Friedrich Domin

Friedrich Domin was an American actor who is best known for Ludwig II: Glanz und Ende eines Königs, Schloß Hubertus, and Sauerbruch – Das war mein Leben. He was born on May 15, 1902, in Beuthen, Upper Silesia, Germany, and died on December 18, 1961, in Munich, Bavaria, West Germany.

Personal and Family Life

Friedrich Domin was married to Else Domin until his death in 1961. He had a long career as a theater actor, performing classical roles on stage from 1921. He was also an assistant director and spent years with the Munich Kammerspiele, contributing significantly to German theater.

Career

Domin’s career spanned many decades, and he became a well-known actor in film during the 1950s. He often portrayed important and authoritative characters, such as chancellors and generals, fitting his dignified appearance and performance style. His work in theater set the stage for his later success in film, where he played a variety of notable roles.

Death and Legacy

Friedrich Domin died on December 18, 1961, from complications of the flu in Munich. His contributions to both theater and film have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his strong performances and dedication to the arts. Domin’s legacy continues through his classic roles and his influence on future generations of actors.

Filmography

TitleRelease DateCharacter
Auf Wiedersehen, Franziska!1957-09-05Prof. Thiemann
Der Edelweißkönig1957-09-05Untersuchungsrichter
Das schwarze Schaf1960-12-19Bischof
Die Landärztin1958-10-31Priest
Ludwig II: Glanz und Ende eines Königs1955-01-14Otto von Bismarck
Sauerbruch – Das war mein Leben1954-07-12Paul von Hindenburg
Schloß Hubertus1954-08-24Graf Egge
Das Lied der Wüste1939-11-17Sir Collins
Der siebente Junge1941-04-28Baron Florian von Roeckel
Der unendliche Weg1943-08-24Fürst Metternich
Man rede mir nicht von Liebe1943-09-17Van Italy
Die Tat des Anderen1951-01-18
Das seltsame Leben des Herrn Bruggs1951-08-09Bankdirektor Reisch
Die Frauen des Herrn S.1951-08-09Mazedonischer General
Die große Versuchung1952-12-18Dr. Frank, Verteidiger
Die geschiedene Frau1953-09-16Gerichtsvorsitzender
Meines Vaters Pferde, 1. Teil: Lena und Nicoline1954-01-21Professor
Dieses Lied bleibt bei dir1954-04-14Paul Lincke
Das Bekenntnis der Ina Kahr1954-11-12Vater Stoll
Ein Mädchen aus Flandern1956-02-16General Haller
Der Hauptmann von Köpenick1956-08-15Zuchthausdirektor
Die Trapp-Familie1956-10-09Bankier Gruber
Heiße Ernte1956-11-23Vater Rudolf Stammer
Königin Luise1957-02-15Herzog von Mecklenburg-Strelitz
Kleiner Mann – ganz groß1957-02-12Theodor Krüger
Immer wenn der Tag beginnt1957-12-19Professor Wächter
Die große Chance1957-09-26Bischof
Worüber man nicht spricht1958-09-18Professor Julius Gruber
Heimat, deine Lieder1959-10-30Gärtner Bruno Kummernus
Liebling der Götter1960-04-11Herr Matthieu
Eine Frau fürs ganze Leben1960-09-26Vater Heinemann
…und nichts als die Wahrheit1958-08-07Dr. Fein
Alarmstufe V1941-12-22Prof. Crusius
Regimentsmusik1950-08-31Herr von Wahl
Waldhausstraße 201960-10-22Pastor Dahlström
Der Ruf1949-04-19
Melusine1944-01-01Professor von Hardegg
Gottes Utopia1955-10-13