The Protector
Released 5 years ago in 2021. The Protector is a thriller/action film. directed by Philipp Osthus. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tobias Oertel, Marlene Tanczik, and Slavko Popadic
Synopsis
Jan Schäfer is a personal security officer at the BKA. Fiona Weibel, the key witness currently under Schäfer’s protection, has to testify before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea in Hamburg. Particularly delicate: Fiona works in the management of a Swiss shipping company and is said to be using insider knowledge to heavily incriminate her own employer. The shipping company is accused of illegally transporting toxic substances, disguised as fertilizers, to Syria, where they are used to produce toxic gas. To keep Fiona safe until the trial, Schäfer and his colleague Yannick take her into their custody. But as soon as they pick up the witness at the airport, they realize they are being followed. Through a clever diversionary maneuver, they manage to escape the pursuers. But is that enough to get Fiona to safety? The trio threatens to be discovered and the operation exposed. Is the witness playing a double game? Or is there even a leak in the ranks of their own colleagues?
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 4, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tobias Oertel
as Jan Schäfer
Marlene Tanczik
as Fiona Weibel
Slavko Popadic
as Marco Lansing
Sabrina Amali
as Rasha
Henning Hartmann
as Martin Jörgensen
Anne Müller
as Claire Beerenberg
Stephan Schad
as BKA Chef Ihlenburg
Errol Trotman-Harewood
as Richter Amadou Cissé
Pia-Leokadia Bucindika
as Aybi
Aziz Dyab
as Hamsa
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Wüste Medien
- ARD
- ARD Degeto
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Protector about?
Jan Schäfer is a personal security officer at the BKA. Fiona Weibel, the key witness currently under Schäfer’s protection, has to testify before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Se...
Who directed The Protector?
The Protector was directed by Philipp Osthus.
How long is The Protector?
The Protector has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Protector released?
The Protector was released on October 4, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Protector?
The main cast of The Protector includes Tobias Oertel, Marlene Tanczik, Slavko Popadic, Sabrina Amali, Henning Hartmann.