Alfred Rasser
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Alfred Rasser (29 May 1907 – 18 August 1977) was a Swiss comedian, radio personality, and stage and film actor who starred predominantly in Swiss German-language cinema and television and stage productions, but he was also known for the role of Theophil Läppli, a parody on the Swiss militarism. Born and raised in Basel, Canton of Basel-Stadt in Switzerland as son of Berta née Stump and Emil, Rasser's father died when Alfred was at the age of 11. Berta Rasser had now, for Alfred and his three siblings, to earn the family's keep. After his apprenticeship as merchant at Jacky Maeder & Cie to 1922, he attended the drama school for the first time, and found his true passion. To have an income, Alfred Rasser tried among others as a chicken farmer in the Canton of Ticino in 1928. From 1928 to 1930 Rasser took acting lessons at Oskar Wälterlin and body workout at Rosalia Chladek at the Basel conservatory. Upon completion of the drama school, in 1930 he founded his own theater company, but graduated in 1934 at the Basel conservatory.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Alfred Rasser reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Alfred Rasser'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Alfred Rasser remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Fräulein Huser, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Alfred Rasser Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alfred Rasser's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Alfred Rasser.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Holiday in Switzerland | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Immer die verflixten Weiber | Stirnimann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Alfred Rasser - Portrait eines Cabaretisten | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Democrat Läppli | Theophil Läppli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | William Tell | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | HD Soldier Läppli | Theophil Läppli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Uli the Tenant | Baumwollhändler | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Little Friends | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Uli der Knecht | Baumwollhändler | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Läppli am Zoll | Theophil Läppli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Palace Hotel | Leblanc, Küchenchef | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Das Gespensterhaus | Dr. Loosli / Prof. Gábor Károly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Abused Love Letters | Viggi Störteler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Fräulein Huser | Kramer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Füsilier Wipf | Notar | Flop | Similar → |
Alfred Rasser - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alfred Rasser?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alfred Rasser is "Fräulein Huser" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Alfred Rasser acted in?
Alfred Rasser has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alfred Rasser?
Other notable films include "Läppli am Zoll", "HD Soldier Läppli", and "Democrat Läppli".