Elith Pio was an American actor who is best known for Häxan, Præsidenten, and Alt for karrieren. Active for over 65 years, Pio made significant contributions to stage, screen, radio, and television.
Personal and Family Life
Elith Pio was born on July 3, 1887, in Copenhagen, Denmark. He was married to Marie ‘Soffy’ Christensen from October 23, 1912, until her death on July 4, 1982. Together, they had three children and enjoyed a long, scandal-free marriage.
Career
Pio began his acting career in 1907 with a touring company after being influenced by both of his theatrical parents. He made his film debut in 1908 and went on to work on many silent films. Known for his ability to play darker roles, he preferred more sinister characters over comedic ones.
Death and Legacy
Elith Pio passed away on February 10, 1983, in Denmark. His long and dedicated career left a lasting impression on Danish cinema, and he is remembered as a talented character actor, well-respected in the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Häxan | 1922-09-18 | Johannes, Witch Judge |
| Præsidenten | 1919-02-01 | Franz Victor von Sendlingen, Karl’s father |
| Alt for karrieren | 1943-01-31 | Hr. Andersen |
| Mens sagføreren sover | 1945-07-12 | Robert Jensen |
| Pat Corner | 1909-11-04 | |
| Forellen | 1942-09-03 | |
| Som du vil ha’ mig – ! | 1943-09-13 | Valdemar Mogensen |
| Tango | 1933-08-01 | Otto Gronemann |
| Den graa dame | 1909-08-26 | Willy |
| Krigens Ofre | 1914-10-21 | Old Farmer’s Son |
| Tordenskjold gaar i Land | 1942-03-27 | Frederik IV |
| Eventyrrejsen | 1960-12-26 | |
| Manden Der Tænkte Ting | 1969-05-09 | |
| Løgn og løvebrøl | 1961-08-24 | |
| Otte akkorder | 1944-11-04 | |
| Tine | 1964-09-04 | |
| Biskoppen | 1944-01-29 | |
| Den opvakte jomfru | 1950-04-16 | |
| Landmandsliv | 1963-10-13 | Karl Havermann |
| Naar man kun er ung | 1943-09-16 | |
| Et skud før midnat | 1942-04-06 | |
| Duellen | 1962-02-09 | |
| Familien Schmidt | 1951-03-16 | |
| For frihed og ret | 1949-10-28 | Hans Puggaard |
| Kriminalassistent Bloch | 1943-10-22 | Kriminalassistent Steffensen |
| Hotel paradis | 1931-10-20 | Fridolin |
| Kongen Bød | 1938-03-16 | Christian VII |
| Rundt om Selma | 1971-12-19 | Wilhelmsen |
| Hævnens nat | 1916-09-25 | |
| Vi kunde ha’ det saa rart | 1942-11-20 | Professor K.M. Jørgensen |
| Kirke og orgel | 1932-03-09 | Amtsskriver |
| Ullabella | 1961-03-06 | Stiftsprovst |
| Drama på slottet | 1943-12-16 | Dr. Wolffen – kongens livlæge |
| Soldaten og Jenny | 1947-10-30 | Olaf Knauer |
| Ta’, hvad du vil ha’ | 1947-07-05 | |
| Mod lyset | 1919-07-30 | Suffløren |
| Sex, sensationer & superstjerner: Historien om dansk stumfilm | 2020-10-14 | Self – Interviewee (archive footage) |
| Barselstuen | 1976-12-26 | Jeronimus |
| Det Gale Pensionat | 1911-11-28 | |
| Affæren Birte | 1945-02-26 | |
| Frelst fra Forbrydelsens Vej | 1913-08-20 | |
| Dr. Gar el Hama I | 1911-11-13 | |
| Livsens ondskab | 1972-09-04 | Konsul Mørch |