Norbert Schiller
Known For
Acting
Born
1899-11-24 in Wien, Austria
Died
1988-01-08
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.
Most Known For
Mission: Impossible
as Lauchek
The Twilight Zone
as Committee Member (uncredited)
The Six Million Dollar Man
as Porter
Hogan's Heroes
as Max
Hogan's Heroes
as Baker
Hogan's Heroes
as Farmer
Hogan's Heroes
as Verlaine
Hogan's Heroes
as Hans (uncredited)
Mannix
as Rolf Passauer
The Odd Couple
as Dr. Burger
The F.B.I.
as Honus Smid
Kojak
as Mr. Polichek
77 Sunset Strip
as Dieter
77 Sunset Strip
as Father Cyna
Gunsmoke
as Franz Beltzer
The Monkees
as Prof. Milo Schnitzler
One Step Beyond
as Albert Breitner
Four Star Playhouse
as Clerk
Four Star Playhouse
as Captain Schelle