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Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police

TV Show TV-14 1996 45m/ep 6.6 /10 Returning
RTL A RTL Original
Created by Hermann Joha, Claude Cueni

Alarm for Cobra 11 follows a tight knit duo patrolling Germany's motorways, dealing with crashes, smugglers, and high speed chases that turn a routine drive into a tight squeeze. The two officers work as a unit, balancing brisk wit with practical grit as they chase suspects, clear mistaken... Read more

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About Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police

Alarm for Cobra 11 follows a tight knit duo patrolling Germany's motorways, dealing with crashes, smugglers, and high speed chases that turn a routine drive into a tight squeeze. The two officers work as a unit, balancing brisk wit with practical grit as they chase suspects, clear mistaken identities, and keep busy highways from spiraling out of control. The show started in Berlin before moving its action to North Rhine-Westphalia, reflecting shifts in setting as new cases and driving culture fold into the patrol. The tone blends suspense with light hearted banter, never losing sight of the danger on the road. The twists are kept under wraps, focusing on character and adrenaline over spoilers.

Created by Hermann Joha and Claude Cueni, Alarm for Cobra 11 first hit German screens in 1996. The show builds its premise around a two man patrol unit, a setup that became its signature and anchor across years. Its production emphasizes practical stunts and car sequences.

Over the years the series grew into a recognizable German action drama blend known for car chases on busy autobahns and a durable buddy dynamic between Semir Gerkhan and his partner. Its longevity helped popularize a practical, character driven street level police show across Europe. The show's high speed sequences and consistent cast helped set a template for action oriented procedural formats in German television and beyond.

Critics often note the show's balance of tension and humor and its focus on teamwork under pressure. Central themes include loyalty, professional duty, and the unpredictable moral gray areas of patrol work, all delivered through tight storytelling that keeps action and dialogue brisk without overindulging in sentiment. Viewers also respond to the steady chemistry between the leads and the sense that the road itself is a character.

Box office figures do not apply to this TV series, so there are no worldwide grosses to report. Its reach comes from viewer ratings, syndication and international broadcasts rather than cinema results. The format has proven adaptable to different markets and time slots.

Details

Release Date
March 12, 1996
Episode Length
45m
Rating
TV-14
User Ratings
126 votes
Type
TV Series
Seasons
50
Episodes
387
Network
RTL
Status
Returning Series
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Action & Adventure
Country
Germany
Studio
action concept +1 more
External Links
View on IMDB

Cast

Erdoğan Atalay

Erdoğan Atalay

Semir Gerkhan

Gizem Emre

Gizem Emre

Dana Gerkhan

Nicolas Wolf

Nicolas Wolf

Max Tauber

Pia Stutzenstein

Pia Stutzenstein

Victoriy "Vicky" Reisinger

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Sascha Star

Miloš Kovač

Created by: Hermann Joha, Claude Cueni

Seasons (50 seasons, 387 episodes)

Season 1

Season 1

9 episodes - 1996

Season 2

Season 2

6 episodes - 1997

Season 3

Season 3

6 episodes - 1997

Season 4

Season 4

10 episodes - 1998

Season 5

Season 5

8 episodes - 1998

Season 6

Season 6

8 episodes - 1999

Season 7

Season 7

11 episodes - 1999

Season 8

Season 8

5 episodes - 2000

Season 9

Season 9

6 episodes - 2001

Season 10

Season 10

6 episodes - 2001

Season 11

Season 11

8 episodes - 2002

Season 12

Season 12

9 episodes - 2002

Season 13

Season 13

5 episodes - 2003

Season 14

Season 14

9 episodes - 2003

Season 15

Season 15

9 episodes - 2004

Season 16

Season 16

10 episodes - 2004

Season 17

Season 17

8 episodes - 2005

Season 18

Season 18

5 episodes - 2005

Season 19

Season 19

7 episodes - 2006

Season 20

Season 20

12 episodes - 2006

Season 21

Season 21

8 episodes - 2007

Season 22

Season 22

7 episodes - 2007

Season 23

Season 23

7 episodes - 2008

Season 24

Season 24

9 episodes - 2008

Season 25

Season 25

6 episodes - 2009

Season 26

Season 26

9 episodes - 2009

Season 27

Season 27

6 episodes - 2010

Season 28

Season 28

7 episodes - 2010

Season 29

Season 29

6 episodes - 2011

Season 30

Season 30

9 episodes - 2011

Season 31

Season 31

7 episodes - 2012

Season 32

Season 32

5 episodes - 2012

Season 33

Season 33

10 episodes - 2013

Season 34

Season 34

7 episodes - 2013

Season 35

Season 35

7 episodes - 2014

Season 36

Season 36

7 episodes - 2014

Season 37

Season 37

8 episodes - 2015

Season 38

Season 38

9 episodes - 2015

Season 39

Season 39

7 episodes - 2016

Season 40

Season 40

12 episodes - 2016

Season 41

Season 41

7 episodes - 2017

Season 42

Season 42

13 episodes - 2017

Season 43

Season 43

6 episodes - 2018

Season 44

Season 44

11 episodes - 2018

Season 45

Season 45

7 episodes - 2019

Season 46

Season 46

10 episodes - 2019

Season 47

Season 47

6 episodes - 2020

Season 48

Season 48

8 episodes - 2021

Season 49

Season 49

3 episodes - 2022

Season 50

Season 50

6 episodes - 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police is not currently available to stream, rent, or buy online in the US. Check back later for updates.

Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police has 50 seasons with a total of 387 episodes.

With a rating of 6.6/10 from 126 viewers, Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police is considered decent by viewers and may be worth checking out.

Alarm for Cobra 11 follows a tight knit duo patrolling Germany's motorways, dealing with crashes, smugglers, and high speed chases that turn a routine drive into a tight squeeze. The two officers work as a unit, balancing brisk wit with practical grit as they chase suspects, clear mistaken identi...

Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police stars Erdoğan Atalay, Gizem Emre, Nicolas Wolf, Pia Stutzenstein, and Sascha Star.

Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police was created by Hermann Joha and Claude Cueni.

Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police was released on March 12, 1996.

Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police is a Drama, Comedy, and Action & Adventure series.

Erdoğan Atalay plays Semir Gerkhan.

Gizem Emre portrays Dana Gerkhan.

Sascha Star plays Miloš Kovač.

The series is set in Berlin and later in North Rhine-Westphalia.