For Heaven's Sake
A Das Erste Original
At the heart of this TV series sits Sister Hanna, a lively and sharp witted nun who uses humor and charisma to shake up a small town. She takes charge of Kaltenthal Cloister and turns it into a buzzing shelter for people in need, offering help and a sense of belonging. Her leadership brings... Read more
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About For Heaven's Sake
At the heart of this TV series sits Sister Hanna, a lively and sharp witted nun who uses humor and charisma to shake up a small town. She takes charge of Kaltenthal Cloister and turns it into a buzzing shelter for people in need, offering help and a sense of belonging. Her leadership brings energy and unexpected solutions to a community that once felt quiet and predictable. Her bold approach often puts her at odds with the town mayor, Wolfgang Wöller, a rival whose routines Hanna disrupts with practical smarts and a touch of provocation. The show blends family ties, crime intrigue, and everyday documentary style to explore moral choices and real life dilemmas.
Directed by Ulrich König, the 2002 TV series presents a hybrid tone that sits between humor and social drama. The production threads together intimate character moments with community portraits, reflecting its roots in observational storytelling.
Culturally the show stands out for its portrayal of a resilient convent community that engages with a sleepy town rather than retreating from it. Sister Hanna becomes a memorable symbol of resourceful kindness and moral pragmatism in a setting that mixes comedy with real world concerns.
Reception centers on its balance of light banter, family dynamics, and hints of crime, all framed by a documentary style that invites scrutiny of everyday ethics. The show treats community support as both a source of humor and a vehicle for character growth.
Details
- Release Date
- January 08, 2002
- Rating
- NR
- User Ratings
- 2 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 20
- Episodes
- 264
- Network
- Das Erste
- Status
- Ended
- Genres
- Comedy, Family, Drama, Crime, Documentary
- Country
- Germany
- Studio
- MDR +4 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Cast
Fritz Wepper
Wolfgang Wöller
Andrea Sihler
Hildegard Hähnlein
Andrea Wildner
Marianne Laban
Lars Weström
Anton Meier
Emanuela von Frankenberg
Agnes Schwandt
Janina Hartwig
Hanna Jakobi
Karin Gregorek
Felicitas Meier
Wolfgang Müller
Hermann Huber
Denise M'Baye
Lela
Romina Küper
Sina
Director: Ulrich König
Seasons (20 seasons, 264 episodes)
Season 1
13 episodes - 2002
Season 2
13 episodes - 2003
Season 3
13 episodes - 2004
Season 4
13 episodes - 2005
Season 5
13 episodes - 2006
Season 6
13 episodes - 2007
Season 7
13 episodes - 2008
Season 8
14 episodes - 2008
Season 9
13 episodes - 2010
Season 10
14 episodes - 2010
Season 11
13 episodes - 2012
Season 12
14 episodes - 2012
Season 13
13 episodes - 2014
Season 14
14 episodes - 2014
Season 15
13 episodes - 2016
Season 16
13 episodes - 2017
Season 17
13 episodes - 2018
Season 18
13 episodes - 2019
Season 19
13 episodes - 2020
Season 20
13 episodes - 2021
