Das Boot

I've got no problem with updates, re-interpretations or for that matter complete revisions of prior works and narratives. In my mind it is perfectly fine to take a Shakespeare play and tell it a completely different way.

That said this "sequel" to Das Boot is absolutely terrible. it is simply a strange soap opera.

Then go watch Das Boot! If you are a big fan of the 80's original movie or the books it's loosely based on - this is probably not your thing and you'd better skip it. Is it historical correct? Definitely not. Does it have the usual agenda concerning LGBT and female main characters, which is apparently mandatory nowadays? It does. But much more important is what else it is: it's suspenseful, entertaining, heart-warming, exceptionally well acted by the entire cast and the set and scenery is incredibly detailed and artistic. That's just perfect entertainment!

I have no idea why so many bad reviews. It's not like the original, so what . The cast, the settings and attention to detail is top notch. Good story lines far better than most programs available. Yes I like it .

At all costs avoid the negative reviews of this series because what i have seen is worthwhile viewing.

This was never intended as a continuation the original Das Boot movie of 1981.

Its a new crew and boat set in 1942 so some 9 months after the movies timeline.

I found the two storylines, one on land and the other on the U boat worked.

They are tied in and merge at the end and both hold your interest and the point of difference made a more compelling experience.

The Uboat storylines had twists and turns and were well acted by a young but convincing cast.

The interior sub scenes were filmed in the same interior mockup used in U571 and the same level of authenticity comes across.

Please make a second series!

Richard Howell

Just saw ep1 and its not that bad. should have another name, has nothing to do with the original from 1981.