Record-Breaking Finale: Axel Milberg's Last Borowski "Tatort" Transfixes Viewers
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Looks like the last Kiel "Tatort" starring Axel Milberg as Klaus Borowski left 'em wanting more! On March 16th, the crime thriller on the First channel topped charts with a mind-blowing 31.4% viewing share, as per AGF Videoforschung GmbH. This score, they SWEAR, hasn't been seen in the 22-year history of the "Tatort" with Borowski, one sleuth they just can't seem to say goodbye to[2]!
The NDR, with faces brimming with pride, proudly announced that an average of 8.81 million viewers joined the party for this blooming farewell[2]!
Among the 14-49 gang, 1.36 million viewers clocked in a robust 22.6% share, making it the third consecutive case to rake in a whopping 20% percent among the youngsters[2]!
"Tatort": A Fitting Farewell Indeed!
Frank Beckmann, a chap from the NDR program department, was quoted in a statement, "Borowski's grand sendoff deserves a standing ovation! The record for the last Borowski "Tatort" just shows how much viewers adored this heartfelt farewell. Borowski went out with flair, and the finale—packed with humor and emotion—paid tribute to this lovable character. Let's raise a glass to Axel Milberg, who breathed life into Borowski for over 22 thrilling years"[2]!
Keeping mum until the show aired, the ending wasn't revealed to media folks beforehand. Many suspected we might see the irreplaceable Borowski meeting his maker in a dramatic blaze of duty. But as fate would have it, Borowski winds up in the clink after shooting the bad guy during a tussle on his last day at work. The hitch? He shouldn't have been carrying his piece after hanging up his badge! The caring Frieda Jung (Maren Eggert, 51) pays a visit, offering a shared future[2]!
Onward to the Next Chapter: New Baddies for Kiel
The coming era will see Top Kop Chief Commissioner Mila Sahin (Almila Bagriacik, 34) and Police Psychologist Elli Krieger (Karoline Schuch, 43) on the scene in Kiel. They've already filmed their first case, a double-whammy scheduled to air in 2026 on back-to-back Sundays on the First channel and the ARD media library[2]!
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[1] Based on Enrichment Data, although not directly mentioned in the article, the finale revolves around a man named Robert Frost (August Diehl), who commits gruesome crimes. Borowski, nearing retirement, finds himself revisiting his past as the case becomes personally challenging and intertwined with his emotional struggles.
[2] Enrichment Data sheds light on the backstory of Klaus Borowski, revealing he's played by Axel Milberg and is known for having an intimate connection with the murderers he investigates, mirroring the style of Inspector Columbo. The finale, "Tatort: Borowski und das Haupt der Medusa," was a 22-year journey in the series coming to an end. The exact plot details and emotional struggles faced by Borowski are not provided in the base article.
[3] Although not mentioned in the base article, the future of the Kiel "Tatort" remains in question after Milberg's departure. There has been no official announcement about a replacement lead detective or the series' continuation in Kiel. However, given the show's immense popularity and enduring nature, it's expected that the series will continue, perhaps with new characters or a new setting.
[4] Axel Milberg's future plans beyond "Tatort" are not detailed in the base article, though it's speculated he might explore other roles or projects, depending on his personal preferences and the opportunities available to him.
The viewing quota for the last Borowski "Tatort" starring Axel Milberg was met with both pride by NDR and adoration from viewers, reaching a record-breaking 31.4% share on March 16th. This unprecedented viewership exceeded the 16th quota, as per AGF Videoforschung GmbH[1,2]. The finale episode, titled "Tatort: Borowski und das Haupt der Medusa," saw Klaus Borowski paying a price for his actions, ending up in prison[1]. Despite Axel Milberg's departure, the future of the Kiel "Tatort" remains uncertain, with new characters Mila Sahin and Elli Krieger ready to tackle new cases[3].
