: Germany has a highly developed "synchronization culture" where dubbing is treated as an art form. High-quality dubs are essential for historical dramas like this to maintain the formal tone of the Victorian era, often using "Theatersprech" (theatrical speech) to ensure clarity and emotional impact.
Though the series began in Canada in 2008, it didn't premiere on German television until 2021 on the Sony Channel (now AXN White) and the free-to-air channel ONE .
: A hallmark of Season 1 is the inclusion of famous figures like Nikola Tesla , Arthur Conan Doyle , and Prince Alfred , which adds a layer of historical "Easter eggs" for the audience.