Marco Girnth leaves Soko Leipzig: An emotional farewell!

Marco Girnth leaves Soko Leipzig: An emotional farewell!

What kind of era is now coming to an end: Marco Girnth has announced his farewell to the popular series “Soko Leipzig”. The 55-year-old, who has been inextricably linked to the role of chief crime commissioner Jan Maybach since the first episode "Escape by timetable" in January 2001, draws a line after over 500 turned episodes. The reason for his farewell is very pragmatic: Girnth wants to trigger changes in his life and is looking for new challenges. As Brisant, it will still be seen in season 26, since the new episodes are already in the box.

The farewell is particularly painful for Girnth from his colleague and mentor, chief crime commissioner Ina Zimmermann - played by Melanie Marschke. "I will miss her very much," admits Girnth. The two of them made a strong band, and there was always a good climate between them without stress or misunderstandings. Zimmermann, who is the only woman in the team, was not only a colleague, but also a girlfriend and grief box.

The development of "Soko Leipzig"

"SOKO Leipzig" has developed into one of the most successful crime series on German television since its premiere in 2001. In 2003/2004 the series was moved from the end of the evening to the main time and regularly inspires more than four million viewers. The stories about the team of investigators, to which Girnth belongs as Jan Maybach, are diverse and have developed over the years. Particularly noteworthy is the development of Ina Zimmermann, who was promoted to boss in episode 327 and thus takes on a key role within the team. The peculiarities of her characters, such as the failed relationship with Milo Janssen or the challenges as a single mother, make the series tangible and exciting for the audience, as well as SPIEGEL.

Chemistry in the team is a central point that contributes to the popularity of the series. Jochen Bartsch as Hajo Trautzschke, who is retiring, handed over the boss by law, and a new generation of investigators has also found her place. In addition to Kim Nowak, who, with her complicated relationship with her father and dance trainer Rico, gains in complexity in season 23, but also Moritz Brenner, who joins Soko because of a criminalization.

A look into the future

For Marco Girnth, this is the conclusion of an important phase of life. He has inspired the audience with his game and presence for many years. The question remains how the series will develop without it; The fans hope for exciting stories and new turns in the classic "Soko" style. Girnth's legacy remains unforgettable due to the many episodes he has filled. His successors will surely be based on his presentation, because the bar is high.

his farewell marks the end of an era, but for the "Soko Leipzig" team and the spectators are waiting for an exciting future with new developments and characters. Life changes also stand for girnth and we are excited to see which new paths he will take. The world of "Soko Leipzig" will no longer be the same without him.