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 |
