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.
Otto Wernicke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Otto Wernicke 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 Otto Wernicke's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Otto Wernicke'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 Studentin Helene Willfüer, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Otto Wernicke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Otto Wernicke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Otto Wernicke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Das Sonntagskind | Willowitz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Studentin Helene Willfüer | Dr. Rainer sr. | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Shadows Over Naples | Pietro | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | City of Violence | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Die fidele Tankstelle | Gustav Krause | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Who Drove the Grey Ford? | Kriminalkommissar Thieme | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Du bist nicht allein | Martin Jürgens | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Amico | Robert Kornagel, Konditormeister | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Long Is the Road | doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Molander Case | Kunsthändler | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Kamerad Hedwig | Fritz Beier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Seinerzeit zu meiner Zeit | Amtgerichtsrat Witt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Der große Preis | Obermeister Kramp | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Sein Sohn | Vater Brugg, Geschäftsführer bei Hellmers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Der Seniorchef | Georg von Schulte, Pferdezüchter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Great King | Oberst Rochow | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Was wird hier gespielt? | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Der Stammbaum des Dr. Pistorius | Franz Tettenborn, Schuhmachermeister | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Midsummer Night's Fire | Vogelreuter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gold in New Frisco | Jonathan Pepper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Silvesternacht am Alexanderplatz | Gast im 'Elite' | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Three Wonderful Days | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Nordlicht | Kaufmann Hansen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Geheimzeichen LB 17 | Police Commissar Borel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Eine Frau kommt in die Tropen | Verwalter Miller | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Wie einst im Mai | Schradecke, Stellmacher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Rätsel um Beate | Vater Hübner - Schmied | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Cat Walk | Gastwirt Merckel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Autobus S | 'Kapitän' Kröker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Manege | Jan Morell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Heimweh | Stober, Pastor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Wie der Hase läuft | Warnecke, Ortsvorsteher in Pümpelhausen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Strong Hearts in the Storm | Ludwig | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Onkel Bräsig | Onkel Bräsig | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | A Castle in Flanders | Bonnet - Agent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Street Music | Godemann - Gastwirt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Arzt aus Leidenschaft | Geheimrat Grimm, Chefarzt der Klinik | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hangmen, Women, and Soldiers | Pieter Timm | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Valiant Navigator | Bäckermeister Holm | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Ein ganzer Kerl | Eckhardt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Stupid Mama | Inspektor Beneke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Achtung! Wer kennt diese Frau? | Thomas Burger | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | The Testament of Dr. Mabuse | Kommissar Lohmann | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Die blonde Christl | Franz Lechner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Two from South Express | Karl, Lokomotivführer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Peter Voss, Thief of Millions | Pitt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Naked Truth | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Tempest | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | M | Inspector Karl Lohmann | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Perfume of Mrs. Worrington | Philipp Worrington | 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 "Studentin Helene Willfüer" with a rating of 10.0/10.
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 "Amico", "Manege", and "Wie einst im Mai".