Acting · Wien, Austria · Born November 24, 1899
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.
MovieTales from the Vienna Woods
1979
as Rittmeister
MovieEnd of the Game
1978
as Dr. Hungertobel
MovieThe World's Greatest Lover
1977
as Captain
MovieDynasty
1976
as Ernst Schmidt
MovieThe Man in the Glass Booth
1975
as Dr. Schmidt
MovieYoung Frankenstein
1974
as Emcee at Frankenstein's Show
TVThe Six Million Dollar Man
1974
as Porter
MovieNightmare
1974
as Albert
TVKojak
1973
as Mr. Polichek
TVThe Odd Couple
1970
as Dr. Burger
MovieWake Me When the War Is Over
1969
TVIt Takes a Thief
1968
as Ludwig Drucker
TVMannix
1967
as Rolf Passauer
TVThe Second Hundred Years
1967
as Rudy
TVMission: Impossible
1966
as Lauchek
TVThe Monkees
1966
as Schnitzler
MovieTorn Curtain
1966
as Professor Gutman (uncredited)
TVThe F.B.I.
1965
as Honus Smid
TVHogan's Heroes
1965
as Max
TVPlease Don't Eat the Daisies
1965
as Professor Weisbardt
MovieMorituri
1965
as Steward
Movie36 Hours
1964
as Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)
TVThe Man from U.N.C.L.E.
1964
as Little Man [Dr. Ingster]
TV12 O'Clock High
1964
as Clioche
MovieHitler
1962
as Jodrg Schönberg
MovieJudgment at Nuremberg
1961
as Waiter (uncredited)
MovieOperation Eichmann
1961
as Uri Goldmann
MovieIn the Presence of Mine Enemies
1960
as Second Councilman
TVThe Third Man
1959
as Train Conductor
TVThe Twilight Zone
1959
as Committee Member (uncredited)
TVThe Troubleshooters
1959
as Gunga Din
MovieThe Blue Angel
1959
as Landlord (uncredited)
TVOne Step Beyond
1959
as Albert Breitner
TV77 Sunset Strip
1958
as Dieter
MovieFrankenstein 1970
1958
as Shuter
MovieThe Return of Dracula
1958
as Bellack Gordal (uncredited)
MovieThe Young Lions
1958
as German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)
MovieOutcasts of the City
1958
as Doctor
MovieWitness for the Prosecution
1957
as Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited)
MovieThe Girl in the Kremlin
1957
as Ivan Brubof
TVThe Man Called X
1956
MovieKismet
1955
as Beggar (uncredited)
TVScreen Director's Playhouse
1955
as Old Man
TVGunsmoke
1955
as Franz Beltzer
MovieThe Racers
1955
as Dehlgreen
TVFour Star Playhouse
1952
as Clerk
MovieThe Thing from Another World
1951
as Dr. Lorenz
MovieThieves' Highway
1949
as Mr. Polansky
MovieSealed Verdict
1948
as Slava Rodal
MovieBerlin Express
1948
as Saxophone Player (uncredited)
MovieThe Exile
1947
as Messenger (uncredited)
MovieRiff-Raff
1947
as Henchman (uncredited)
MovieSinbad the Sailor
1947
as Timekeeper (uncredited)
MovieUnderground
1941
as Blind News Vendor
MovieEscape to Glory
1940
as Submarine First Officer
MovieThe Hunchback of Notre Dame
1939
as Saturn (uncredited)
