Norbert Schiller

Norbert Schiller

Actor

Wien, Austria
November 24, 1899

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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Representative Works

Young Frankenstein
Young Frankenstein
7.9
/ English
Torn Curtain
Torn Curtain
6.6
/ English
The Young Lions
The Young Lions
6.8
/ English
Sinbad the Sailor
Sinbad the Sailor
6.0
/ English
Riff-Raff
Riff-Raff
6.2
/ English
36 Hours
36 Hours
7.1
/ English
Berlin Express
Berlin Express
6.3
/ English

Awards and Honors

Critical Favorites

Young Frankenstein
1974Winner

Best Performance

Young Frankenstein

Witness for the Prosecution
1957Winner

Best Performance

Witness for the Prosecution

The Thing from Another World
1951Nominee

Best Performance

The Thing from Another World

Career Highlights

Judgment at Nuremberg
1961Highlight

Best Performance

Judgment at Nuremberg

Torn Curtain
1966Highlight

Best Performance

Torn Curtain