August Wittgenstein
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Prince August Fredrik zu Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg, known professionally as August Wittgenstein (born 22 January 1981), is a German-Swedish actor and member of the princely House of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg. Wittgenstein has appeared in English, German, and Swedish language films, starring in the 2013 German television movie Desert Heart - The Trip of My Life. He is known for his portrayals of Georg Donatus, Hereditary Grand Duke of Hesse in The Crown and Count Alfred Eckbrecht von Dürckheim-Montmartin in Ludwig II as well as his roles as Karl Tennstedt in Das Boot and Andreas Wolf in Deadwind.
August Wittgenstein Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of August Wittgenstein reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of August Wittgenstein's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of August Wittgenstein's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Before We Forget, which stands out as a key performance.
Best August Wittgenstein Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from August Wittgenstein's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie August Wittgenstein has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Before We Forget | Alexander | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Mord in Wien - Der letzte Bissen | Carl-Albrecht Nassau | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Prodigies | Lenhardt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Number 24 | Siegfried Fehmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Hunting Season | Peter | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Ein Lächeln nachts um vier | Max Severin | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Shelter | Sebastian | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Maus | Alex | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Dating Alarm | Roman | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Until We Bleed | Aron | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Ophelia | Casper | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Open Desert | Ben | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Congress | Travis (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ludwig II | Alfred Graf von Dürckheim | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Grave Dawn | Erwin Buchholz | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Angels & Demons | Swiss Guardsman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Thorns | Fabius Jucundus | Flop | Similar → |
August Wittgenstein - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of August Wittgenstein?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring August Wittgenstein is "Before We Forget" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has August Wittgenstein acted in?
August Wittgenstein has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by August Wittgenstein?
Other notable films include "Number 24", "Mord in Wien - Der letzte Bissen", and "Prodigies".