The Night of the Generals

Hartmann is Tanz’s driver who becomes increasingly entangled in the murder plot. He is offered desertion as a way out, which he accepts, and he later hides while the conspiracy shifts. His evolving loyalties and risky choices make him a crucial link between wartime crimes and the later investigation.

An Abwehr officer who relentlessly pursues the killer across occupied territories. His evidence points toward powerful generals, but political maneuvering and bureaucracy threaten to derail the case. Grau embodies the tension between duty and the danger of exposing senior figures.

A highly decorated officer fiercely loyal to Hitler, Tanz orchestrates the murders to protect a larger plan and maintain his status. He exudes cold calculation and control, yet his actions eventually unravel as the truth closes in. Faced with exposure, he kills Grau and ultimately takes his own life to avoid consequences.

A senior Wehrmacht commander who is entangled in the plot while maintaining appearances in the military hierarchy. His extramarital affairs reveal personal vulnerabilities amid political machinations. He ultimately contributes to steering the investigation toward the conspirators.

A high-ranking staff officer deeply involved in the anti-Hitler plot, he represents the cold logic of military power used to facilitate treason. His role demonstrates how bureaucratic authority can enable atrocities. His involvement comes to the fore in the 1965 pursuit of accountability.

An Interpol inspector who reconnects with Grau decades after the war and reopens the cold case. He embodies persistent investigative resolve and a commitment to linking wartime crimes with present-day accountability. Morand drives the cross-era pursuit that culminates in a confrontation with Tanz.

The daughter of von Seidlitz-Gabler, she had a relationship with Hartmann and is now estranged from her parents. Her position places her at the intersection of personal history and wartime actions, making her a key conduit between Hartmann and the Seidlitz-Gabler family.

A married woman connected to General von Seidlitz-Gabler, her presence underscores how power and romance intertwine in occupation-era society. She navigates a world of intrigue with sophistication, highlighting manipulation and desire amid military politics.