Richard Münch
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Richard Heinrich Ludwig Münch (10 January 1916 – 6 June 1987) was a German actor, best known for portraying Alfred Jodl in Patton (1970). He also portrayed General Erich Marcks in The Longest Day (1962).
Richard Münch Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Richard Münch 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 Richard Münch's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 92% of Richard Münch'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 Himmel, Amor und Zwirn, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Richard Münch Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard Münch's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Richard Münch has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Sommer in Lesmona | Konsul Lürmann | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Of Pure Blood | Dr. Bamberg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Das Totenreich | Tyge Enslev | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Alte Sünden rosten nicht | Möbius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Kolossale Liebe | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Die Friedenmacher | Chamberlain | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Tödlicher Ausgang | Prof. Noske | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Der Durchdreher | Verleger | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Onkel Wanja | Professor Serebrjakow | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Die seltsamen Begegnungen des Prof. Taratonga | Prof. Tarantoga | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Als wär's ein Stück von mir | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Perahim - die zweite Chance | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Wenn ihr wollt, ist es kein Märchen | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Maximilian von Mexiko | Kardinal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Patton | Colonel General Alfred Jodl | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Hôtel du commerce | Comte Hubert de Bréville | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Bridge at Remagen | General von Stürmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Feldwebel Schmid | Gebietskommissar Hingst | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Heißes Pflaster Köln | Dr. Rolf Stauffer | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Mr. Arcularis | Mr. Arcularis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Die Mission | Seyß-Inquart | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Murderers Club of Brooklyn | Mr. John High | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Pipes | Lord Edward Grayton | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Jerry Cotton: Tip Not Included | Mr. John High | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Where Are You Taking That Woman | Professor Alden (Frame story) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Jerry Cotton: The Trap Snaps Shut at Midnight | Mr. John High | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Manhattan Night of Murder | Mr. John High | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Violin Case Murders | Mr. John High | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Der seidene Schuh | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Train | General von Lubitz | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Visit | Teacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Mark of the Tortoise | Mario Orlandi di Alsconi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The bad soldier Smith | Sanitäts-Offizier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Der Belagerungszustand | Nada | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Inn on the River | Dr. Collins | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Longest Day | Gen. Erich Marcks | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Redhead | Joachim | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Annoncentheater | Gotthold Ephraim Lessing | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Waldhausstraße 20 | Gruppenführer Lienhardt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Dr. Knock | Dr. Knock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Himmel, Amor und Zwirn | Major Knorr | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Einer von sieben | Herr Werner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Young Go Wild | Herr König, Oberst a. D. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Stalingrad: Dogs, Do You Want to Live Forever? | Oberstleutnant Kesselbach | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Restless Night | Kriegsgerichtsrat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Wet Asphalt | Dr. Wolf | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Doctor Crippen Lives | Reverend Bennet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Keiner stirbt leicht | Donovan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Two Blue Eyes | Schneider, Ingenieur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Lost One | 1. Kriminalbeamter | Hit | Similar → |
Richard Münch - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard Münch?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Münch is "Himmel, Amor und Zwirn" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Richard Münch acted in?
Richard Münch has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richard Münch?
Other notable films include "Keiner stirbt leicht", "Einer von sieben", and "Onkel Wanja".