Elisabeth Bergner
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Elisabeth Bergner (born Ella vel Ettel Bergner; August 22, 1897 – May 12, 1986) was an Austrian and British actress. Primarily a stage actress, her career flourished in Berlin and Paris, before she moved to London to work in films. She is best known for her title role in The Rise of Catherine the Great (1934) and arguably her signature role, Gemma Jones in Margaret Kennedy's play Escape Me Never. She originated it in London and on Broadway, and later reprised it in the 1935 film adaptation, which earned her an Academy Award nomination.
Elisabeth Bergner Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Elisabeth Bergner reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Elisabeth Bergner's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 62% of Elisabeth Bergner'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 Lady Juan, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Elisabeth Bergner Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Elisabeth Bergner's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Elisabeth Bergner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Wenn ich dich nicht hätte | Sophie Kaiser | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Der Garten | Mrs. Merriman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Feine Gesellschaft – Beschränkte Haftung | Else | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Der Pfingstausflug | Margarete Johannsen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Memories of Berlin: The Twilight of Weimar Culture | Self - Interviewee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The House on the Hill | Ellen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Nachtdienst | Baroness | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Der große Zauberer - Max Reinhardt | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Pedestrian | Frau Lilienthal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Strogoff | Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Cry of the Banshee | Oona | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Happy Years of the Thorwalds | Frau Thorwald | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Paris Calling | Marianne Jannetier | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Stolen Life | Sylvina Lawrence / Martina Lawrence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Dreaming Lips | Gaby Lawrence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | As You Like It | Rosalind | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Escape Me Never | Gemma Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Rise of Catherine the Great | Catherine | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Dreaming Lips | Gaby | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Ariane | Ariane Kusnetzowa | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Fräulein Else | Else Thalhof | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Love | Herzogin von Langeais | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Lady Juan | Doña Juana | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Impetuous Youth | Renee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Husbands or Lovers | Nju | Average | Similar → |
| 1924 | Der Evangelimann | Magdalena | Hit | Similar → |
Elisabeth Bergner - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Elisabeth Bergner?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elisabeth Bergner is "Lady Juan" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Elisabeth Bergner acted in?
Elisabeth Bergner has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Elisabeth Bergner?
Other notable films include "The Happy Years of the Thorwalds", "Wenn ich dich nicht hätte", and "Der große Zauberer - Max Reinhardt".