Käthe Haack was a German actress who is best known for her roles in “Emil and the Detectives,” “Meine vier Jungens,” and “The Adventures of Baron Munchausen.” She had a long and versatile career, performing in over 200 films from the silent era to post-war cinema.
Personal and Family Life
Käthe Haack was born on August 11, 1897, in Berlin, Germany. She was the daughter of Karl Wilhelm Paul Haack and Sophie Margarethe Jahn Haack. Throughout her life, she was married to Heinrich Schroth, with whom she had one child. She was also a stepmother to Heinz Schroth and Carl-Heinz Schroth.
Career
Käthe began her acting career on stage in 1914 and became a notable member of the Preußische Staatstheater ensemble in Berlin. She successfully transitioned into sound films and took on a variety of roles, from leading parts in silent films to humorous and maternal characters in later works. Her ability to adapt helped her maintain a prominent presence in the film industry for many decades.
Death and Legacy
Käthe Haack passed away on May 5, 1986, in West Berlin, West Germany. Her extensive filmography reflects her remarkable talent and dedication to the craft of acting. She is remembered as a beloved figure in German cinema, having contributed significantly to its development over the years.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Alraune | 1930-03-02 | Frau Raspe |
| Emil und die Detektive | 1931-12-02 | Frau Tischbein |
| Jerry Cotton: Dynamit in grüner Seide | 1968-02-23 | Mrs. Cotton |
| Black Coffee | 1973-08-02 | Caroline |
| Feuerwerk | 1954-09-15 | Karoline Oberholzer |
| Münchhausen | 1943-03-05 | Baronin Münchhausen |
| Familie Schimek | 1935-11-29 | Frau Schimek |
| Der letzte Fußgänger | 1960-09-15 | Frau von Hartwig |
| Jede Nacht in einem anderen Bett | 1957-01-31 | Wirtin |
| Ein Hut von ganz spezieller Art | 1978-11-10 | Frau Kulicke |