Albert Lieven was an American actor known for his roles in films such as The Victors, Beware of Pity, and Anna Karenina. He was born on June 23, 1906, in Hohenstein, Germany, and passed away on December 22, 1971, in London, England, due to cancer.
Personal and Family Life
Albert Lieven came from a mixed heritage with a German mother and a French father who was a doctor. He initially studied biology at Berlin University but later left that path for a career in acting. Lieven had four marriages—his first was to actress Susan Shaw, with whom he had one child. He also had a small farm in Devon, England, following his career.
Career
Lieven started his stage career in 1928 and, due to the rise of the Nazis, fled to England where he continued acting. Although successful, many roles cast him as one-dimensional villains, particularly in British films portraying Nazi characters. Despite this, he remained active in both England and Germany, building a solid acting reputation.
Death and Legacy
Albert Lieven died on December 22, 1971, in London after battling cancer. He left a notable legacy in the film industry and is remembered as the grandfather of Toby Flood, a prominent England Rugby Union player. Lieven’s contributions to both theater and film are appreciated by many.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Victors | 1963-11-22 | Herr Metzger |
| City of Fear | 1965-08-01 | Paul |
| Subway in the Sky | 1959-11-01 | Carl |
| The Seventh Veil | 1945-10-18 | Maxwell Leyden |
| Yellow Canary | 1943-12-13 | Jan Orlock |
| Das Verrätertor | 1964-12-18 | Trayne |
| Der Gorilla von Soho | 1968-09-01 | Henry Parker |
| Death Drums Along the River | 1963-12-20 | Dr. Franz Weiss |
| Beware of Pity | 1946-07-22 | Lt. Anton Marek |
| English Without Tears | 1944-07-28 | Felix Dembowski |