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

Title Release Date Character
Auf Wiedersehen, Franziska! 1957-09-05 Prof. Thiemann
Der Edelweißkönig 1957-09-05 Untersuchungsrichter
Das schwarze Schaf 1960-12-19 Bischof
Die Landärztin 1958-10-31 Priest
Ludwig II: Glanz und Ende eines Königs 1955-01-14 Otto von Bismarck
Sauerbruch – Das war mein Leben 1954-07-12 Paul von Hindenburg
Schloß Hubertus 1954-08-24 Graf Egge
Das Lied der Wüste 1939-11-17 Sir Collins
Der siebente Junge 1941-04-28 Baron Florian von Roeckel
Der unendliche Weg 1943-08-24 Fürst Metternich
Man rede mir nicht von Liebe 1943-09-17 Van Italy
Die Tat des Anderen 1951-01-18
Das seltsame Leben des Herrn Bruggs 1951-08-09 Bankdirektor Reisch
Die Frauen des Herrn S. 1951-08-09 Mazedonischer General
Die große Versuchung 1952-12-18 Dr. Frank, Verteidiger
Die geschiedene Frau 1953-09-16 Gerichtsvorsitzender
Meines Vaters Pferde, 1. Teil: Lena und Nicoline 1954-01-21 Professor
Dieses Lied bleibt bei dir 1954-04-14 Paul Lincke
Das Bekenntnis der Ina Kahr 1954-11-12 Vater Stoll
Ein Mädchen aus Flandern 1956-02-16 General Haller
Der Hauptmann von Köpenick 1956-08-15 Zuchthausdirektor
Die Trapp-Familie 1956-10-09 Bankier Gruber
Heiße Ernte 1956-11-23 Vater Rudolf Stammer
Königin Luise 1957-02-15 Herzog von Mecklenburg-Strelitz
Kleiner Mann – ganz groß 1957-02-12 Theodor Krüger
Immer wenn der Tag beginnt 1957-12-19 Professor Wächter
Die große Chance 1957-09-26 Bischof
Worüber man nicht spricht 1958-09-18 Professor Julius Gruber
Heimat, deine Lieder 1959-10-30 Gärtner Bruno Kummernus
Liebling der Götter 1960-04-11 Herr Matthieu
Eine Frau fürs ganze Leben 1960-09-26 Vater Heinemann
…und nichts als die Wahrheit 1958-08-07 Dr. Fein
Alarmstufe V 1941-12-22 Prof. Crusius
Regimentsmusik 1950-08-31 Herr von Wahl
Waldhausstraße 20 1960-10-22 Pastor Dahlström
Der Ruf 1949-04-19
Melusine 1944-01-01 Professor von Hardegg
Gottes Utopia 1955-10-13