Otto Wernicke
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Otto Karl Robert Wernicke (30 September 1893, Osterode am Harz – 7 November 1965) was a German actor. He was best known for his role as police inspector Karl Lohmann in the two Fritz Lang films M and The Testament of Dr. Mabuse. He was the first one to portray Captain Smith in the first "official" Titanic film. Wernicke was married to a Jewish woman. Only due to a special permit was he allowed to continue his work in Nazi Germany. Description above from the Wikipedia article Otto Wernicke licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Otto Wernicke reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Otto Wernicke's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Otto Wernicke remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in M, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Otto Wernicke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Otto Wernicke's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Otto Wernicke.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | Immer die Mädchen | Diener Adam Fröschl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Das Sonntagskind | Willowitz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Studentin Helene Willfüer | Dr. Rainer sr. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Sky Without Stars | Inspektor Hoffmann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chased by the Devil | Herr Dakar | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Wer fuhr den grauen Ford? | Kriminalkommissar Thieme | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Du bist nicht allein | Martin Jürgens | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Amico | Robert Kornagel, Konditormeister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Long Is the Road | doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Between Yesterday and Tomorrow | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Kolberg | Bauer Werner | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Molander Case | Kunsthändler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Das Leben ruft | Der Vater | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Seinerzeit zu meiner Zeit | Amtgerichtsrat Witt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Titanic | Kapitän Edward J. Smith | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Der Seniorchef | Georg von Schulte, Pferdezüchter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Great King | Oberst Rochow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Waitress Anna | Ludwig Burgstaller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Homecoming | Old Manz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Maria Ilona | Fürst Windischgrätz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Der Stammbaum des Dr. Pistorius | Franz Tettenborn, Schuhmachermeister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Midsummer Night's Fire | Vogelreuter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | D III 88 | Oberwerkmeister Bonicke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gold in New Frisco | Jonathan Pepper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Silvesternacht am Alexanderplatz | Gast im 'Elite' | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Drei wunderschöne Tage | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Dreizehn Mann und eine Kanone | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Liebesbriefe aus dem Engadin | Thomas Viertinger, Hotelier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Nordlicht | Kaufmann Hansen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wie einst im Mai | Schradecke, Stellmacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Der Katzensteg | Gastwirt Merckel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Das große Abenteuer | Kriminalrat | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Stimme des Blutes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Manege | Jan Morell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Gleisdreieck | Scheffler - Aufsichtsbeamter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Das Schloß in Flandern | Bonnet - Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Arzt aus Leidenschaft | Geheimrat Grimm, Chefarzt der Klinik | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Die lustigen Weiber | Herr Fluth / Frank Ford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Knockout – Ein junges Mädchen, ein junger Mann | Boxmanager Schmidtchen | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Master of the World | Wolter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Die vertauschte Braut | Der Gefängnisdirektor | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Fugitive from Chicago | Wolke, Werkmeister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Der Tunnel | Bärmann | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | S.A. Mann Brand | Herr Brand | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Testament of Dr. Mabuse | Kommissar Lohmann | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Die blonde Christl | Franz Lechner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Bartered Bride | Heiratsvermittler Kezal | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Night of Temptation | Gesandter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Peter Voss, Thief of Millions | Pitt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | M | Inspector Karl Lohmann | Super Hit | Similar → |
Otto Wernicke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Otto Wernicke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Otto Wernicke is "M" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Otto Wernicke acted in?
Otto Wernicke has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Otto Wernicke?
Other notable films include "The Testament of Dr. Mabuse", "Wer fuhr den grauen Ford?", and "The Great King".