Norbert Schiller

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Norbert Schiller

Acting November 24, 1899

Wien, Austria

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 ea…

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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.

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  1. 1979
    Tales from the Vienna Woods

    Movie Rittmeister

  2. 1977
    The World's Greatest Lover

    Movie Captain

  3. 1976
    Dynasty

    Movie Ernst Schmidt

  4. 1975
    End of the Game

    Movie Dr. Hungertobel

  5. 1975
    The Man in the Glass Booth

    Movie Dr. Schmidt

  6. 1974
    Young Frankenstein

    Movie Emcee at Frankenstein's Show

  7. 1974
    The Six Million Dollar Man

    TV show Porter

  8. 1974
    Nightmare

    Movie Albert

  9. 1973
    Kojak

    TV show Mr. Polichek

  10. 1970
    The Odd Couple

    TV show Dr. Burger

  11. 1969
  12. 1968
    It Takes a Thief

    TV show Ludwig Drucker

  13. 1967
    Mannix

    TV show Rolf Passauer

  14. 1967
    The Second Hundred Years

    TV show Rudy

  15. 1966
    Mission: Impossible

    TV show Lauchek

  16. 1966
    The Monkees

    TV show Schnitzler

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  1. 1966
    Torn Curtain

    Movie Professor Gutman (uncredited)

  2. 1965
    The F.B.I.

    TV show Honus Smid

  3. 1965
    Hogan's Heroes

    TV show Max

  4. 1965
    Please Don't Eat the Daisies

    TV show Professor Weisbardt

  5. 1965
    Morituri

    Movie Steward

  6. 1964
    36 Hours

    Movie Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)

  7. 1964
    The Man from U.N.C.L.E.

    TV show Little Man [Dr. Ingster]

  8. 1964
    12 O'Clock High

    TV show Clioche

  9. 1962
    Hitler

    Movie Jodrg Schönberg

  10. 1961
    Judgment at Nuremberg

    Movie Waiter (uncredited)

  11. 1961
    Operation Eichmann

    Movie Uri Goldmann

  12. 1960
    In the Presence of Mine Enemies

    Movie Second Councilman

  13. 1959
    The Twilight Zone

    TV show Committee Member (uncredited)

  14. 1959
    The Third Man

    TV show Train Conductor

  15. 1959
    The Troubleshooters

    TV show Gunga Din

  16. 1959
    The Blue Angel

    Movie Landlord (uncredited)

  17. 1959
    One Step Beyond

    TV show Albert Breitner

  18. 1958
    77 Sunset Strip

    TV show Dieter

  19. 1958
    Frankenstein 1970

    Movie Shuter

  20. 1958
    The Return of Dracula

    Movie Bellack Gordal (uncredited)

  21. 1958
    The Young Lions

    Movie German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)

  22. 1958
    Outcasts of the City

    Movie Doctor

  23. 1957
    Witness for the Prosecution

    Movie Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited)

  24. 1957
    The Girl in the Kremlin

    Movie Ivan Brubof