Berlin, early 1933: Democracy is being dismantled step by step, and political opponents and Jews are becoming targets of Nazi terror. Set against the historical backdrop of the fifth season of the cult series *Babylon Berlin*, this accompanying documentary follows seven individuals from diverse political camps—ranging from journalist Gabriele Tergit and Communist leader Ernst Thälmann to financial expert Hjalmar Schacht and Police President Magnus von Levetzow. Their hopes, fears, and decisions reveal how rapidly the rule of law was undermined and how careers took shape in the shadow of the new dictatorship. Elaborately colorized archival footage and animations vividly bring the Berlin of those weeks back to life—while simultaneously offering a perspective on present-day political developments that raise unresolved questions.

Dr. Forster is keeping explosive details about his hospital patient, Hitler, under wraps. Charlotte suspects that the Nazis want to eliminate the psychiatrist—just as they do all their opponents. More and more people are disappearing. "Nationalist forces" are taking over the castle. At home, Charlotte discovers Gereon's explosive legacy. There is still no sign of him. On stage at the Mikado Bar, Charlotte dances to overcome her fears.