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Norbert Schiller

Actor
Died January 8, 1988 (88 years)
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.
Movies & Shows on Plex
  • One Step Beyond
  • The Man in the Glass Booth
  • Underground
  • Four Star Playhouse
Known For
  • The Man in the Glass Booth
  • Frankenstein 1970
  • Telephone Time
  • Tales from the Vienna Woods
  • Hitler

Filmography

1979
Tales from the Vienna Woods · as Rittmeister
1977
1977
The Hardy Boys / Nancy Drew Mysteries (TV Series) · as Caretaker
1976
Dynasty · as Ernst Schmidt
1975
End of the Game · as Dr. Hungertobel
1975
1974
Young Frankenstein · as Emcee At Frankenstein's Show
1974
The Six Million Dollar Man (TV Series) · as Porter
1974
Nightmare · as Albert
1973
Kojak (TV Series) · as Mr. Polichek
1973
The Pedestrian · as Minor Role
1970
The Odd Couple (TV Series) · as Dr. Burger
1969
1968
In Enemy Country · as Polish Man
1968
It Takes a Thief (TV Series) · as Ludwig Drucker
1967
Mannix (TV Series) · as Rolf Passauer
1967
The High Chaparral (TV Series) · as Peletier
1967
The Second Hundred Years (TV Series) · as Rudy Lang
1966
Mission: Impossible (TV Series) · as Lauchek
1966
Jericho (TV Series) · as Henri Dinant
1966
The Jean Arthur Show (TV Series) · as Professor Porter
1966
Torn Curtain · as Professor Gutman (uncredited)
1965
The Monkees (TV Series) · as Prof. Milo Schnitzler
1965
The Smothers Brothers Show (TV Series) · as Scientist
1965
Hogan's Heroes (TV Series) · as Verlaine
1965
The F.B.I. (TV Series) · as Honus Smid
1965
Please Don't Eat the Daisies (TV Series) · as Professor Weisbardt
1965
Morituri · as Steward
1964
36 Hours · as Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)
1964
The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (TV Series) · as Little Man [dr. Ingster]
1964
Twelve O'Clock High (TV Series) · as Clioche
1962
Hitler · as Jodrg Schönberg
1961
Judgment at Nuremberg · as Waiter (uncredited)
1961
Ripcord (TV Series) · as Dr. Horzeyny
1961
Operation Eichmann · as Uri Goldmann
1960
Outlaws (TV Series) · as Johansen
1959
The Blue Angel · as Landlord (uncredited)
1959
The Twilight Zone (TV Series) · as Committee Member (uncredited)
1959
Lock-Up (TV Series) · as Professor Meisner
1959
The Third Man (TV Series) · as Train Conductor
1959
One Step Beyond (TV Series) · as Albert Breitner
1958
77 Sunset Strip (TV Series) · as Father Cyna
1958
Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (TV Series) · as Froelich
1958
Peter Gunn (TV Series) · as Abel Gunther
1958
Frankenstein 1970 · as Shuter
1958
Fräulein · as Work Foreman
1958
The Return of Dracula · as Bellack Gordal (uncredited)
1958
The Young Lions · as German Civilian With Town Mayor (uncredited)
1957
Witness for the Prosecution · as Spotlight Operator In German Cafe (uncredited)
1957
Colt .45 (TV Series) · as J.w. Stols
1957
The Girl in the Kremlin · as Ivan Brubof
1956
Crime of Passion · as Helpful Man In Bar
1956
Playhouse 90 (TV Series) · as Prisoner
1956
The Adventures of Hiram Holliday (TV Series) · as Cast
1956
Telephone Time (TV Series) · as Leader No.1
1956
Miracle in the Rain · as Dr. Zero
1956
Never Say Goodbye · as Austrian
1955
Kismet · as Beggar (uncredited)
1955
The Glass Slipper · as Waiter
1955
Crossroads (1955) (TV Series) · as Cast
1955
Screen Directors Playhouse (TV Series) · as Old Man
1955
Gunsmoke (TV Series) · as Franz Beltzer
1955
The Racers · as Dehlgreen
1955
The Millionaire (TV Series) · as Uncle Eugene
1955
TV Reader's Digest (TV Series) · as German Reporter
1954
Deep in My Heart · as Card Player
1954
1954
Magnificent Obsession · as Julian Lang - Inter-Europa Travel Agent
1953
The Robe · as Slave Dealer
1952
Ramar of the Jungle (TV Series) · as Pete Rambo
1952
Biff Baker USA (TV Series) · as Cast
1952
Cavalcade of America (TV Series) · as Cast
1952
Four Star Playhouse (TV Series) · as Clerk
1951
My Favorite Spy · as Dr. Estrallo
1951
Gruen Guild Theater (TV Series) · as Cast
1951
1950
Ashley Banjo’s Big Town Dance (TV Series) · as Cast
1950
Space Patrol (TV Series) · as Bit
1949
Thieves' Highway · as Mr. Polansky
1949
Fireside Theatre (TV Series) · as Roberts
1948
Sealed Verdict · as Slava Rodal
1948
Letter from an Unknown Woman · as Stefan's Second
1948
The Emperor Waltz · as Assistant To Dr. Zwieback
1948
Berlin Express · as Saxophone Player
1947
The Exile · as Messenger (uncredited)
1947
Riffraff · as Henchman (uncredited)
1947
Sinbad, the Sailor · as Timekeeper
1941
Underground · as Blind News Vendor
1940
Escape to Glory · as Submarine First Officer
1939
The Hunchback of Notre Dame · as Saturn (uncredited)

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