Norbert Schiller

Norbert Schiller

  • Birthday: 1899-11-24
  • Deathday: 1988-01-08
  • Place of birth: Wien, Austria

Biography

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.

Filmography

Frankenstein 1970

1958

As Shuter

Thieves' Highway

1949

As Mr. Polansky

End of the Game

1975

As Dr. Hungertobel

Hitler

1962

As Jodrg Schönberg

Tales from the Vienna Woods

1979

As Rittmeister

Sealed Verdict

1948

As Slava Rodal

Witness for the Prosecution

1957

As Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited)

Judgment at Nuremberg

1961

As Waiter (uncredited)

Young Frankenstein

1974

As Emcee at Frankenstein's Show

Dynasty

1976

As Ernst Schmidt

Escape to Glory

1940

As Submarine First Officer

The Thing from Another World

1951

As Dr. Lorenz

Underground

1941

As Blind News Vendor

Morituri

1965

As Steward

Torn Curtain

1966

As Professor Gutman (uncredited)

The Racers

1955

As Dehlgreen

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

1939

As Saturn (uncredited)

The Exile

1947

As Messenger (uncredited)

Nightmare

1974

As Albert

Berlin Express

1948

As Saxophone Player

The Man in the Glass Booth

1975

As Dr. Schmidt

Riff-Raff

1947

As Henchman (uncredited)

The Girl in the Kremlin

1957

As Ivan Brubof

Outcasts of the City

1958

As Doctor

Operation Eichmann

1961

As Uri Goldmann

The Return of Dracula

1958

As Bellack Gordal (uncredited)

36 Hours

1964

As Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)

The Young Lions

1958

As German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)

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