"The Boy Who Dared" tells the true story of a young German boy named Helmuth Hübener, who was executed for distributing anti-Nazi leaflets during World War II.
The story focuses on Helmuth and the people who knew him, such as his parents, friends, and the Nazi officials who persecuted him. It does not include a character named Werner Kranz.
It's possible you're thinking of someone else, or perhaps you've misremembered the name. Could you please clarify your question or provide more context?