Der achte Tag

A medical doctor who is regarded as a specialist in retort research has been found dead. Science journalist Vera Pukall investigates the alleged suicide and uncovers the ruthless activities of a large pharmaceutical company. She receives help from Dr. Svoboda, of all people, the group's main stockholder.

Cast: Katharina Thalbach, Hans Christian Blech, Heinz Hoenig, Peter Simonischek, Hannelore Elsner, Heinz-Werner Kraehkamp