Herbert Knaup - Actor Profile

Herbert Knaup

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 23, 1956
Birth Place: Sonthofen, Germany

About Herbert Knaup

Herbert Knaup is a German film and television actor. He is perhaps best-known to international audiences for his supporting roles in Run Lola Run and The Lives of Others. Longtime companion of actress Natalia Wörner until 2001. Supports the SOS Children's Villages. Started a career as musician with his two nephews in their band "Neffen und Knaup" (Nephews and Knaup) (2007). Founding member of the German Screen Actors Guild. After graduating from the Otto Falckenberg School, the Academy of Performing Arts in Munich, he made his stage debut in 1978.

Herbert Knaup Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Herbert Knaup 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 Herbert Knaup's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 88% of Herbert Knaup'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 Harte Brötchen, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Herbert Knaup Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Herbert Knaup's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Herbert Knaup has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Der Geier - Die Tote mit dem falschen Leben Frank Becker Hit Similar →
2022 Einfach mal was Schönes Robert Average Similar →
2021 The Salvation Of The World As We Know It Stetter Average Similar →
2018 Hubert und Staller – Eine schöne Bescherung Franz Hübner Hit Similar →
2018 Crossroads Heiner Witt Hit Similar →
2017 Ein Sommer im Allgäu Hans Average Similar →
2016 Der Bankraub von Kamphausen Hit Similar →
2012 Move Dinas Vater Average Similar →
2011 In Darkness Ignacy Chiger Hit Similar →
2009 Beyond the Wall Frank Pramann Hit Similar →
2008 Mogadischu Ulrich Wegener Hit Similar →
2008 Die Geschichte vom Brandner Kaspar Erzengel Michael Hit Similar →
2008 Der große Tom Dr. Heinrich Werhahn Super Hit Similar →
2007 Späte Aussicht Peter Frei Hit Similar →
2007 Fürchte dich nicht Ralf Bischof Super Hit Similar →
2006 In the Name of Love Herr Novak Hit Similar →
2006 Der Untergang der Pamir Ludwig Lewerenz Super Hit Similar →
2006 The Lives of Others Gregor Hessenstein Super Hit Similar →
2005 Margarete Steiff Vater Steiff Hit Similar →
2005 Der Mörder meines Vaters Phillip Koch Super Hit Similar →
2004 Rock Crystal Paul Hit Similar →
2004 Der letzte Flug Hauptmann Kant Hit Similar →
2003 Annas Heimkehr Toni Schweighofer Super Hit Similar →
2003 Der Herr der Wüste Richard Bucher Hit Similar →
2003 Ins Leben zurück Martin Lorenz Super Hit Similar →
2003 Der Aufstand Rudolf Herrnstadt Super Hit Similar →
2003 Distant Lights Klaus Hit Similar →
2002 August der Glückliche Grabowski Super Hit Similar →
2002 Harte Brötchen Jörg Erdmann Super Hit Similar →
2002 Therapie und Praxis Bernhard Meier Hit Similar →
2002 Ich bring Dich hinter Gitter Schaller Hit Similar →
2001 Die Tochter des Kommissars Volker Harms Hit Similar →
2000 Die Nacht der Engel Breiner Hit Similar →
2000 Gefährliche Träume - Das Geheimnis einer Frau Leonard Cass Super Hit Similar →
2000 Ordinary Decent Criminal De Heer Average Similar →
1999 A Good Opportunity Lorenz Kellermann Hit Similar →
1999 Framed Un infirmier Super Hit Similar →
1998 Fever Doermer Hit Similar →
1998 Run Lola Run Father Hit Similar →
1998 Blind Date - Flirt mit Folgen Markus Super Hit Similar →
1997 Die Musterknaben Kamphausen Hit Similar →
1997 Die Friendensmission – 10 Stunden Angst Major Weinrich Super Hit Similar →
1997 Sanfte Morde Dr. Plath Super Hit Similar →
1997 Silver and Gold - Super Hit Similar →
1996 Kriegsbilder Jan Loy Super Hit Similar →
1995 Magic Girl Horst Antz Super Hit Similar →
1995 Brother of Sleep Cantor Goller Hit Similar →
1995 Kinder der Nacht David Super Hit Similar →
1994 Unschuldsengel Paul Hansen Hit Similar →
1989 Waller's Last Trip Waller (jung) Average Similar →

Herbert Knaup - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Herbert Knaup?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Herbert Knaup is "Harte Brötchen" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Herbert Knaup acted in?

Herbert Knaup has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Herbert Knaup?

Other notable films include "Magic Girl", "August der Glückliche", and "Silver and Gold".

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