About

Known credits:
32
Birthday:
1899-11-24
Place of birth:
Wien, Austria
Website:
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Norbert Schiller

Overview

Norbert Schiller, Born in Vienna, Austria on November 24, 1899, Norbert Schiller embarked on a successful acting career that spanned across continents and mediums. Schiller's early life is shrouded in some mystery. We know he was born in Vienna and entered the world of acting at a young age, captivating audiences with his natural stage presence and expressive voice. He honed his skills in the vibrant Viennese theater scene, eventually graduating to prominent roles in both Austria and Germany.

The allure of Hollywood beckoned in the 1920s, leading Schiller to relocate to Los Angeles and pursue opportunities in American film. He quickly found success, appearing in numerous films throughout the silent and early sound eras. His versatility allowed him to portray a wide range of characters, from charming heroes to cunning villains, captivating audiences with his nuanced performances.

Schiller's career continued to flourish throughout the mid-20th century. He divided his time between film and television, appearing in popular shows like "The Twilight Zone" and "Alfred Hitchcock Presents." He also continued to work in theater, both on Broadway and in regional productions.

Known for

Acting

1979 Tales from the Vienna Woods Actor Rittmeister 59
Average
1978 End of the Game Actor Dr. Hungertobel 58
Average
1977 The World's Greatest Lover Actor Captain 58
Average
1976 Dynasty Actor Ernst Schmidt 59
Average
1975 The Man in the Glass Booth Actor Dr. Schmidt 59
Average
1974 Young Frankenstein Actor Emcee at Frankenstein's Show 76
Good
1974 Nightmare Actor Albert 58
Average
1969 Wake Me When the War Is Over Actor 58
Average
1966 Torn Curtain Actor Professor Gutman (uncredited) 62
Fair
1965 Morituri Actor Steward 60
Fair
1964 36 Hours Actor Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited) 60
Fair
1962 Hitler Actor Jodrg Schönberg 58
Average
1961 Judgment at Nuremberg Actor Waiter (uncredited) 71
Good
1961 Operation Eichmann Actor Uri Goldmann 58
Average
1959 The Blue Angel Actor Landlord (uncredited) 58
Average
1958 Frankenstein 1970 Actor Shuter 58
Average
1958 The Return of Dracula Actor Bellack Gordal (uncredited) 58
Average
1958 The Young Lions Actor German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited) 60
Fair
1958 Outcasts of the City Actor Doctor N/A
N/A
1957 Witness for the Prosecution Actor Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited) 75
Good
1957 The Girl in the Kremlin Actor Ivan Brubof 58
Average
1955 Kismet Actor Beggar (uncredited) 58
Average
1955 The Racers Actor Dehlgreen 58
Average
1951 The Thing from Another World Actor Dr. Lorenz 63
Fair
1949 Thieves' Highway Actor Mr. Polansky 61
Fair
1948 Sealed Verdict Actor Slava Rodal 59
Average
1948 Berlin Express Actor Saxophone Player 59
Average
1947 The Exile Actor Messenger (uncredited) 59
Average
1947 Riff-Raff Actor Henchman (uncredited) 59
Average
1941 Underground Actor Blind News Vendor 59
Average
1940 Escape to Glory Actor Submarine First Officer 59
Average
1939 The Hunchback of Notre Dame Actor Saturn (uncredited) 62
Fair