Erhard Siedel was an American actor who is best known for Der Taugenichts, Venus vor Gericht, and Mylord weiß sich zu helfen. He was born on November 1, 1895, in Klipphausen, Saxony, Germany and passed away on November 16, 1979.
Personal and Family Life
Erhard Siedel began his acting career in 1915 when he made his stage debut in Dresden. He worked in various theaters in Berlin before getting into films in 1919. He shifted his focus back to theater after 1922 while also taking on directing roles in cities such as Leipzig, Vienna, Munich, and Zurich.
Career
Siedel’s early work was primarily in silent films before venturing into more prominent roles in the 1930s and 1940s. He remained active in the film industry after World War II and participated in various productions until his last film, “Eli,” in 1970.
Death and Legacy
Erhard Siedel died on November 16, 1979. His contributions to theater and film left a mark in the German entertainment industry, showcasing the evolution of acting from silent films to talkies.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| April, April! | 1935-10-23 | Julius Lampe |
| Die vier Musketiere | 1934-04-26 | Musketier Krause aus Sachsen |
| Das Geheimnis der roten Katze | 1949-04-13 | |
| Zwischen gestern und morgen | 1947-12-11 | |
| Der Taugenichts | 1922-09-01 | |
| Die fidele Tankstelle | 1950-12-04 | Tankwart Jakob |
| Venus vor Gericht | 1941-06-04 | Der Kultusminister |
| Das Lied der Sonne | 1933-12-30 |