
Norbert Schiller
Personal Info
Known for
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1899-11-24
Day of Death
1988-01-08 (88 years old)
Place of Birth
Wien, Austria
Norbert Schiller
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.
Known For
Acting
(1979)
Tales from the Vienna Woods
as Rittmeister
(1978)
End of the Game
as Dr. Hungertobel
(1977)
The World's Greatest Lover
as Captain
(1976)
Dynasty
as Ernst Schmidt
(1975)
The Man in the Glass Booth
as Dr. Schmidt
(1974)
Young Frankenstein
as Emcee at Frankenstein's Show
(1974)
Nightmare
as Albert
(1969)
(1966)
Torn Curtain
as Professor Gutman (uncredited)
(1965)
Morituri
as Steward
(1964)
36 Hours
as Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)
(1962)
Hitler
as Jodrg Schönberg
(1961)
Judgment at Nuremberg
as Waiter (uncredited)
(1961)
Operation Eichmann
as Uri Goldmann
(1959)
The Blue Angel
as Landlord (uncredited)
(1958)
The Young Lions
as German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)
(1958)
The Return of Dracula
as Bellack Gordal (uncredited)
(1958)
Frankenstein 1970
as Shuter
(1958)
Outcasts of the City
as Doctor
(1957)
Witness for the Prosecution
as Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited)
(1957)
The Girl in the Kremlin
as Ivan Brubof
(1955)
Kismet
as Beggar (uncredited)
(1955)
The Racers
as Dehlgreen
(1951)
The Thing from Another World
as Dr. Lorenz
(1949)
Thieves' Highway
as Mr. Polansky
(1948)
Sealed Verdict
as Slava Rodal
(1948)
Berlin Express
as Saxophone Player
(1947)
Sinbad the Sailor
as Timekeeper (uncredited)
(1947)
Riff-Raff
as Henchman (uncredited)
(1947)
The Exile
as Messenger (uncredited)
(1941)
Underground
as Blind News Vendor
(1940)
Escape to Glory
as Submarine First Officer
(1939)
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
as Saturn (uncredited)