Heinz Lanker

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

29Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 4, 1916

Birth Place: Hamburg, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Heinz Lanker reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 29 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Heinz Lanker's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Heinz Lanker remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ohnsorg Theater - Das Herrschaftskind, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Heinz Lanker Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Heinz Lanker's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

Ohnsorg Theater - Das Herrschaftskind —

Ohnsorg Theater - Das Herrschaftskind

1972•Comedy

★8.0

Ohnsorg Theater - Mensch sein muß der Mensch (1970) movie poster

★8.0

Ohnsorg Theater - Mensch sein muß der Mensch — With his human nature and good-natured character, Police Master Johannes Wilke has everything under control. For this re

Ohnsorg Theater - Mensch sein muß der Mensch

1970•Comedy

★7.7

Ohnsorg Theater - Tratsch im Treppenhaus (1966) movie poster

★7.7

Ohnsorg Theater - Tratsch im Treppenhaus — Meta Boldt misses nothing in the house of master butcher Tramsen. She is firmly convinced that unsustainable conditions

Ohnsorg Theater - Tratsch im Treppenhaus

1966•Comedy

★7.0

Ohnsorg Theater - Zwei Kisten Rum —

Ohnsorg Theater - Zwei Kisten Rum

1958•Comedy

★5.2

Ohnsorg Theater - Opa wird verkauft (1961) movie poster

★5.2

Ohnsorg Theater - Opa wird verkauft — A rich farmer learns that the grandfather of a poor farmer owns two houses. He therefore tries to buy his grandfather fr

Ohnsorg Theater - Opa wird verkauft

1961•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Heinz Lanker.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1979	Ohnsorg Theater - Krach um Jolanthe	Anton Borchers	Flop	Similar →
1978	Ohnsorg Theater - Und oben wohnen Engels	Herr Schlüter	Flop	Similar →
1977	Ohnsorg Theater - Die Königin von Honolulu	Hannes Meier	Flop	Similar →
1977	Ohnsorg Theater - Rum aus Jamaika	-	Flop	Similar →
1976	Ohnsorg Theater - Wenn der Hahn kräht	-	Flop	Similar →
1976	Ohnsorg Theater - Die Chefin	Gerdsen	Flop	Similar →
1975	Ohnsorg Theater - Pott will heiraten	Kapitän	Flop	Similar →
1974	Ohnsorg-Theater - Das Sympathiemittel	Jakob Nehls	Flop	Similar →
1974	Ohnsorg Theater - Tratsch im Treppenhaus	Herr Seefeldt	Flop	Similar →
1972	Ohnsorg Theater - Zwei Engel	Dr. Schäfer	Flop	Similar →
1972	Ohnsorg Theater - Das Herrschaftskind	Rudolf	Super Hit	Similar →
1972	Ohnsorg Theater - Der Funkenpuster	Bootsmann	Flop	Similar →
1971	Ohnsorg Theater - Jonny der Dritte	Herr Schmidt	Flop	Similar →
1970	Ohnsorg Theater - Mensch sein muß der Mensch	Pastor Petersen	Super Hit	Similar →
1969	Ohnsorg Theater - Der Bürgermeisterstuhl	Hein Bohnsack	Flop	Similar →
1969	Ohnsorg-Theater - Alte Liebe - Junges Leben	Fürbrink	Flop	Similar →
1968	Otto und die nackte Welle	Theater Direktor	Flop	Similar →
1966	Ohnsorg Theater - Tratsch im Treppenhaus	Herr Seefeldt	Super Hit	Similar →
1966	Ohnsorg Theater - Allzumal Sünder	Kaufmann Klüver	Flop	Similar →
1966	Ohnsorg Theater - Nichts gegen Frauen	Emil Detlevsen	Flop	Similar →
1964	Ohnsorg Theater - Das Hörrohr	Jochen Meiners	Flop	Similar →
1963	Ohnsorg Theater - Vater Philipp	Herr Lefort	Flop	Similar →
1962	Ohnsorg Theater - Brand-Stiftung	Kreis-Brandinspektor Meinke	Flop	Similar →
1962	Ohnsorg Theater - Schweinskomödie	Anton Borchers	Flop	Similar →
1961	Ohnsorg Theater - Opa wird verkauft	Hannes Kulenkamp	Flop	Similar →
1961	Ohnsorg Theater - In Luv und Lee die Liebe	Hollesen, Steuermann	Flop	Similar →
1959	Ohnsorg Theater - Das Herrschaftskind	Rudolf	Flop	Similar →
1959	Ohnsorg Theater - Wenn der Hahn kräht	Tierarzt Renken	Flop	Similar →
1958	Ohnsorg Theater - Zwei Kisten Rum	Hinnerk Küpers	Hit	Similar →

Heinz Lanker - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Heinz Lanker?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Heinz Lanker is "Ohnsorg Theater - Das Herrschaftskind" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Heinz Lanker acted in?

Heinz Lanker has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Heinz Lanker?

Other notable films include "Ohnsorg Theater - Mensch sein muß der Mensch", "Ohnsorg Theater - Tratsch im Treppenhaus", and "Ohnsorg Theater - Zwei Kisten Rum".