Norbert Schiller
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.
Acting
Movie
Young Frankenstein
as Emcee at Frankenstein's Show
1974
Movie
Witness for the Prosecution
as Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited)
1957
TV
The Twilight Zone
as Committee Member (uncredited)
1959
Movie
Judgment at Nuremberg
as Waiter (uncredited)
1961
Movie
The Thing from Another World
as Dr. Lorenz
1951
Movie
Torn Curtain
as Professor Gutman (uncredited)
1966
TV
The Six Million Dollar Man
as Porter
1974
TV
Mission: Impossible
as Lauchek
1966
Movie
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
as Saturn (uncredited)
1939
TV
Hogan's Heroes
as Max
1965
TV
Hogan's Heroes
as Baker
1965
TV
Hogan's Heroes
as Farmer
1965
TV
Hogan's Heroes
as Verlaine
1965
TV
Hogan's Heroes
as Hans (uncredited)
1965
Movie
The Young Lions
as German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)
1958
TV
Kojak
as Mr. Polichek
1973
Movie
Thieves' Highway
as Mr. Polansky
1949
TV
Gunsmoke
as Franz Beltzer
1955
Movie
Morituri
as Steward
1965
Movie
36 Hours
as Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)
1964
Movie
The Return of Dracula
as Bellack Gordal (uncredited)
1958
TV
The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
as Little Man [Dr. Ingster]
1964
TV
The Odd Couple
as Dr. Burger
1970
Movie
Berlin Express
as Saxophone Player
1948