Fritz Hoopts was an American actor best known for Venus vor Gericht, Krach um Jolanthe, and Meine Tochter tut das nicht. He was born on June 5, 1875, in Oldenburg, Germany, and passed away on May 16, 1945, in his hometown.
Personal and Family Life
Fritz Hoopts was born Friedrich Arthur Gerhard Hoopts in Germany. Before becoming an actor, he worked as a tax inspector. He often portrayed nautical characters, such as fishermen and sailors, in his film roles.
Death and Legacy
Fritz Hoopts died on May 16, 1945, in Oldenburg, Germany. His contributions to cinema as a character actor remain notable, particularly his ability to bring life to sea-related roles.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | Elephant Fury | Farmer H. Sander | 5.8 |
| 1945 | Burning Hearts | Timm | 5.9 |
| 1944 | Tierarzt Dr. Vlimmen | Alter flämischer Bauer | |
| 1944 | Das war mein Leben | Alter Schäfer | 8.2 |
| 1944 | Junge Adler | Fischer | 5.7 |
| 1944 | Meine vier Jungens | Pitt – Hausdiener | |
| 1943 | Wenn die Sonne wieder scheint | Wilhelm | 7.3 |
| 1942 | Weiße Wäsche | Ewerführer Karl | 5.5 |
| 1942 | Viel Lärm um Nixi | Kapitän | 8.2 |
| 1941 | Venus vor Gericht | Brinkmann, Gerichtsvollzieher | 5.8 |
| 1941 | Ohm Krüger | Feldkornett Colson | 6.4 |
| 1941 | Das Mädchen von Fanö | Leuchtturmwärter Jens | 6.9 |
| 1940 | Für die Katz’ | Piephohn | 6.8 |