Karin Schröder - Actor Profile

Karin Schröder

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
29Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 7, 1942
Birth Place: Berlin, Germany

About Karin Schröder

Karin Schröder first role was in New Year's Eve. She has an acting degree at the HFF Potsdam, where she had occasional stage guest performances. She has appeared in various films of the DEFA and the DFF. During her studies, she was engaged by the director Günter Reisch for roles in his contemporary comedies. Her early work focused on East German film and television productions. With notable radio plays. She had a great audience success in 1964 alongside comedian Rolf Herricht in the film musical Geliebte weisse Maus. At the 1978 IFF Karlovy Vary, she was named best actress alongside Hildegard Knef. In 1987 she moved to the Federal Republic of Germany and became known as the boss in the long-lasting RTL series Die Wache nationwide. From 1994 to 1995, Karin Schröder played the role of Sophie Himmel-Eiler in the RTL soap opera Unter uns.

Karin Schröder Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Karin Schröder reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 55% of Karin Schröder'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 Familie Rechlin, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Karin Schröder Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Karin Schröder's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Karin Schröder has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1991 Killer Rita Hit Similar →
1989 Land der Väter, Land der Söhne Frau Machacheck Super Hit Similar →
1987 Vorspiel Stadträtin Super Hit Similar →
1987 Der Bremsklotz Inge Herr Flop Similar →
1987 Jan Oppen Jonnys Mutter Super Hit Similar →
1987 Like Father, Like Son Anne Ostermann Flop Similar →
1986 Das Mehrzweckzimmer Cäcilia Flop Similar →
1985 Zwei Nikoläuse unterwegs Margarete List Super Hit Similar →
1983 My Father Is Confused Ursula Spyrka Hit Similar →
1982 Familie Rechlin - Super Hit Similar →
1981 The Case of Detlef Kammrath Dr Karoline Kammrath Super Hit Similar →
1980 Dach überm Kopf - Flop Similar →
1979 Pinselheinrich Radieschen Flop Similar →
1979 Zugvogel am Sund Carola Hit Similar →
1978 Einer muß die Leiche sein Lisa Gotthardt Average Similar →
1977 The Little Magician and the Big Bad Mark Mutter Schneidewind Super Hit Similar →
1976 Rotfuchs Sabine Flop Similar →
1975 Man against Man - Super Hit Similar →
1974 Hallo, Taxi! - Super Hit Similar →
1972 Tapetenwechsel Elke Wollemann Super Hit Similar →
1971 Filmemacher - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Das Chamäleon Mrs. Huber Flop Similar →
1965 Terrible Woman Alena Pokerná Flop Similar →
1964 Pension Boulanka - Average Similar →
1964 The Small White Mouse Helene Bräuer Hit Similar →
1963 Oh, diese Jugend - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Ach, du fröhliche Anne Lörke Average Similar →
1961 The Shadow Annunziata Flop Similar →
1960 New Year’s Eve Punch Ruth Flop Similar →

Karin Schröder - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Karin Schröder?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Karin Schröder is "Familie Rechlin" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Karin Schröder acted in?

Karin Schröder has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Karin Schröder?

Other notable films include "Vorspiel", "Land der Väter, Land der Söhne", and "Tapetenwechsel".

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