Wastl Witt was an American actor best known for Der weißblaue Löwe, Erster Klasse, and Venus vor Gericht. He was a character actor and comedian who started his career in the 1910s and became active in films from 1933, often playing rural Bavarian roles.
Personal and Family Life
Born on July 20, 1882, Wastl Witt initially worked as a pitman before turning to acting. His passion for acting grew through performances on amateur stages. In the 1910s, he gained recognition as a comedian alongside the renowned Weiss-Ferdl. Following World War II, he continued to thrive both on stage and in films.
Death and Legacy
Wastl Witt passed away on December 22, 1955, in Munich, Germany. His contributions to acting were commemorated in 1964 when a street in Munich was named in his honor. Witt’s work in cinema and radio plays left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Zärtliches Geheimnis | 1956-03-07 | Herr Kramer |
| Das sündige Dorf | 1954-09-09 | Mathias Vogelhuber |
| Der weißblaue Löwe | 1952-11-18 | Josef Filser |
| Die keusche Sünderin | 1944-02-11 | Kleemoser |
| Kleine Residenz | 1942-05-28 | Frimmel |
| Tonelli | 1943-07-12 | Agent Bauer |
| Das Gerücht | 1951-11-01 | |
| Erster Klasse | 1955-10-06 | Josef Filser |
| S.A. Mann Brand | 1933-06-13 | Wirt des Cafés Diana |
| Venus vor Gericht | 1941-06-04 |