Günter Meisner - Actor Profile

Günter Meisner

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 18, 1926
Birth Place: Bremen, Germany

About Günter Meisner

Günter Meisner (18 April 1926 – 5 December 1994) was a German TV and film character actor. He is remembered for his several cinematic portrayals of Adolf Hitler and for his role as Mr. Slugworth in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. He was fluent in four languages and appeared in many English-language, German-language and French-language films.

Günter Meisner Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Günter Meisner reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 96% of Günter Meisner'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 Eine Mutter kämpft um ihren Sohn, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Günter Meisner Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Günter Meisner's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Günter Meisner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1994 Eine Mutter kämpft um ihren Sohn Wegener Super Hit Similar →
1993 Faraway, So Close! Forger Hit Similar →
1991 Te Rua Professor Biederstedt Hit Similar →
1991 Leporella - Super Hit Similar →
1990 Central Station El Amigo de Alex Hit Similar →
1990 The Little People Schneider Super Hit Similar →
1989 Bride of the Orient Priest Barmettler Super Hit Similar →
1988 The Case of Mr. Spalt Bobby Steinbeck Super Hit Similar →
1986 In a Glass Cage Klaus Hit Similar →
1986 Das Geheimnis von Lismore Castle Sir Ralph Whitecombe Hit Similar →
1986 Gestatten, Bestatter Herr Abendroth Super Hit Similar →
1984 Der Mord mit der Schere - Super Hit Similar →
1984 Under the Volcano Herr Krausberg (German Attaché) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1983 Plem, Plem – Die Schule brennt History teacher Borwald Hit Similar →
1982 Ace of Aces Adolf Hitler / Angela Hitler Hit Similar →
1982 The Man on the Wall Dr. Steiner Super Hit Similar →
1982 Zwei Tote im Sender und Don Carlos im PoGl Maskenbildner Hit Similar →
1980 Gibbi West Germany Patient Super Hit Similar →
1980 Meister Timpe Herr Rahm Super Hit Similar →
1980 Die Paulskirche - Super Hit Similar →
1979 The Tin Drum Gestapo Agent Hit Similar →
1979 Wie Rauch und Staub - Hit Similar →
1978 The Boys from Brazil Farnbach Hit Similar →
1975 Inside Out Schmidt Hit Similar →
1975 Depressionen Dr. Müller Super Hit Similar →
1975 A Happy Family Life Hektiker Hit Similar →
1974 Between Wars Karl Schneider Super Hit Similar →
1974 Borsalino and Co. Doctor Average Similar →
1974 The Odessa File General Greifer Hit Similar →
1973 Werwölfe - Super Hit Similar →
1973 The Battle of Sutjeska German General Hit Similar →
1971 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory Mr. Slugworth Super Hit Similar →
1970 Hauser's Memory Koroweiw Hit Similar →
1970 Schlagzeilen über einen Mord Taxifahrer #3 Super Hit Similar →
1969 The Bridge at Remagen SS Officer Hit Similar →
1967 The College Girl Murders Greaves Hit Similar →
1966 Funeral in Berlin Kreutzman Average Similar →
1966 Is Paris Burning? SS Commander in Pantin Hit Similar →
1966 Großer Ring mit Außenschleife Fotograf Super Hit Similar →
1965 One Day: A Report from a German Concentration Camp 1939 - Hit Similar →
1964 The Foggy Night Murderer Kriminalassistent Behrend Hit Similar →
1964 Das Martyrium des Peter OHey Der Wissenschaftler Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Black Cobra Wunderlich ('Mr. Green') Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Counterfeit Traitor Priest (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1961 Ein wahrer Held Shawn Keogh Super Hit Similar →
1960 Abendstunde im Spätherbst Sekretär Super Hit Similar →
1959 The Black Chapel 1. Killer Hit Similar →
1959 Ship of the Dead Paul Hit Similar →
1959 Notes from a Gynecologist's Diary Dr. Rott - Oberarzt Hit Similar →
1957 Kopf oder Zahl Kid Super Hit Similar →

Günter Meisner - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Günter Meisner?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Günter Meisner is "Eine Mutter kämpft um ihren Sohn" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Günter Meisner acted in?

Günter Meisner has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Günter Meisner?

Other notable films include "Großer Ring mit Außenschleife", "Ein wahrer Held", and "Kopf oder Zahl".

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