Wolf Kahler
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Wolf Kahler (3 April 1940) is a German actor born in Kiel. Since 1975, he has appeared in many English language US and UK television and film productions. An early role for him was Kaiser Wilhelm II in Michael York's adventure film The Riddle of the Sands. One of his most well-known roles was that of Dietrich in Raiders of the Lost Ark. Kahler's voice also appears in video games including as Kaiser Vlad in Battalion Wars. Kahler played the Prince of Tübingen in Stanley Kubrick's 1975 film, Barry Lyndon In 2001 he portrayed aWehrmacht General in the World War II TV miniseries, Band of Brothers. Kahler played the German Ambassador in the long-running "Ambassador's Reception" TV advertisement for Ferrero Rocher chocolate, uttering the line "Excellente!". He also appears as a famous Germanic architect in US television advertisements for the Kohler Company. In 2011 Kahler appeared as Dr. Hoffmanstahl in Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wolf Kahler reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Wolf Kahler'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 41% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wolf Kahler remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Somme: From Defeat to Victory, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Wolf Kahler Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wolf Kahler's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wolf Kahler.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Whispers of Freedom | Bruno Kabát | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Great Escaper | Heinrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Cognition | Doctor Zoger | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Damascus Cover | Colonel Ludwig Streicher | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Wonder Woman | German Commander | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Cockneys vs Zombies | Nazi Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows | Doctor Hoffmanstahl | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Shanghai | German Consul | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Haber | Ludendorff | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Somme: From Defeat to Victory | General von Plessen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Einstein's Big Idea | Horlein | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Girl in the Café | Herr Gerhardt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason | Commentator | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Lost Battalion | Major General (Generalmajor) Freidrich Wilhelm Von Sybel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Espionage Escapades | German 2nd | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Britannic | Submarine Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Doomwatch: Winter Angel | Director of Ortogene | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Firelight | Sussman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Loch Ness | Dr Muller | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Backbeat | Bert Kaempfert | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Remains of the Day | German ambassador | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Countess Alice | Werner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Shining Through | Border Commandant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Man Who Lived at the Ritz | Kropp | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Dirty Dozen: The Deadly Mission | Col. Krieger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Make and Break | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | A Zed & Two Noughts | Felipe Arc-en-Ciel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Dirty Dozen: Next Mission | Gen. Sepp Dietrich | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Unfair Exchanges | German Interviewer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Keep | S.S. Adjutant | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Secret Adversary | The German | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ascendancy | Muller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Remembrance | Dutch Matelot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Firefox | KGB Chairman Andropov | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Priest of Love | German Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Raiders of the Lost Ark | Colonel Dietrich | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Sea Wolves | Trompeta | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Rough Cut | De Gooyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | At the Fountainhead (Of German Strength) | Wolfgang Leonhard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Riddle of the Sands | Kaiser Wilhelm II | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The House on Garibaldi Street | Real Estate Agent | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Lady Vanishes | Helmut | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Boys from Brazil | Arno Schwimmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Hess | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Force 10 from Navarone | German Soldier | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | March or Die | First German | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Eagle Has Landed | Hauptsturmführer Fleischer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Arnhem: The Story of an Escape | Ss Sergeant Major | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Barry Lyndon | Prince of Tübingen | Super Hit | Similar → |
Wolf Kahler - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wolf Kahler?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wolf Kahler is "The Somme: From Defeat to Victory" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Wolf Kahler acted in?
Wolf Kahler has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wolf Kahler?
Other notable films include "Barry Lyndon", "Raiders of the Lost Ark", and "Doomwatch: Winter Angel".