Norbert Schiller
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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.
Known for
Credits
Witness for the Prosecution (1957)
as Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited)
Young Frankenstein (1974)
as Emcee at Frankenstein's Show
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1939)
as Saturn (uncredited)
Judgment at Nuremberg (1961)
as Waiter (uncredited)
The Thing from Another World (1951)
as Dr. Lorenz
Torn Curtain (1966)
as Professor Gutman (uncredited)
The Young Lions (1958)
as German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)
The World's Greatest Lover (1977)
as Captain
Sinbad the Sailor (1947)
as Timekeeper (uncredited)
Morituri (1965)
as Steward
Riff-Raff (1947)
as Henchman (uncredited)
Berlin Express (1948)
as Saxophone Player (uncredited)
Kismet (1955)
as Beggar (uncredited)
The Return of Dracula (1958)
as Bellack Gordal (uncredited)
The Man in the Glass Booth (1975)
as Dr. Schmidt
End of the Game (1978)
as Dr. Hungertobel
36 Hours (1964)
as Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)
The Racers (1955)
as Dehlgreen
The Girl in the Kremlin (1957)
as Ivan Brubof
In the Presence of Mine Enemies (1960)
as Second Councilman
The Blue Angel (1959)
as Landlord (uncredited)
Hitler (1962)
as Jodrg Schönberg
The Exile (1947)
as Messenger (uncredited)
Thieves' Highway (1949)
as Mr. Polansky
Outcasts of the City (1958)
as Doctor
Nightmare (1974)
as Albert
Operation Eichmann (1961)
as Uri Goldmann
Dynasty (1976)
as Ernst Schmidt
Underground (1941)
as Blind News Vendor
Sealed Verdict (1948)
as Slava Rodal
Wake Me When the War Is Over (1969)
Actor
Frankenstein 1970 (1958)
as Shuter
Tales from the Vienna Woods (1979)
as Rittmeister
Escape to Glory (1940)
as Submarine First Officer