Norbert Schiller
Acting

Norbert Schiller

Born 24 November 1899 · Wien, Austria · Died 8 January 1988

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

Young Frankenstein
The Thing from Another World
The Six Million Dollar Man
Mission: Impossible
Thieves' Highway
Morituri
Frankenstein 1970
The World's Greatest Lover
The Man in the Glass Booth
End of the Game
Hitler
Underground
Tales from the Vienna Woods
The World's Greatest Lover
Dynasty
End of the Game
The Man in the Glass Booth
Young Frankenstein
Nightmare
Wake Me When the War Is Over
Morituri
Hitler
Operation Eichmann
In the Presence of Mine Enemies
Frankenstein 1970
Outcasts of the City
The Girl in the Kremlin
The Racers
The Thing from Another World
Thieves' Highway
Sealed Verdict
Underground
Escape to Glory
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