Hitlers Helfer

1996 - 1998

Hess - The Deputy

2nd October 1996

Episode 1

This episode, which was the first of the original six-episode first season, explores the life of Rudolf Hess as Hitler's early adherent and loyal follower, his mysterious flight to Scotland in 1941 to attempt to negotiate peace, and his subsequent imprisonment and death at Spandau Prison in 1987.

Dönitz - The Successor

9th October 1996

Episode 2

The episode covers Dönitz rise as Commander-in-Chief of the German Navy (Kriegsmarine) and his role as Hitler's successor.

Goebbels - The Firebrand

16th October 1996

Episode 3

The episode examines the life, career, and psychology of Joseph Goebbels, focusing on his role as the Nazi regime's propaganda maestro.

Göring - The Marshall

30th October 1996

Episode 4

The episode of the documentary series Hitler's Henchmen focusing on Hermann Göring, titled "The Marshal" (or "Goring: The Marshall"), examines his complex personality and career within the Nazi regime.

Himmler - The Executioner

6th November 1996

Episode 5

The episode ultimately paints a portrait of Himmler as a cold, calculating, and unassuming killer who became the cruellest of all of Hitler's helpers.

Speer - The Architect

26th February 1996

Episode 6

The episode of the documentary series Hitler's Henchmen focusing on Albert Speer is titled "Speer - The Architect" (or simply "The Architect"). The synopsis details his role in the Nazi regime and his post-war attempts to distance himself from its worst crimes.

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Christian Brückner

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Guido Knopp

Portraits of important people in Nazi-Germany.

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