The eerie mystery series about migrants aboard a steamship crossing the Atlantic in 1899 was created in Germany, using a cutting-edge virtual production stage at the Babelsberg studios.
Where was 1899 filmed?
1899 was filmed in Germany, at the Babelsberg studios near Berlin.
Every 1899 location, explained
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The studios – Babelsberg
The ship was built on a virtual production stage at Babelsberg, Potsdam.
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The virtual stage – Potsdam
The ocean scenes were created on a huge LED stage in Potsdam.
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The towns – Germany
Some scenes used towns across Germany.
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A haunted crossing
The story follows migrants aboard a steamship crossing the Atlantic.
Planning a visit
Potsdam and Berlin – the show’s real home – are historic, accessible parts of Germany.
1899 Fun Facts
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Filmed in Germany The show used a virtual stage at Babelsberg.
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From the Dark team It came from the creators of the hit series Dark.
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A virtual ocean The sea was created on a huge LED stage.
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A multilingual cast The show features characters speaking many languages.
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A Netflix mystery The series is a puzzle-box period thriller.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was 1899 filmed?
In Germany, at the Babelsberg studios.
Is it set on a ship?
Yes – aboard a steamship crossing the Atlantic.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Potsdam and Berlin are accessible.
Who created it?
The creators of Dark.
When did it air?
2022.
