Manfred Krug - Actor Profile

Manfred Krug

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 8, 1937
Birth Place: Duisburg, Germany

About Manfred Krug

Manfred Krug was a German actor, singer, and writer. Until he moved to West Germany in June 1977, he was one of the most prominent artists in the GDR. During his time in the GDR, he used the pseudonyms Clemens Kerber (as a songwriter) and Isa Karfunkelstein (as an interviewer of himself).

Manfred Krug Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 80% of Manfred Krug'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 Before lightning strikes, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Manfred Krug Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Manfred Krug's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Manfred Krug has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1992 Strictly Propaganda Narrator (voice) Hit Similar →
1990 Neuner Neuner Super Hit Similar →
1986 Whopper Punch 777 Father Paletti Super Hit Similar →
1984 Josef Süß Oppenheimer Herzog Super Hit Similar →
1983 Wer raucht die Letzte? - Super Hit Similar →
1982 Fire Below Deck Otto Scheidel Average Similar →
1981 Flächenbrand Frank Hit Similar →
1980 Ein Mann fürs Leben Heinz Hit Similar →
1979 Die Faust in der Tasche Bruder Lukas Hit Similar →
1978 Das Versteck Max Brink Hit Similar →
1978 Paul kommt zurück Paul Schlieff Super Hit Similar →
1974 Kit & Co. Wild Water Bill Average Similar →
1974 How Do You Feed A Donkey? Fred Stein Average Similar →
1972 The Stolen Battle Christian Käsebier Hit Similar →
1971 Husaren in Berlin Hatik Hit Similar →
1970 Netzwerk - Super Hit Similar →
1970 My Zero Hour Kurt Hartung Average Similar →
1970 Junge Frau von 1914 Wilhem Pahl Hit Similar →
1969 Not to Me, Madam! Evas Onkel Average Similar →
1969 Treasure on the Bottom of the Lake Hauptmann Super Hit Similar →
1968 Farewell Sack Hit Similar →
1967 Pinocchio Kasper (voice) Hit Similar →
1967 The Banner of Kryvyi Rih Jule Hammer Super Hit Similar →
1967 Frau Venus und ihr Teufel Hans Müller / Tannhäuser Hit Similar →
1966 Trace of Stones Hannes Balla Average Similar →
1965 King Thrushbeard König Drosselbart Average Similar →
1965 The Ancient Coin Karl Schneider Super Hit Similar →
1964 Mir nach, Canaillen Alexander Hit Similar →
1964 Der Andere neben dir driver Schulz Hit Similar →
1963 Fog Jazz-Sänger Hit Similar →
1963 The Boxer and Death Kraft Hit Similar →
1963 Chronicle of a Summer Tom Breitsprecher Hit Similar →
1962 Minna von Barnhelm oder Das Soldatenglück Werner Average Similar →
1962 The Punch to the Jaw Georg Nikolaus Hit Similar →
1962 Midnight Revue Alexander Ritter Average Similar →
1962 Star-Crossed Lovers Hauptmann Super Hit Similar →
1962 On the Sunny Side Martin Hoff Hit Similar →
1961 Three of Many Narrator (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1961 Guten Tag, lieber Tag - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Drei Kapitel Glück - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Professor Mamlock SA-Sturmbannführer Hit Similar →
1960 Five Cartridges Oleg der Pole Super Hit Similar →
1960 What Would Happen If...? Christian Dahlke Super Hit Similar →
1960 People with Wings - Average Similar →
1959 Before lightning strikes 1. Lokomotivbauer Super Hit Similar →
1959 Reportage 57 Biene Hit Similar →
1958 Ein Mädchen von 16 ½ Freddy Hit Similar →
1957 Die Schönste - Hit Similar →
1957 Don't Forget My Little Traudel Rocksänger Hit Similar →
1957 The Love Mazurka Young man Hit Similar →

Manfred Krug - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Manfred Krug?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Manfred Krug is "Before lightning strikes" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Manfred Krug acted in?

Manfred Krug has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Manfred Krug?

Other notable films include "Treasure on the Bottom of the Lake", "Drei Kapitel Glück", and "What Would Happen If...?".

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