Raumpatrouille – Die phantastischen Abenteuer des Raumschiffes Orion, also known as Raumpatrouille Orion, and Space Patrol Orion in English, was the first German science fiction television series. Its seven episodes were broadcast by ARD beginning September 17, 1966 six years before Star Trek first aired in West Germany. Being a huge success with several reruns audience ratings went up to 56%. Over the years, the series acquired a distinct cult status in Germany.
Follows the adventures of Lars the little polar bear and his friends Lena the snow hare and Peeps the snow goose with the fun and mischief they get up to in the North Pole, all whilst making interesting discoveries along the way.