Oskar Höcker was an American actor best known for The Testament of Dr. Mabuse, The Threepenny Opera, and The Gypsy Baron. He was born on July 21, 1892, in Karlsruhe, Germany, and passed away on December 14, 1959, in Enzklösterle, Baden-Württemberg, West Germany.
Personal and Family Life
Oskar Höcker trained at the Theaterakademie Wien under the guidance of Albert Heine. In the early 1930s, he was recognized as a supporting actor frequently cast in major productions. He portrayed various characters, including working-class men and gangsters, showcasing his versatility on stage and screen.
Career
Höcker was a prolific character actor who appeared in numerous significant films during the 1930s and 1940s, especially with Ufa. After World War II, his film career declined as he transitioned to East German productions with Defa. He participated in many wartime German movies, such as “Jud Süss” and “Anuschka.”
Death and Legacy
Oskar Höcker died on December 14, 1959, leaving behind a legacy of diverse roles that displayed his talent. His contributions to cinema, particularly in German film during a tumultuous period, are remembered by fans and historians of the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Kameradschaft | 1931-11-17 | Obersteiger |
| Nanon | 1938-11-15 | 3. Corporal |
| Die 3 Groschen-Oper | 1931-02-18 | Mackie Messer’s Gang Member |
| Der Untertan | 1951-08-31 | Fritzsche |
| Jud Süß | 1940-09-24 | Fahrer der verunglückten Kutsche |
| Freies Land | 1946-10-18 | Neubauer Kubinski |
| Anuschka | 1942-03-24 | |
| Akrobat schö-ö-ö-n | 1943-12-01 | |
| Seine erste Liebe | 1933-12-21 | |
| Berlin-Alexanderplatz | 1931-10-07 |