Preview: “In other circumstances” on ZDF
In “Under Other Circumstances” (ZDF), Inspector Winter searches for a missing boy. The May family receives messages from beyond in “Message from Mama” (Sat.1). On ProSieben, journalist Eddie Brock merges with an alien in “Venom”.
8:15 p.m., ZDF, in different circumstances: all alone, thriller
When eight-year-old Jimmy Russ disappears from a vacation resort on a cold fall evening, investigators are perplexed. There is no lead, no clue, no motive. But the suspicion that it could be an accident, that the boy had drowned in the sea, vanished when Jana (Natalia Wörner) found the strangled family dog. Now they are certain: Jimmy was the victim of a crime. Only: where should we look?
8:15 p.m., Sat. 1, message from mom, drama series
The May family experiences the perfectly normal madness between work stress, teenage problems and a dominating stepmother. Only mother Elli (Jessica Ginkel) seems to keep track of everything – if there wasn’t a catch: Elli died four months ago. With countless messages, she is still present in family life even after her death. Elli has already carefully planned her daughter Lisa’s (Mathilda Smidt) 13th birthday party: her husband just has to follow the instructions in the video.
8:15 p.m., The First, Planet of Love, Animal documentary
The lavishly produced series from the creators of the “Planet Earth” series showcases the most spectacular, bizarre and emotional mating games in the animal kingdom. Never before has the search for a mate and the associated longing to see his legacy live on in future generations been told so intimately. But what do animals do to convince their partners?
8:15 p.m., RTL, who wants to be a millionaire?, quiz show
Germany’s favorite moderator has already convinced in countless shows with his witty manner, which has completely upset many contestants. Fever with the candidates and diligently guess when there is still time today: “Who wants to be a millionaire?”.
10:30 p.m., ZDF, Venom, comedy action
Journalist Eddie Brock (Tom Hardy) hides behind the dark machinations of unscrupulous researcher Dr. Carlton Drake (Riz Ahmed). He plans irresponsible experiments to connect humans to an alien life form. But the symbiotes pursue their own destructive goals. When Brock merges with the alien Venom, the two realize one thing: they must stop Drake.