Anton Edthofer was an Austrian actor who is best known for his work in classic films such as Gespenster (1918), Nora (1923), and Die Pompadour (1935). He had a prominent stage presence in Vienna and had a significant impact on theater and cinema during his lifetime.
Personal and Family Life
Born on September 18, 1883, in Vienna, Austria-Hungary (now Austria), Anton Edthofer enjoyed a rich career in acting. He was married to Helene Thimig from December 4, 1948, until his passing on February 25, 1971. Edthofer is remembered for his performances in both modern and classic plays and was a leading figure in the Viennese theater scene.
Career
Beginning his acting career in 1904, Edthofer quickly became recognized for his roles in influential theater companies, particularly with the Theater in der Josefstadt starting in 1929. He was prominently featured in films during the silent and early sound eras, taking on significant roles during the 1920s and earning acclaim for his portrayal of Colonel Pickering in the 1935 adaptation of Pygmalion. Despite a decline in film roles post-World War II, he continued his theater career until shortly before his death.
Death and Legacy
Anton Edthofer passed away on February 25, 1971, in Vienna, Austria. His contributions to theater and film have left a lasting legacy, evidenced by awards like the Max Reinhardt Ring and the Josef Kainz Medal. He is remembered as one of the great actors of his time, celebrated for both his classical and contemporary performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Phantom | 1922-11-13 | Wigottschinski |
| Unentschuldigte Stunde | 1937-09-24 | Dr. Karl Henning – Professor |
| Wiener Mädeln | 1949-08-18 | Hofrat Munk |
| Die Straße | 1923-01-01 | The pimp |
| Eine Frau die weiß, was sie will | 1934-08-30 | Erik Mattisson |
| Vier um die Frau | 1921-02-03 | Werner Krafft / William Krafft |
| Der träumende Mund | 1932-09-12 | Peter |
| Arm wie eine Kirchenmaus | 1931-11-05 | Baron Thomas von Ullrich |
| Das Spiel mit dem Feuer | 1921-05-19 | Der Dichter Carlo Spini |
| Pension Groonen | 1925-01-09 | |
| Der Gardeoffizier | 1926-01-15 | Kritiker |
| Papa kann’s nicht lassen | 1921-12-09 | Toni Biebelhuber |
| Artisten – Im Zauber der Manege | 1928-01-26 | Henrik Elcot |
| Das Schicksal einer schönen Frau | 1931-12-31 | |
| Erniedrigte und Beleidigte | 1922-09-01 | |
| Der Engel mit der Posaune | 1948-08-19 | |
| Die Strecke | 1927-09-30 | |
| Bardame | 1922-02-23 | |
| Freier Dienst | 1918-10-04 | |
| Der Eid des Stephan Huller | 1921-05-31 | |
| Fridericus Rex – 3. Teil: Sanssouci | 1923-03-19 | |
| Nora | 1923-02-02 | |
| Csibi, der Fratz | 1934-03-07 | Dr. Lohnau, Rechtsanwalt |
| Wie ein Dieb in der Nacht | 1945-01-01 | |
| Das Opfer | 1918-05-10 |