In a 1930s Berlin, the infamous criminal Dr. Mabuse, considered a genius of evil, has returned from his confinement. Now, although tormented by madness, he has managed to dictate a diabolical plan from his deathbed. A group of criminals gathers to carry out his legacy, unleashing chaos in the city with a series of crimes that defy law and order. On the other hand, Detective Kriminalkommissar Lessing finds himself in an intense race against time. Obsessed with unraveling the mystery surrounding Mabuse, Lessing immerses himself in a dark world of conspiracies and unleashed passions.
Mabuse’s fascination with power and domination has become a sort of cult among his followers, who are willing to heed his instructions, even if it means surrendering to madness. As Lessing delves deeper into Mabuse's twisted mind, he uncovers concepts that challenge reality and invoke themes of mind manipulation and social control. Against the backdrop of a Berlin teetering on the brink of political and social abyss, Lessing confronts not only the criminals but also his own fears and desires. The intense atmosphere of tension escalates with each revelation, leading us to a surprising climax that raises unsettling questions about the nature of evil and human vulnerability in a decaying world.