Georg Friedrich
ActingAbout Georg Friedrich
Georg Friedrich (born 31 October 1966) is an Austrian actor. He appeared in more than eighty films since 1984. He won the Silver Bear for Best Actor at the 2017 Berlin Film Festival for his performance in the film Bright Nights.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Georg Friedrich reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Georg Friedrich's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Georg Friedrich remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Polt muss weinen, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Georg Friedrich Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Georg Friedrich's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Georg Friedrich.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Fabula | Hendrik | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Sisi & I | Archduke Ludwig Viktor of Austria | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Sparta | Ewald | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Buba | Dante Otto | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Rimini | Ewald | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Great Freedom | Viktor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Narcissus and Goldmund | Fürst | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Asphaltgorillas | Ronny | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The New End | Der Heiler | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Nichts zu verlieren | Richard "Richy" Niedermaier | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Wild Mouse | Erich | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Winnetou - A New World | Slim Miller | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Der Hund begraben | Mike | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Hotel Rock'n'Roll | Schorsch | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Marija | Georg | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Wild | Boris | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Aloys | Aloys | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Pokerface - Grandman Takes Them All | Köhn | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Vampire Sisters 2: Bats in the Belly | Xantor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Stereo | Keitel | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | My Blind Heart | Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Measuring the World | Slave Trader | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Lullaby Ride | Jorge | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Föhnlage - Ein Alpenkrimi | Karl Swoboda | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Breathing | Rudolf Kienast | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Above Us Only Sky | Alexander Runge | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Faust | Wagner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Edge | Falk | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | My Best Enemy | Rudi Smekal | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | At Ellen’s Age | Florian | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Parkour | Janko | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Contact High | Schorsch | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | North Face | Edi Rainer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Import/Export | Pfleger Andi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Unpolished | Ingmar | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Eight Miles High | Lurchi | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Tough Enough | Holger Hagenbeck | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Unveiled | Burkhardt | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | C(r)ook | Tom | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Welcome Home | Rösler | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Silentium | Hausmeister Josef | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Slugs | Schorsch | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Uprising | German Guard Outside of Shack | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Blumen für Polt | Mike Hackl | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Piano Teacher | L'homme en voiture | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dog Days | Angetrunkener Freund von Vikerl | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Polt muss weinen | Mike Hackl | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Opera ball | Polier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | 71 Fragments of a Chronology of Chance | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Seventh Continent | Fault Service of the Post Office | Hit | Similar → |
Georg Friedrich - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Georg Friedrich?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Georg Friedrich is "Polt muss weinen" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Georg Friedrich acted in?
Georg Friedrich has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Georg Friedrich?
Other notable films include "Blumen für Polt", "The Seventh Continent", and "The Piano Teacher".