Norbert Schiller
Born
November 24, 1899
Died
January 8, 1988 (88 years old)
Known For
Acting
Place of Birth
Wien, Austria
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
Tales from the Vienna Woods
Rittmeister
1979
End of the Game
Dr. Hungertobel
1978
The World's Greatest Lover
Captain
1977
The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew Meet Dracula (Parts 1 & 2)
Caretaker
1977
Dynasty
Ernst Schmidt
1976
The Man in the Glass Booth
Dr. Schmidt
1975
Young Frankenstein
Emcee at Frankenstein's Show
1974
The Six Million Dollar Man
Porter · (1 episode)
1974
Nightmare
Albert
1974
Kojak
Mr. Polichek · (1 episode)
1973
The Odd Couple
Dr. Burger · (1 episode)
1970
Wake Me When the War Is Over
1969
It Takes a Thief
Ludwig Drucker · (1 episode)
1968
Mannix
Rolf Passauer · (1 episode)
1967
Mission: Impossible
Lauchek · (1 episode)
1966
The Monkees
Prof. Milo Schnitzler · (1 episode)
1966
Torn Curtain
Professor Gutman (uncredited)
1966
The F.B.I.
Honus Smid · (1 episode)
1965
Hogan's Heroes
Max · (1 episode)
1965
Hogan's Heroes
Baker · (1 episode)
1965
Hogan's Heroes
Farmer · (1 episode)
1965
Hogan's Heroes
Verlaine · (1 episode)
1965
Hogan's Heroes
Hans (uncredited) · (1 episode)
1965
Please Don't Eat the Daisies
Professor Weisbardt · (1 episode)
1965
Morituri
Steward
1965
36 Hours
Dr. Wittelbach (uncredited)
1964
The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
Little Man [Dr. Ingster] · (1 episode)
1964
12 O'Clock High
Clioche · (1 episode)
1964
Hitler
Jodrg Schönberg
1962
Judgment at Nuremberg
Waiter (uncredited)
1961
Operation Eichmann
Uri Goldmann
1961
The Third Man
Train Conductor · (1 episode)
1959
The Twilight Zone
Committee Member (uncredited) · (1 episode)
1959
The Troubleshooters
Gunga Din · (1 episode)
1959
The Blue Angel
Landlord (uncredited)
1959
One Step Beyond
Albert Breitner · (1 episode)
1959
77 Sunset Strip
Dieter · (1 episode)
1958
77 Sunset Strip
Father Cyna · (1 episode)
1958
Frankenstein 1970
Shuter
1958
The Return of Dracula
Bellack Gordal (uncredited)
1958
The Young Lions
German Civilian with Town Mayor (uncredited)
1958
Outcasts of the City
Doctor
1958
Witness for the Prosecution
Spotlight Operator in German Cafe (uncredited)
1957
The Girl in the Kremlin
Ivan Brubof
1957
The Man Called X
(1 episode)
1956
Kismet
Beggar (uncredited)
1955
Screen Director's Playhouse
Old Man · (1 episode)
1955
Gunsmoke
Franz Beltzer · (1 episode)
1955
The Racers
Dehlgreen
1955
Four Star Playhouse
Clerk · (1 episode)
1952
Four Star Playhouse
Captain Schelle · (1 episode)
1952
Four Star Playhouse
(1 episode)
1952
The Thing from Another World
Dr. Lorenz
1951
Thieves' Highway
Mr. Polansky
1949
Sealed Verdict
Slava Rodal
1948
Berlin Express
Saxophone Player
1948
The Exile
Messenger (uncredited)
1947
Riff-Raff
Henchman (uncredited)
1947
Sinbad the Sailor
Timekeeper (uncredited)
1947
Underground
Blind News Vendor
1941
Escape to Glory
Submarine First Officer
1940
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Saturn (uncredited)
1939
The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew Meet Dracula
Caretaker · (1 episode)