The Wave

The Wave (2018)

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The Wave mixes sun, sea, surf...and stacks of cash. But instead of packing sunscreen, competitors must pack their swimmers as Rylan Clark-Neal sends them off in pairs to battle it out on the Atlantic coast of Portugal in an effort to win the booty.

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E05Episode 5Jan 19, 2018
S01E04Episode 4Jan 18, 2018
S01E03Episode 3Jan 17, 2018
S01E02Episode 2Jan 16, 2018
S01E01Episode 1Jan 15, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Wave' premiere?

'The Wave' premiered on March 1, 2018.

Who is the creator of 'The Wave'?

'The Wave' was created by Peter Thorwarth.

What genre does 'The Wave' belong to?

'The Wave' falls under the genre of drama and thriller.

Where is 'The Wave' set?

'The Wave' is set in a small German town called Heidelberg.

Can you provide a brief plot summary of 'The Wave'?

'The Wave' follows a high school teacher who attempts to demonstrate the dangers of fascism to his students but soon finds himself caught up in a social experiment that spirals out of control.

Which actors play the main characters in 'The Wave'?

The main characters in 'The Wave' are portrayed by J\u00fcrgen Vogel, Frederick Lau, and Max Riemelt.

Is 'The Wave' based on a true story?

Yes, 'The Wave' is loosely based on a real-life experiment conducted by a high school teacher in California in 1967.

How many episodes are there in the first season of 'The Wave'?

The first season of 'The Wave' consists of six episodes.

What language is 'The Wave' predominantly in?

'The Wave' is primarily in the German language.

Which network aired 'The Wave'?

'The Wave' aired on the German network, ProSieben.

Did 'The Wave' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'The Wave' won the Bavarian TV Award for Best Director and was nominated for the German TV Award in the Best Series category.

How was the critical reception of 'The Wave'?

'The Wave' received positive reviews from both audiences and critics, praising its engaging storyline and strong performances.

Is 'The Wave' available for streaming on any platforms?

Yes, 'The Wave' is available for streaming on Netflix.

Does 'The Wave' explore any social or political themes?

Yes, 'The Wave' delves into themes such as conformity, manipulation, and the dangers of authoritarianism.

Did 'The Wave' have any international adaptations?

Yes, 'The Wave' was adapted into an American film called 'The Wave' in 2015, which had a similar storyline but with some changes.

Can you recommend any similar TV shows to 'The Wave'?

If you enjoyed 'The Wave,' you might also enjoy shows like 'Dark,' 'Babylon Berlin,' and 'Deutschland 83.'

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