Nico Turoff was an American actor known for his roles in Trenck – Der Roman einer großen Liebe, G.P.U., and The Devious Path. He was active in the film industry from the silent movie era into the sound film era, and continued acting into his old age.
Personal and Family Life
Nico Turoff was born on December 6, 1899, in Kremenchuk, which was part of the Russian Empire. He initially started his career as a boxer but had to leave Russia due to the October Revolution. After relocating, he found opportunities in Europe and used his striking looks to start acting, which led him to a successful film career.
Career Highlights
Turoff became well-known for playing negative characters in films. He sustained his career successfully during the war and remained a popular supporting actor throughout the 1960s and 1970s, often taking on small roles. Despite the smaller parts, he continued to be a familiar face on screen.
Death and Legacy
Nico Turoff passed away on June 22, 1978, in East Berlin, East Germany. His contributions to film left a lasting impression, and he is remembered for his versatility as an actor who successfully transitioned between silent and sound films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Dornröschen | 1971-03-26 | Wirt |
| König Drosselbart | 1965-12-01 | Kutscher Sebastian |
| Silvesterpunsch | 1960-12-30 | Cashier |
| Abwege | 1928-08-10 | Sam Taylor |
| Les Misérables | 1958-03-11 | Chenildieu |
| Trenck – Der Roman einer großen Liebe | 1932-10-27 | Potemkin |
| Das Leben ruft | 1944-12-20 | Knecht Josef |
| Der Dieb von San Marengo | 1963-07-25 | Bulldogge |
| Schüsse unterm Galgen | 1968-06-22 | Henker |
| Die Wahlverwandtschaften | 1974-08-27 | Gärtner |