Berlin 1933 – Diary of a Metropolis

Season 1

The year 1933, the year of the advent of the Third Reich, told from excerpts of writings, diaries, letters, speeches or press articles and accompanied by archival images of Berlin of the time. The words of diplomats, journalists, intellectuals, trade unionists, Nazi dignitaries or political opponents are mixed with those of ordinary Berliners - Hitler supporters, apolitical, Jewish - to nourish this chronicle of a fateful year of change.

Where to Watch Berlin 1933 – Diary of a Metropolis • Season 1

3 Episodes

Episode 1
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Episode 1As the new year dawns, Berlin is fractured and divided. Street battles intensify, and cracks deepen as the National Socialists have become the strongest party in Germany.
Episode 2
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Episode 2Now Reich chancellor, Hitler embarks on a push to consolidate power. He begins to purge government ministries and the civil service, and takes control of the press and radio.
Episode 3
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Episode 3Hitler stages a grand celebration at Nuremberg, while Germany becomes increasingly isolated abroad. Berlin stands in stark contrast to its former self 12 months ago.