Norbert Schiller

Norbert Schiller

1899-11-24 – 1988-01-08 (age 88) Wien, Austria
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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.

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Known For

Witness for the Prosecution
Witness for the Prosecution

1957

as Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited)

Young Frankenstein
Young Frankenstein

1974

as Emcee at Frankenstein's Show

Judgment at Nuremberg
Judgment at Nuremberg

1961

as Waiter (uncredited)

The Hunchback of Notre Dame
The Hunchback of Notre Dame

1939

as Saturn (uncredited)

Torn Curtain
Torn Curtain

1966

as Professor Gutman (uncredited)

Riff-Raff
Riff-Raff

1947

as Henchman (uncredited)

The Young Lions
The Young Lions

1958

as German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)

The World's Greatest Lover
Sinbad the Sailor
Sinbad the Sailor

1947

as Timekeeper (uncredited)

Thieves' Highway
Thieves' Highway

1949

as Mr. Polansky

Morituri
Morituri

1965

as Steward

36 Hours
36 Hours

1964

as Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)

Kismet
Kismet

1955

as Beggar (uncredited)

Frankenstein 1970
Frankenstein 1970

1958

as Shuter

Berlin Express
Berlin Express

1948

as Saxophone Player (uncredited)

The Return of Dracula
The Return of Dracula

1958

as Bellack Gordal (uncredited)

The Girl in the Kremlin
The Girl in the Kremlin

1957

as Ivan Brubof

The Man in the Glass Booth
The Man in the Glass Booth

1975

as Dr. Schmidt

The Exile
The Exile

1947

as Messenger (uncredited)