Erwin Biegel was an American actor known for his roles in various films like “Nights in Andalusia,” “Die lustigen Vagabunden,” and “Palace Scandal.” He was a prolific character player during the 1930s and 1940s, often portraying relatable ‘everyman’ characters.
Personal and Family Life
Born on March 25, 1896, in Berlin, Germany, Erwin Biegel had a long career in theater before transitioning to film in the mid-1930s. Unfortunately, his personal life faced tragedy when his wife, who suffered from mental illness, took her own life just a month before he passed away.
Career
Biegel had a fruitful career both on stage and in film, participating in notable productions such as “Stern von Rio” and “Münchhausen” during World War II. He was also known for voicing characters in Disney films, including the March Hare in the German version of “Alice in Wonderland.” His contributions to the film industry continued until shortly before his death.
Death and Legacy
Erwin Biegel died on May 24, 1954, in West Berlin, West Germany, due to a heart ailment. His legacy lives on through his characters that touched audiences, both in theaters and films, making him a remembered figure in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Wenn am Sonntagabend die Dorfmusik spielt | 1953-09-24 | Weber |
| Nora | 1944-02-14 | Sanitätsrat Roselius |
| Razzia | 1947-05-02 | Köppke |
| Frauen sind doch bessere Diplomaten | 1941-10-31 | Sekretär der Einquartierung |
| Ich vertraue Dir meine Frau an | 1943-04-02 | Reisender |
| Peter Voss, der Millionendieb | 1946-09-27 | Blinder Passagier |
| Hochzeit mit Hindernissen | 1939-08-03 | Fritz Kremmelbein, Friseur |
| Der geheimnisvolle Mister X | 1936-06-11 | Williams |
| Die Rothschilds | 1940-07-17 | Nathans Agent |
| Verliebtes Abenteuer | 1938-12-23 | Diener |
| Andalusische Nächte | 1938-07-04 | Salvador |
| Die Frau ohne Vergangenheit | 1939-07-17 | Pietsch |
| Ein schöner Tag | 1944-01-27 | Friseur |
| Das kleine Hofkonzert | 1949-04-15 | |
| Sieben Ohrfeigen | 1937-08-02 | |
| Träum’ nicht, Annette! | 1949-02-04 | |
| Gauner im Frack | 1937-08-25 | |
| Verwehte Spuren | 1938-08-25 | Pariser Kutscher |
| …und über uns der Himmel | 1947-12-09 | |
| Semmelweis – Retter der Mütter | 1950-06-01 | |
| Unser Mittwochabend | 1948-11-23 | |
| Truxa | 1937-01-19 | |
| Herzkönig | 1947-08-25 | Barber |
| Der große Fall | 1949-12-30 | Ein dunkler Ehrenmann |