
Horst Hesslein
ActingHorst Hesslein Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Horst Hesslein reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Horst Hesslein's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Horst Hesslein'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 Knife in the Back, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Horst Hesslein Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Horst Hesslein's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Horst Hesslein has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Der kleine Riese | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Slow Attack | 2. Gefängnisbeamter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Die Rache der Ostfriesen | Herr Eppo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Knife in the Back | Barkeeper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Battle of the Godfathers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Nerze nachts am Straßenrand | Polizeiarzt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Gabriel | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Im Fahrwasser | Horst | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | $ | Bruno | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Jürgen Roland’s St. Pauli-Report | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Jailbreak in Hamburg | Jimmy | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Prostitution heute | Fotograf | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Unter den Dächern von St. Pauli | Leo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Angels of the Street | Mohr | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Einer fehlt beim Kurkonzert | Reent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | When Night Falls on the Reeperbahn | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Jerry Cotton: Tip Not Included | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Polizeirevier Davidswache | Egon | Flop | Similar → |
Horst Hesslein - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Horst Hesslein?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Horst Hesslein is "Knife in the Back" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Horst Hesslein acted in?
Horst Hesslein has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Horst Hesslein?
Other notable films include "Einer fehlt beim Kurkonzert", "Jerry Cotton: Tip Not Included", and "Im Fahrwasser".

