor for a long time. With nothing left to lose, Christiane gives up on life. Meanwhile, Michi struggles on the streets of Prague and works through his despair over Benno choosing Christiane over him. Stella puts into practice what she learned about capitalism: she becomes a pimp. Christiane lies half dead in a public toilet, an overdose shot in her arm. But Dijan intervenes and Christiane struggles back to life. Her parents search for Christiane all over Berlin and finally find her in her own bed at home. Both know that there is only one solution: Christiane has to get out of the city. Christiane recovers in Eisfelden
When the night comes
7. When the night comes
February 19, 2021
Christiane is completely alone. All her friends are gone
One last hit
6. One last hit
February 19, 2021
Christiane convinces Benno to get clean at home, somewhat awkwardly supported by Christiane's mother. After tortuous days of withdrawals, finally being clean feels incredibly good, being together while sober is eye-opening. And when they leave the house after a week without heroin, they can't wait to tell the clique about their newfound freedom from the drug. Christiane and Benno meet up with their friends and persuade them all they need to get clean. Together. After one final hit at Axel's place, that is. Benno and Christiane's new clean life lasts exactly half a day. But still, in this moment, all is well. The friends lay in each other's arms, dancing together. By the morning, reality hits hard: Axel didn't survive his last hit. The friends are in complete shock. They promise to go to his funeral, but apart from Axel's boss, nobody makes it there
4000 a month
5. 4000 a month
February 19, 2021
A change of heart leads Benno to find Christiane at Frank's. High on love and heroin, they sleep together again. Christiane is now doubly in love and doubly addicted
Letters
4. Letters
February 19, 2021
Christiane has taken her first hit of heroin, experiences an earthquake, and is madly in love with Benno. He's in a bad way though, deep in withdrawal due to lacking funds. In spite of this, and oblivious to Axel's love for her and Michi's secret obsession with Benno, Christiane sleeps with him
Bowie
3. Bowie
February 19, 2021
Berlin is getting ready for the Bowie concert. The friends decide that they absolutely have to go, together! But Christiane misses her father, is angry with her mother and disappointed by the boys in her life. Karin whoeheartedly tries to make Christiane understand why she and her father broke up. Robert is suffering from the separation too, but thanks to his new business idea based in Thailand, he finds hope. Benno, who Christiane has gotten closer to, quits his apprenticeship and starts shooting up. Feeling isolated from her friends, Christiane stays clean and works hard at school. Stella has moved in with G
Christmas
2. Christmas
February 19, 2021
Finally, Christiane feels like she belongs, with her new group of friends. Things between Christiane and Matze heat up and happy times have returned at home, too: Karin is pregnant and the family is excited. Stella gets a job offer from pet shop owner G
Puppies
1. Puppies
February 19, 2021
Christiane is riding an elevator when it crashes. She survives
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Where to Watch We Children from Bahnhof Zoo
We Children from Bahnhof Zoo is available for streaming on the Amazon Studios website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch We Children from Bahnhof Zoo on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    February 19, 2021
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (3,349)