Hans Juergen Weidlich was a German actor and writer who is best known for The Four Companions, The Thief of Bagdad, and Die merkwürdigen Erlebnisse des Hansjürgen Weidlich.
Personal and Family Life
Born on March 18, 1905, in Holzminden, Lower Saxony, Germany, Weidlich had a rich career that spanned several decades. He was involved in various projects that showcased his talents both in acting and writing. He lived through significant historical events, which may have influenced his work.
Career
Weidlich started his career in the late 1930s and gained recognition for his roles in films and television series. He was particularly noted for his narrating skills, contributing to various projects throughout the years, including the popular TV series Die merkwürdigen Erlebnisse des Hansjürgen Weidlich.
Death and Legacy
Weidlich passed away on June 12, 1985, in Göttingen, Lower Saxony, Germany. His body of work remains noteworthy in the history of German cinema, and he is remembered for his unique contributions to both film and television.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Die merkwürdigen Erlebnisse des Hansjürgen Weidlich | 1961–1963 | Narrator | TV Series |
| Der Hauptmann von Kapernaum | 1961 | Narrator (as Hansjürgen Weidlich) | TV Movie |
| Biblische Geschichte | 1959 | Narrator (as Hans-Jürgen Weidlich) | TV Series |
| The Thief of Bagdad | 1952 | Amento, Diener des Kalifen | Film |
| The Four Companions | 1938 | Berliner Jüngling an der Litfaßsäule (as H. J. Weidlich) | Film |
| Biblische Geschichte | 1964 | Co-writer | TV Series |
| Die merkwürdigen Erlebnisse des Hansjürgen Weidlich | 1961–1963 | Writer | TV Series |
| Der Hecktaler | 1954 | Writer | TV Movie |