Norbert Schiller profile
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Norbert Schiller

24th November 1899 Wien, Austria Acting

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.

34 Movies 29 TV Shows 63 Credits
Filmography

Movies & TV Shows

Dynasty poster
Dynasty 13th March 1976 as Ernst Schmidt
36 Hours poster
36 Hours 26th November 1964 as Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)
Hitler poster
Hitler 21st March 1962 as Jodrg Schönberg
The Young Lions poster
The Young Lions 2nd April 1958 as German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)
Kismet poster
Kismet 8th October 1955 as Beggar (uncredited)
The Exile poster
The Exile 17th October 1947 as Messenger (uncredited)
Riff-Raff poster
Riff-Raff 28th June 1947 as Henchman (uncredited)
Kojak poster
Kojak 24th October 1973 as Mr. Polichek
Mannix poster
Mannix 16th September 1967 as Rolf Passauer
Gunsmoke poster
Gunsmoke 10th September 1955 as Franz Beltzer