Helmut Schmidt

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

18Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Dec 23, 1918

Birth Place: Hamburg, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Helmut Schmidt reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Helmut Schmidt's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Helmut Schmidt remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in In the Grip of Gazprom, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Helmut Schmidt Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Helmut Schmidt's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

In the Grip of Gazprom (2023) movie poster

★8.0

In the Grip of Gazprom: The war in the Ukraine has changed the way many European countries view Russian politics. Suddenly it became clear how d

In the Grip of Gazprom

2023•Documentary

★7.2

★7.2

Perfumed Nightmare: Kidlat, a Filipino jeepney driver, is fascinated by the idea of the American space programme and by Western society as a

Perfumed Nightmare

1979•Comedy

★6.0

★6.0

Trading Germans: A first hand account of one of the biggest cases of human trafficking during the Cold War. A story of greed, courage, ho

Trading Germans

2014•Documentary

★5.7

1979: Big Bang of the Present (2019) movie poster

★5.7

1979: Big Bang of the Present: Deng Xiaoping's economic and political opening in China. Margaret Thatcher's extreme economic measures in the United Kin

1979: Big Bang of the Present

2019•Documentary

★0.0

Wahlkampf:

Wahlkampf

1965•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Helmut Schmidt.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2023	Radikal an der Basis: Das Nürnberger KOMM	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2023	In the Grip of Gazprom	Self (archive footage) (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
2019	1979: Big Bang of the Present	Self - Politician (archive footage)	Average	Similar →
2018	100 Jahre Helmut Schmidt	Helmut Schmidt	Flop	Similar →
2018	Mensch Helmut - der Mythos Helmut Schmidt	Helmut Schmidt	Flop	Similar →
2015	Helmut Schmidt - Hanseat und Staatsmann	Himself	Flop	Similar →
2014	Trading Germans	Himself (archive footage)	Average	Similar →
2012	Der Sturz - Honeckers Ende	Self	Flop	Similar →
2011	Arbeit	himself	Flop	Similar →
2008	Max Frisch, Citoyen	Self	Flop	Similar →
2007	Helmut Schmidt - Out of office	Self	Flop	Similar →
2007	The RAF: The Red Army Fraction	Self	Flop	Similar →
2003	Liebe, Leid und Leidenschaft Ida Ehre und ihr Theater	Self	Flop	Similar →
1982	Einmal Bonn und zurück	Self	Flop	Similar →
1981	Familie Villano kehrt nicht zurück	(archive footage)	Flop	Similar →
1979	Perfumed Nightmare	Self (archive footage)	Hit	Similar →
1971	Ein Ehrenmann geht…	Self (archive footage)	Flop	Similar →
1965	Wahlkampf	Self	Flop	Similar →

Helmut Schmidt - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Helmut Schmidt?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Helmut Schmidt is "In the Grip of Gazprom" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Helmut Schmidt acted in?

Helmut Schmidt has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Helmut Schmidt?

Other notable films include "Perfumed Nightmare", "Trading Germans", and "1979: Big Bang of the Present".