FormatBiz | NENT Group launches We Children from Bahnhof Zoo as next Viaplay Original

Nordic Entertainment Group (NENT Group), the Nordic region's leading streaming company, will premiere the German-language drama series We Children from Bahnhof Zoo as its next Viaplay Original. A powerful tale of six teenagers who find each other in the intoxicating clubs and underground parties of Berlin, the show is based on the bestselling autobiography by Christiane F., which was previously made into an acclaimed cult film featuring David Bowie. We Children from Bahnhof Zoo will launch on NENT Group's Viaplay streaming service in spring 2021.

First published in 1979, Christiane F.'s uncompromising account of her years as a teenage drug addict and prostitute, and of the youth culture around Berlin's Zoologischer Garten station, triggered a public debate in Germany and beyond. We Children from Bahnhof Zoo brings together a talented cast of first-time actors for a series-length adaptation that explores its characters' struggles, friendships and search for identity.

Filippa Wallestam, NENT Group Chief Content Officer: "This is an unbelievably powerful story about growing up that is both difficult viewing and beautifully told at the same time. In particular, I found the depiction of young girls' vulnerability as they take their first steps into adulthood very moving. This year, our originals have won awards, been shown around the world and attracted more viewers than ever. Ambitious and unique shows like We Children from Bahnhof Zoo are just a taste of what's in store for Viaplay audiences in 2021."

The eight-part series (German title: Wir Kinder Vom Bahnhof Zoo; Swedish title: `Vi barn från Bahnhof Zoo') stars Jana McKinnon, Lea Drinda, Jeremias Meyer, Michelangelo Fortuzzi, Lena Urzendowsky and Bruno Alexander, and is written by Annette Hess (Weissensee). Philipp Kadelbach, who helmed the International Emmy Award-winning Generation War, is the series' director and creative producer.

We Children from Bahnhof Zoo is produced by Constantin Television in co-production with Amazon and in co-operation with NENT Group. Additional co-producers are Wilma Film and Cattleya. The series has received support from Creative Europe MEDIA.