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Arthur Schröder

Nov 20, 1892 - Feb 04, 1986 (93 years old) in Hamburg, Germany

German character actor, an ex-bank employee. On stage from 1910 despite lack of formal training. Performed primarily in Hamburg and Berlin during the 1910's and 20's. In films for almost half a century, beginning in 1916. Often played physicians, aristocrats, judicial figures or officers. Noted for strong performances in several East German Defa productions. Also provided the German dubbing voice for Claude Rains, Robert Taylor and Gig Young.

His activity in front of the camera decreased after the war but especially in the 50's he took part in great productions once more, among them "Das Beil von Wandsbek" (1951), "Der Untertan" (1951), "Canaris" (1954) and "Madeleine und der Legionär" (1958).

During the war he was able to continue his career and he entertained the audience with movies like "Quax, der Bruchpilot" (1941), "Diesel" (1942) and "Ich vertraue Dir meine Frau an" (1943).

The actor Arthur Schröder was a popular support actor whose film career covers 47 years.

Known For

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Der Etappenhase
Der Herr Veterinär
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Canaris
Herr von Harbeck
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Escape from Sahara
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The Kaiser's Lackey
Landgerichtsdirektor
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My Friend Barbara
Der Hotelchef
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Once a Great Lady
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Ich vertraue Dir meine Frau an
Kurt
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Moral
von Schmettau - Adjutant
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The Blum Affair
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The Night of the Storm
Judge

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