Das Boot the film was a masterpiece and this series does it justice. Incredible tension, great acting, great characters, attention to detail, historically accurate, superb direction and a binge worthy plot. Twists and turns, jaw dropping surprises that keep you wanting to watch just one more episode. It's hugely exciting and will have you on the edge of your seat. I just can't praise it enough.
There are 2 main plot lines, the submarine warfare in the North Atlantic, and the domestic situation in La Rochelle. In La Rochelle it's Resistance fighters, mixed loyalties, informants, subterfuge, spies, gestapo, love affairs and life under occupation. In the North Atlantic the claustrophobic terror of submarine warfare, the iron will and ego's of the captains and the skill and courage of their crews. Some of the submarine scenes are absolutely nail biting, and the submarine crews are characters that stay with you long after you've switched off.
This is one of the best series I've seen in ages, absolutely gripping, fingers crossed they make a season 3.
