Claus Theo Gärtner - Actor Profile

Claus Theo Gärtner

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
33Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 19, 1943
Birth Place: Berlin, Germany

Claus Theo Gärtner Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Claus Theo Gärtner reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Claus Theo Gärtner's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 58% of Claus Theo Gärtner'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 Eisenwichser, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Claus Theo Gärtner Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Claus Theo Gärtner's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Eisenwichser (1972) movie poster
★10.0

Eisenwichser:

Eisenwichser

1972•Drama
★10.0
Auf dünnem Eis (1995) movie poster
★10.0

Auf dünnem Eis:

Auf dünnem Eis

1995•Drama
★9.0
The First Polka (1979) movie poster
★9.0

The First Polka: The intertwined lives of people of both Polish and German extraction who live on the pre-World War II border between the

The First Polka

1979•Drama
★9.0
Stellenweise Glatteis (1975) movie poster
★9.0

Stellenweise Glatteis: Karl Maiwald, a Dortmund auto mechanic, struggles amid neighbor disputes and family tension. Discovering his company’s c

Stellenweise Glatteis

1975•Drama
★9.0
Der Gast (1982) movie poster
★9.0

Der Gast:

Der Gast

1982•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Claus Theo Gärtner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 Die Verwandlung Self Flop Similar →
2019 Matula - Tod auf Mallorca Josef Matula Flop Similar →
2018 Matula: Der Schatten des Berges Matula Flop Similar →
2017 Matula Matula Super Hit Similar →
2009 Der Mann aus der Pfalz Heiner Geißler Flop Similar →
2004 Leaf and Blossom - The Inheritance Charly Super Hit Similar →
2004 Der Pralinenmörder - Flop Similar →
1995 Auf dünnem Eis Michael Schänker Super Hit Similar →
1985 Grand mit 3 Damen Urs Super Hit Similar →
1983 Hanna von acht bis acht - Hit Similar →
1982 Der Gast Erich Super Hit Similar →
1981 Bahnhofsgeschichten - Super Hit Similar →
1981 Bäume ausreißen Lemke Flop Similar →
1980 Ein Mann fürs Leben Conny Hit Similar →
1980 Das Ziel Säger Super Hit Similar →
1979 The First Polka Feldwebel Metzmacher Super Hit Similar →
1978 Heroin 4 Jürgen Lenz Flop Similar →
1978 Mittags auf dem Roten Platz Drjemluga Hit Similar →
1978 Winterspelt 1944 Corporal Hubert Reidel Super Hit Similar →
1977 Operation Ganymed Doug Flop Similar →
1977 Der Weilburger Kadettenmord Trapp Flop Similar →
1975 A Happy Family Life Rainer Hit Similar →
1975 Stellenweise Glatteis Martin Voigt Super Hit Similar →
1975 Der Alte Manfred Nöll Flop Similar →
1974 One or the Other of Us Kronert Flop Similar →
1973 Frau Kutzer und andere Bewohner der Naunynstraße - Flop Similar →
1972 Eisenwichser Volker Super Hit Similar →
1972 Zoff Fred Hit Similar →
1971 Jaider, the Lonely Hunter Anderl Super Hit Similar →
1970 Ein Mädchen Erster Student Hit Similar →
1969 Alma Mater Ulrich Hit Similar →
1969 Altersgenossen Erster Student Flop Similar →
1957 Der Tod des Präsidenten Jake de Bonay Flop Similar →

Claus Theo Gärtner - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Claus Theo Gärtner?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Claus Theo Gärtner is "Eisenwichser" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Claus Theo Gärtner acted in?

Claus Theo Gärtner has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Claus Theo Gärtner?

Other notable films include "Auf dünnem Eis", "The First Polka", and "Stellenweise Glatteis".

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