Last Episode's Wrap-up: Walter Koch and Margarita Broich Call it Quits after 19 Cases in 2024's "Tatort"
Fans of the Hessischer Rundfunk's "Tatort" series, featuring Anna Janneke and Paul Brix, portrayed by Margarita Broich and Walter Koch, respectively, will be bidding farewell to their favorite detectives as they conclude their 19-case journey in 2024. Although the filming for the final assignment has been completed, no official release date has been announced yet for "Es grünt so grün, wenn Frankfurt's Berge blüh'n."
Investigating Together since 2014
Broich expressed that her Frankfurt "Tatort" adventures have been pure joy and announced her decision to move on to different projects, including more theater and photography, alongside Koch. The duo, who share a history of working together in theater, revealed that they wanted to say their goodbyes together.
"Es war eine seidene und erfreuliche Reise, die vielen Jahren währte." - Wolfram Koch
Walter Koch shared his gratitude for the enriching experience, describing their journey as "a wonderful, long-lasting trip." Koch expressed his appreciation towards their viewers and announced his eagerness for new opportunities: "I am moving on, looking forward to the adventures that lie ahead."
Searching for Successors
The franchise will continue to operate in Frankfurt am Main, with a new team yet to be selected. The choice of new detectives to replace Broich and Koch will be made at the beginning of 2024. The previous main investigators, Frank Steier, played by Joachim Król, and his partner Nina Kunzendorf, ruled the Frankfurt "Tatort" roost from 2011 to 2015.
Switching roles and keeping up with the dynamic world of crime investigation, the "Tatort" series never fails to captivate fans and keep them on their toes.
(Enrichment Data: Although no information on whom the new detectives will be is provided, it's a common and exciting event within the "Tatort" series. It's anticipated that the producers and management of the show will make an official announcement as soon as possible.)