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Aliases: Norbert Shiller
Gender: Male
Place of birth: Wien, Austria
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Movie Involvements: 31
TV Involvements: 14
Most Famous Work
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.
Most Famous Work
The Twilight Zone
(1959) Committee Member (uncredited)Mannix
(1967) Rolf PassauerMission: Impossible
(1966) LauchekThe Six Million Dollar Man
(1974) Porter12 O'Clock High
(1964) CliocheKojak
(1973) Mr. PolichekOne Step Beyond
(1959) Albert Breitner77 Sunset Strip
(1958) DieterActing
| Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Rittmeister | |
| 1978 | Dr. Hungertobel | |
| 1977 | Captain | |
| 1976 | Ernst Schmidt | |
| 1975 | Dr. Schmidt | |
| 1974 | Emcee at Frankenstein's Show | |
| Porter | ||
| Albert | ||
| 1973 | Mr. Polichek | |
| 1970 | Dr. Burger | |
| 1969 | N/A | |
| 1968 | Ludwig Drucker | |
| 1967 | Rolf Passauer | |
| Rudy | ||
| 1966 | Lauchek | |
| Prof. Milo Schnitzler | ||
| Professor Gutman (uncredited) | ||
| 1965 | Honus Smid | |
| Max | ||
| Verlaine | ||
| Hans (uncredited) | ||
| Baker | ||
| Farmer | ||
| Professor Weisbardt | ||
| Steward | ||
| 1964 | Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited) | |
| Little Man [Dr. Ingster] | ||
| Clioche | ||
| 1962 | Jodrg Schönberg | |
| 1961 | Waiter (uncredited) | |
| Uri Goldmann | ||
| 1960 | Second Councilman | |
| 1959 | Committee Member (uncredited) | |
| Train Conductor | ||
| Gunga Din | ||
| Landlord (uncredited) | ||
| Albert Breitner | ||
| 1958 | Father Cyna | |
| Dieter | ||
| Shuter | ||
| Bellack Gordal (uncredited) | ||
| German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited) | ||
| Doctor | ||
| 1957 | Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited) | |
| Ivan Brubof | ||
| 1956 | N/A | |
| 1955 | Beggar (uncredited) | |
| Old Man | ||
| Franz Beltzer | ||
| Dehlgreen | ||
| 1952 | Clerk | |
| Captain Schelle | ||
| N/A | ||
| 1951 | Dr. Lorenz | |
| 1949 | Mr. Polansky | |
| 1948 | Slava Rodal | |
| Saxophone Player | ||
| 1947 | Messenger (uncredited) | |
| Henchman (uncredited) | ||
| Timekeeper (uncredited) | ||
| 1941 | Blind News Vendor | |
| 1940 | Submarine First Officer | |
| 1939 | Saturn (uncredited) | |
| Year | Character | Movie/Tv |