Germany in the early 19th century. "Die Vermessung der Welt" follows the two brilliant and eccentric scientists Alexander von Humboldt and Carl Friedrich Gauss on their life paths.

Florian David Fitzas Carl Friedrich Gauß
Albrecht Schuchas Alexander von Humboldt
Vicky Kriepsas Johanna Gauss
Jérémy Kaponeas Aimé Bonpland
Katharina Thalbachas Mrs. Gauß
David Krossas Eugen Gauß
Max Giermannas Military Man
Georg Friedrichas Slave Trader
Detlev Buckas Angry Man
Sven Regeneras Natural Scientist I
Sławomir Idziak