Netflix Unveils Its New Spy Thriller Series From Germany ‘Unfamiliar’

Netflix Germany has been on a hotstreak in recent years. by bending one’s mind dark For the historic action of savage and the strange charm of cleo and sublime period drama Maharani (Expiring in 2026). Next in the pipeline is a high-stakes spy thriller that fans should be familiar with black pigeonWho was it Known under its working title bone castle.

now officially titled StrangerThe limited series comes from production powerhouse Gaumont savage And hip. The series promises a mix of high-octane action and intense relationship drama set in Berlin.

Filming first began in Berlin in October 2024, and after a long wait, Netflix has finally confirmed that the series will arrive globally in early 2026.

Here’s everything you need to know about it Stranger On Netflix.

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when will it happen Stranger Will it be released on Netflix?

Netflix has officially confirmed this Stranger will be released globally Thursday, 5 February 2026. The series will consist of six episodes. there was a series Expected to decline in 2025 As part of Next up on Netflix Germany’s offerings for the yearbut ultimately pushed back.

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what is the plot of Stranger?

The series was developed under the working title bone castle. It was created and written by paul quotesWith additional writing credits for Kim Zimmerman and Alexander Seibt.

The story revolves around the concept of “safe house” with a domestic twist. This feels like a gritty, Berlin-based spin Mr and Mrs Smith Trope, where detective duties collide with marital conflicts.

Here’s the official synopsis for it Stranger: :

Hidden in the heart of Berlin, former spies Simon and Meret run a safe house known as ‘The Nest’. It is a refuge for those who should not be found. When their pent-up danger resurfaces, they find themselves hiding from assassins, Russian agents, the BND, former lovers, and a whole host of people they’ve wronged – all while trying to keep their marriage together.

The stakes rise when they are exposed, putting not only their lives in danger, but their daughter’s life as well.

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who is in the cast of Stranger?

Netflix has assembled a strong cast for the series, led by Suzanne Wolfe (Sissy and me) And felix kramer (dogs of berlin).

Here are the complete details of the cast and the characters they played:

• Suzanne Wolfe Meret Schaefer as (former spy/wife)
• felix kramer Simon as Schaefer (former detective/husband)
• Maja Bones as nina
• Andreas Pietschmann (Dark, 1899) as Jonas Auken
• Henry Hubchen as Gregor Klein
• Natalia Belitsky as katya
• samuel finzi as Joseph Colive
• genija raikova as Vera Koleva
• Ananda Batbliag Chuluunbaatar as yule
• laurence roop (savage) as Ben
• seneb saleh as julika
• Sina Martens as alice
• Aaron Altars (unconventional)

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Behind the scenes: production and crew

The series is produced by the German branch gaumontA historic film company that also includes a library hip, NarcosAnd fifth element.

• Showrunner/Head Writer: Paul Coates (Red Election, St. Jude’s, Love Lies Bleeding)
• Director: Lennart Ruff and Philipp Leinman
• Executive Producer: Andreas Beris and Sabine de Mardt
• Cinematography: Christian Stangsinger
• production design: myrna wolfe

And now, all the first photos showcasing the show’s upcoming season along with notable Berlin locations:

Are you going to check? Stranger When will it be on Netflix February 5th? Let us know in the comments.