Horst Beck was an American actor best known for his roles in “Anker auf und Leinen los!” (1968), “Sir Roger Casement” (1968), and “The Great British Train Robbery” (1966). Born on March 9, 1913, in Leipzig, Germany, he had a prominent career in both film and television until his passing on September 24, 1974, in Hamburg, West Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Horst Beck was the father of Susanne Beck. His personal life remains relatively private, with little known about his family beyond his daughter. He pursued his career with dedication, performing in various theatrical productions and films.
Career
Beck began his acting journey in 1933 with his first film “Reifende Jugend”. He continued to act throughout the 1960s, showcasing his talent on both stage and television. After World War II, he maintained a successful career in the performing arts, appearing in numerous productions that highlighted his versatile acting skills.
Death and Legacy
Horst Beck died unexpectedly at the age of 61 during rehearsals for a television play in Hamburg on September 21, 1974. His contributions to German cinema and television have left a lasting impression, and he is remembered for his significant roles in various productions.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Einmal noch die Heimat seh’n | 1958-11-06 | – |
| Sebastian Kneipp | 1958-11-27 | Dr. Schmidt |
| Die Straße | 1958-01-01 | Paulsen |
| Besuch im Karzer | 1934-11-03 | – |
| Die Diebin von Bagdad | 1952-04-10 | Arzt |
| Dame Kobold | 1953-05-31 | Cosse |
| Lockende Sterne | 1952-01-01 | Inspizient |
| Gefährdete Mädchen | 1958-03-06 | Meidecke |
| Die Stadt im Tal | 1975-01-26 | Vater Fantl |
| Reifende Jugend | 1933-09-21 | Karl Maier, Abiturient |
| Der müde Theodor | 1957-07-07 | Regierungsrat Stammfest |
| Gauner-Serenade | 1960-10-20 | Der Oberboß |
| Sensation in San Remo | 1951-09-05 | Detektiv Lobgesang |
| Die eigenen vier Wände | 1965-08-07 | Herr Ebeling |
| Onkel Phils Nachlaß | 1965-12-22 | Herr Grigson |
| Glücksritter | 1957-03-06 | Schopen |
| Der Renegat | 1967-04-15 | Polizist |
| Tanz in der Sonne | 1954-10-05 | Orense |
| Die Verrohung des Franz Blum | 1974-03-26 | Dr.Stern |
| Frau im besten Mannesalter | 1959-01-29 | Personalchef |
| Die Ermittlung | 1966-03-28 | Angeklagter Baretzky |
| Carrie | 1965-09-29 | Ein Stammgast |
| Grabenplatz 17 | 1958-07-16 | – |
| Kinder, Mütter und ein General | 1955-03-04 | – |
| Anker auf und Leinen los! | 1968-05-31 | Erwin Wernicke |
| Zirkus meines Lebens | 1968-02-05 | Ninok |
| Stahlnetz | 1958-03-14 | Kriminalkommissar Waitl |
| Stahlnetz | 1958-03-14 | Kriminalhauptmeister Ebert |
| Tatort | 1970-11-29 | Matysiak |
| Tatort | 1970-11-29 | Sallner |
| Auf der Lesebühne der Literarischen Illustrierten | 1965-09-23 | Self |
| Die Gentlemen bitten zur Kasse | 1966-02-08 | Twinky |