Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 7.0/10
Selling Hitler
Overview
In 1981, Gerd Heidemann, a bloodhound reporter for the German magazine Stern, believes he's stumbled onto the greatest literary find of the century: the personal diaries of Adolf Hitler. Shrouded in secrecy, Heidemann and the men of Stern attempt to pull off the greatest scoop in publishing history, blinded by their greed to the fact that the diaries are, in fact, crude forgeries.
This production, originally released in 1991, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Comedy and Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Jonathan Pryce
Gerd Heidemann
Alexei Sayle
Konrad 'Conny' Fischer
Alison Doody
Gina Heidemann
Julie T. Wallace
Edith Lieblang
Richard Wilson
Henri Nannen
Olivier Pierre
Peter Koch
Philip Fox
Leo Pesch
Peter Capaldi
Thomas Walde
Seasons
Miniseries
5 Episodes • Aired 1991-06-11
In 1981, Gerd Heidemann, a bloodhound reporter for the German magazine Stern, believes he's stumbled onto the greatest literary find of the century: the personal diaries of Adolf Hitler. Shrouded in secrecy, Heidemann and the men of Stern attempt to pull off the greatest scoop in publishing history, blinded by their greed to the fact that the diaries are, in fact, crude forgeries.
