
Norbert Weisser
ActingAbout Norbert Weisser
Norbert Weisser (born July 9, 1946) is a German-born American film and theatre actor, probably most known for his many roles in Albert Pyun-directed movies (15 and counting). Weisser is a founding member of the Odyssey Theater and the Padua Hills Playwrights Festival, where he developed the role of Trickster in Murray Mednick's epic seven-hour The Coyote Cycle. He has played roles in theaters throughout Europe and the US, including Broadway, where he played Rode opposite Ed Harris in Ronald Harwood's Taking Sides at the Brooks Atkinson Theater. Most recently he played Oskar in John O'Keefe's Times Like These in San Francisco, Albany, New York and Los Angeles, where he received an Ovation Award, an LA Weekly Theater Award and an LA Drama Critics Circle nomination for his performance. Weisser has directed plays at the Magic Theater in San Francisco and at the Mark Taper Forum's New Playwrights Festival in Los Angeles. Recently he produced two Albert Pyun films, Infection and Cool Air. He is the father of fellow actor Morgan Weisser, who starred in both movies. Weisser's television credits include: Amelia Earhart: The Final Flight, Riders of the Purple Sage, My Antonia, From the Earth to the Moon, Alias, The Agency, NCIS, ER, and Ghost Whisperer.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Norbert Weisser reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Norbert Weisser'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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Norbert Weisser remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Schindler's List, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Norbert Weisser Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Norbert Weisser's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Norbert Weisser.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | She's in Portland | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Angels & Demons | CERN Scientist | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Road to Hell | Interrogator Farnsworth | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Cool Air | Deltoid | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Infection | Dr. Franks / Deputy Ben | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Around the Bend | Walter | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Bad Bizness | Stephens | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Ticker | Dugger | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Pollock | Hans Namuth | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Sorcerers | Lord Manor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Crazy Six | Jerzy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Blast | Commando Rescuer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Nemesis 4: Death Angel | Tokuda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Adrenalin: Fear the Rush | Cuzo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Omega Doom | The Head | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Nemesis 3: Time Lapse | Edson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Riders of the Purple Sage | Deacon Tull | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Heatseeker | Tsui Tung | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | My Antonia | Otto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Killers Within | Bernhard Hiller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Road to Wellville | Dr. Spitzvogel | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Amelia Earhart: The Final Flight | KLM Mechanic | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Schindler's List | Albert Hujar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Arcade | Albert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Hocus Pocus | Thackery's Father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Chaplin | German Diplomat | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Deceit | Bailey / Farnsworth III | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | In the Line of Duty: Siege at Marion | John Singer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Rocketeer | Zeppelin Pilot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Seeds of Tragedy | Gunter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Keeping Secrets | Photographer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Captain America | Alaskan Surveyor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Incident | Riefenstahl | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Midnight Cabaret | Tony | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Radicals | Michael Sattler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | From Hollywood to Deadwood | Peter Mueller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Secret of the Ice Cave | Dr. Victor Talbot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Sweet Lies | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Walker | Prange | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Down Twisted | Alsandro Deltoid | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | ¡Three Amigos! | German's Friend | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Radioactive Dreams | Sternwood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Stark | Powell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Twilight Zone: The Movie | Soldier No. 1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Android | Keller | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Thing | Norwegian | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Beggarman, Thief | Egon Hubisch | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Midnight Express | Erich | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Keefer | Vorst | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Deadly Triangle | Ernst Haag | Average | Similar → |
Norbert Weisser - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Norbert Weisser?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Norbert Weisser is "Schindler's List" with a rating of 8.6/10.
How many movies has Norbert Weisser acted in?
Norbert Weisser has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Norbert Weisser?
Other notable films include "The Thing", "Chaplin", and "Midnight Express".




