Zur See

Season

1977

8.2

The nine episodes of 'Zur See' illuminate everyday life between sea and shore on board the m/v "Fichte", sailing under the flag of DSR, East Germany's merchant shipping company. Based on real events, interpersonal problems within the crew are discussed as well as decisions and manoeuvres in everyday working life on the high seas.

Episode List

S1 • E1

Die Bewährung

The trading ship "MS Fichte" got some new crew members. A new captain, as well as a cook who never set foot on a ship before. An accident, an error in the ships engine becomes a stress test for this new crew.

S1 • E2

Die Hochzeitsüberraschung

The "MS Fichte" can not take off without a radio operator. As the young radio operator Peterson comes back ashore, he would like to help. To do that he would have to again postpone his wedding. The captain searches for a compromise.

S1 • E3

Der Ladungsbrand

Although the seaman Winfried is new on the "MS Fichte", the captain entrusts him with the loading work. Wilfried leaves his post to fetch water for the dockers. This leads to a fire that causes great damage.

S1 • E4

Die Kollision

S1 • E5

Ruf an Rügenradio

Winfried falls seriously ill on a voyage. A small scratch on his head turns out to be a life-threatening brain injury. Captain Karstens does everything he can to save Winfried's life. A chain of international solidarity actions begins.