New Miniseries 'Hundertdreizehn' Explores Life After a Devastating Bus Accident

The new six-part German-Austrian miniseries "Hundertdreizehn" premiered on October 10, 2025, on the ARD Mediathek, offering a profound look at the aftermath of a severe bus accident. The title references a stark statistic: on average, 113 people are affected by a single traffic accident. This series unravels the complex web of impact by telling the story from multiple perspectives, including victims, relatives, first responders, and investigators. Central to the narrative is Anne Goldmundt, the lead investigator portrayed by Lia von Blarer, who works to piece together the accident's circumstances and consequences.

Directed by Rick Ostermann and scripted by Arndt Stüwe, the miniseries was filmed across Vienna, Cologne, and Berlin. Rather than sensationalizing, it offers deep character development, showcasing how memories, guilt, and the pursuit of truth entwine following the tragedy. Each 45-minute episode highlights different affected individuals, such as the bus driver and victim families, emphasizing the human stories behind the statistics.

All six episodes are available on the ARD Mediathek as of October 10, with televised broadcasts scheduled for October 14 and 15, featuring three episodes each day. "Hundertdreizehn" stands out as a thoughtful exploration of personal and societal challenges stemming from a shared traumatic event, inviting viewers to reflect on the emotional and social repercussions that ripple through a community.