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Harry Merkel

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
34Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 27, 1929
Birth Place: Radebeul, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Harry Merkel reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 34 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Harry Merkel'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Harry Merkel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ernst Thälmann, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Harry Merkel Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Harry Merkel's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Ernst Thälmann (1986) movie poster
★8.0

Ernst Thälmann: This elaborate two-part television film features a section from the life of communist worker leader Ernst Thälmann. It b

Ernst Thälmann

1986•Drama
★7.6
When Unku was Ede's Girlfriend (1981) movie poster
★7.6

When Unku was Ede's Girlfriend: Ede falls in love with Unku, a girl from a travelling circus. Love cannot run smoothly however because Unku is a Gypsy.

When Unku was Ede's Girlfriend

1981•Drama
★7.0
Who's Afraid of the Devil (1977) movie poster
★7.0

Who's Afraid of the Devil: Based on a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm: Jakob is a poor farmer′s boy. Because of his timidity that even makes him r

Who's Afraid of the Devil

1977•Fantasy
★6.5
Tambari (1977) movie poster
★6.5

Tambari: Tambari - it's a name of an old boat which children of a small village on a Baltic sea shore got from an old fisherman L

Tambari

1977•Drama
★5.4
Two Strange Characters (1989) movie poster
★5.4

Two Strange Characters: The two computer specialists Frank and Kamminke are not the type of citizens the party likes. Thus they are sent to the

Two Strange Characters

1989•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Harry Merkel.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1995 … nächste Woche ist Frieden Bruno Hellriegel Flop Similar →
1993 Goldstaub - Flop Similar →
1991 The Tango Player - Flop Similar →
1989 Schulmeister Spitzbart Senf Flop Similar →
1989 Ich, Thomas Müntzer, Sichel Gottes Barbier Flop Similar →
1989 Two Strange Characters 1. Wachmann Flop Similar →
1989 Die ehrbaren Fünf Pförtner Flop Similar →
1987 Wengler & Sons - Flop Similar →
1986 Ernst Thälmann - Super Hit Similar →
1984 Cascade Backwards Brigademitglied Flop Similar →
1983 Der Mann und sein Name Albrecht Flop Similar →
1981 When Unku was Ede's Girlfriend - Super Hit Similar →
1980 Abenteuer mit den Abrafaxen Califax Flop Similar →
1980 Dach überm Kopf Genosse Minister Flop Similar →
1979 Verlobung in Hullerbusch Kadersachbearbeiter Flop Similar →
1979 Das Pferdemädchen Direktor Flop Similar →
1979 Zünd an, es kommt die Feuerwehr - Flop Similar →
1978 Anton the Magician - Flop Similar →
1978 Der gepuderte Mann im bunten Rock Herzog Flop Similar →
1977 Who's Afraid of the Devil Schreiber Hit Similar →
1977 Tambari Fete Füllhorn Hit Similar →
1976 Sein letzter Fall Detektiv Loisl Flop Similar →
1976 Liebesfallen Meister Flop Similar →
1976 Wer das Unglück meistert, findet das Glück Schatzmeister Flop Similar →
1975 Die Wildente Kammerherr Flop Similar →
1975 Till Eulenspiegel 2.Prediger Flop Similar →
1974 Der Sandener Kindermordprozeß Buchdrucker Flop Similar →
1974 Hallo, Taxi! Herbert Flop Similar →
1974 Karriere N Tallien Flop Similar →
1973 Der kaukasische Kreidekreis Koch Flop Similar →
1972 Ein Mann, der sterben muß - Flop Similar →
1971 Lass das mal den Josef machen! Fritz Künstel Flop Similar →
1969 Seine Hoheit – Genosse Prinz Herr des Familienrats Flop Similar →
1968 Hauptmann Florian von der Mühle - Flop Similar →

Harry Merkel - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Harry Merkel?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harry Merkel is "Ernst Thälmann" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Harry Merkel acted in?

Harry Merkel has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Harry Merkel?

Other notable films include "When Unku was Ede's Girlfriend", "Who's Afraid of the Devil", and "Tambari".