Josef Sieber

Josef Sieber was an American actor who is best known for Bachelor’s Paradise, Die Mädels vom Immenhof, and Ein gewisser Judas. He was born on April 28, 1900, in Witten an der Ruhr, Germany, and had a successful career in film and theater.

Personal and Family Life

Josef Sieber was married to Karola Johanna Hildebrandt from 1935 until his death in 1962. The couple shared a life together until Josef’s passing. He came from a humble background as the son of a butcher and initially trained as a locksmith before moving into acting.

Career

Sieber began his acting career in 1924, initially working in theater. He was part of the Volksbühne Berlin and later joined the Hamburger Kammerspielen. Over his career, he became known for playing funny and relatable characters in films, particularly during the 1930s and 1940s. His most memorable performance was singing “Das kann doch einen Seemann nicht erschüttern” in the film Bachelor’s Paradise.

Death and Legacy

Josef Sieber passed away on December 3, 1962, in Hamburg, West Germany, due to a heart attack. His contributions to German cinema and theater left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his unique characters and musical talents. His works continue to be celebrated by fans of classic films.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Wenn die Heide blüht 1960-10-20 Dirk
Die Mädels vom Immenhof 1955-08-11 Hein Daddel
Ferien auf Immenhof 1957-09-03 Hein Daddel
Paradies der Junggesellen 1939-07-31 Cäsar Spreckelsen
Die goldene Spinne 1943-12-23 Chauffeur Berger
Diesel 1943-02-09 Martin
Mann für Mann 1939-08-03 Richard „Jolly“ Gauter, Caissonarbeiter
Und wieder 48 1948-11-05 Architekt Ring
Heideschulmeister Uwe Karsten 1954-01-11 Jan
Kameraden auf See 1938-03-12 Oberbootsmannsmaat Reschke
Männerwirtschaft 1941-03-21 Hannes – Knecht
Die drei Codonas 1940-08-01 Edward Codona
Das Verlegenheitskind 1938-12-23 Jupp Spriesterbach
Achtung! Feind hört mit! 1940-01-02 Werkmeister Böttcher
Keine Angst vor großen Tieren 1953-07-30 Polizist
Schatten der Nacht 1950-01-10 Mumme
Die letzte Nacht 1949-02-11 Hauptfeldwebel Mahnke
Napoleon in New Orleans 1959-05-18 Carotte
Morgengrauen 1954-09-01 Wilheilm Schramm
Ein Mädchen aus Paris 1954-11-23
Der Schäfer vom Trutzberg 1959-01-16 Kassian Ziegenspoek – Sergeant
Heldentum nach Ladenschluss 1955-05-17 Richard Siewert
Schicksal am Strom 1944-10-02 Karl Rubach, Schiffseigner
Um neun kommt Harald 1944-01-06 Hausdiener Paul Winkelmann
Artistenblut 1949-08-26 Canossa – Garderobier
Die Schenke zur ewigen Liebe 1945-01-01 Gastwirt Krüger
Zigeunerbaron 1935-04-16 Pali
Adieu, Prinzessin 1961-01-24 Karl Stiller
Robert Koch, der Bekämpfer des Todes 1939-12-30 Waldhüter Göhrke
Das Mädchen Johanna 1935-04-26 Mann bei der Krönung
Fünf unter Verdacht 1950-03-03 Palsberg / Erik Palsberg
Kora Terry 1940-11-27 Karel Tobias – gen. Tobs
Junge Adler 1944-05-24 Pilot Martin
Tinko 1957-03-29 Großvater Kraske
Glück aus Ohio 1950-12-22 Ottokar Schulz
Pappi 1934-05-03 Lehmann
Der stumme Gast 1945-03-01 Jakob, Knecht
Nordlicht 1938-09-19 Beitsar