Siegfried Breuer

Siegfried Breuer was an Austrian-American actor known for his roles in “The Third Man,” “Romanze in Moll,” and “Der Postmeister.” He was celebrated for his charming portrayals of suave characters throughout his career.

Personal and Family Life

Siegfried Breuer was born on June 24, 1906, in Vienna, Austria-Hungary. He was the son of Hans Breuer, an opera singer and actor. Breuer was married six times, including to noted actress Maria Andergast. He had a son, Siegfried Breuer Jr., and he was a grandfather to Jacques and Pascal Breuer.

Career

Breuer trained as an actor at Vienna’s Academy for Music and the Performing Arts, learning alongside famous talents like Paula Wessely. He gained prominence in the late 1930s for his film roles, particularly in “Der Postmeister” and “Romanze in Moll.” His performance as Popescu in “The Third Man” (1949) is particularly remembered, showcasing his ability to bring a sophisticated touch to his characters.

Death and Legacy

Siegfried Breuer passed away on February 1, 1954, in Weende, Göttingen, Germany, at the age of 47 due to pneumonia complications. Despite his brief life, he left behind a legacy of memorable performances and a significant impact on the film industry, especially in German cinema.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
The Third Man 1949-08-31 Popescu
Romanze in Moll 1943-06-25 Viktor
Der Postmeister 1940-04-23 Rittmeister Minskij
Der Weg ins Freie 1941-05-06 Graf Stefan Oginski
Wiener G’schichten 1940-08-08 Baron von Brelowsky
Venus vor Gericht 1941-06-04 Benjamin Hecht, Kunsthändler
Der letzte Walzer 1953-08-26 General Krasinski
Die tolle Susanne 1945-01-01
Melusine 1944-01-01 Stefan Brock
Sommerliebe 1942-11-26 Baron von Worowsky
Alles Lüge 1949-10-13 Berthold Plamershof – ihr Sohn
Vagabunden 1949-10-17 Andy Karr
Gefährlicher Frühling 1943-11-30 Professor Alfred Lorenz
Philine 1949-02-17 Dr. Thomas Bratt – Rechtsanwalt
Annie 1948-06-04 Alexander Radkofsky
Rote Rosen, rote Lippen, roter Wein 1953-12-18 Polizeipräfekt
Mutterliebe 1939-12-19 Kammersänger
Orient-Express 1944-12-01 Baron Erich Hübner
Anuschka 1942-03-24 Prof. Felix von Hartberg
Am Abend nach der Oper 1945-08-31 Rudolph Manders
Maresi 1950-06-01 Tabakovitsch
Das unsterbliche Antlitz 1949-09-02 Fürst Catti
Leinen aus Irland 1939-10-15 Dr. Kuhn
Menschen im Sturm 1941-12-19 Hauptmann Rakic
Regimentsmusik 1950-08-31 Dr. Robert Rottweil
Liebling der Welt 1949-03-11 Harry Belmont
Gabriela 1950-04-06 Thomas Lorenzen
Der Schuß durchs Fenster 1950-01-17 Kriminalkommissar Rittner
Der Vogelhändler 1953-09-16 Marquis de Tréville
Eine Frau mit Herz 1951-03-15 Manfred Schilling
Zyankali 1949-12-01 Dr. Frank Morava
Johannes und die 13 Schönheitsköniginnen 1951-09-25 Oberst
Fregola 1948-12-25 Pablo Mendez
Unter den Sternen von Capri 1953-11-26 Reeder Bramfeld
Prämien auf den Tod 1950-01-13 Peter Lissen – Versicherungsagent
Man lebt nur einmal 1952-11-07 Rollincourt
Wir tanzen auf dem Regenbogen 1952-12-25 Sophokles
Anton, der Letzte 1939-11-30 Lawyer
Operette 1940-12-20