What Happens at the End of Die Hebamme II?

In the second part of the historical thriller, midwife Gesa succeeds in becoming the first female medical student to be admitted to Vienna's General Hospital. But while Gesa immerses herself in the world of medicine, a gruesome series of murders begins to spread fear and terror among the women.

Hannu Salonen's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Josefine Preuß (Gesa Langwasser)'s journey. But while Gesa immerses herself in the world of medicine, a gruesome series of murders begins to spread fear and terror among the women.

As part of the Die Hebamme Filmreihe, the ending carries additional weight for fans following the franchise.

How Does Josefine Preuß (Gesa Langwasser)'s Story End?

• Josefine Preuß: Josefine Preuß's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Alicia von Rittberg (Lotte Seiler): Alicia von Rittberg's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Genija Rykova (Luise Gottschalk): Genija Rykova's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Die Hebamme II Mean?

Die Hebamme II's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Josefine Preuß may feel rushed. Hannu Salonen's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.