Peter Elsholtz

Acting

Freshness: Jan 28, 2026

17Total Films

7.1 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 20, 1907

Birth Place: Berlin, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peter Elsholtz reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Peter Elsholtz'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 6% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peter Elsholtz remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Mountain Calls, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Peter Elsholtz Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Peter Elsholtz's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1

★7.1

The Mountain Calls: The Italian mountaineer Carel wants to be the first man to stand on the top of the Matterhorn. Since the climb is very d

The Mountain Calls

1938•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Musik bei Nacht: During his divorce proceedings famous composer/bandleader Robert needs to live off the grid and switches identities with

Musik bei Nacht

1953•Comedy

★6.0

Street Acquaintances (1948) movie poster

★6.0

Street Acquaintances: The film centres around the young woman Erika, desperately seeking for love and escape from the depression of the times,

Street Acquaintances

1948•Drama

★5.9

★5.9

The Final Chord: After her husband dies, a German woman who gave up her infant for adoption to emigrate to America returns to Germany, di

The Final Chord

1936•Music

★5.8

Robert Koch, der Bekämpfer des Todes (1939) movie poster

★5.8

Robert Koch, der Bekämpfer des Todes: Country Dr. Robert Koch is desperate: a tuberculosis epidemic is decimating the children in his district and no one is

Robert Koch, der Bekämpfer des Todes

1939•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peter Elsholtz.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1957	Goodbye, Francesca!	Anwalt	Flop	Similar →
1955	Furlough on Word of Honor	SS-Gruppenführer Böttcher	Flop	Similar →
1953	Musik bei Nacht	Pilot	Average	Similar →
1952	Cuba Cabana	Polizeikommissar	Flop	Similar →
1949	Verführte Hände	Dr. Gerson	Flop	Similar →
1948	Street Acquaintances	-	Average	Similar →
1942	Andreas Schlüter	-	Average	Similar →
1942	Attack on Baku	British Lieutenant	Flop	Similar →
1941	Venus on Trial	Der Verteidiger	Flop	Similar →
1939	Robert Koch, der Bekämpfer des Todes	Virchows Sekretär Dr. Karl Wetzel	Average	Similar →
1939	Der letzte Appell	-	Flop	Similar →
1938	The Mountain Calls	Giordano	Hit	Similar →
1937	Truxa	Truxa, Artist	Flop	Similar →
1937	Ride to Freedom	Adjutant des Gouverneurs	Flop	Similar →
1937	Die Warschauer Zitadelle	Botkin	Flop	Similar →
1936	Das Schloß in Flandern	Lincoln	Flop	Similar →
1936	The Final Chord	-	Average	Similar →

Peter Elsholtz - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Peter Elsholtz?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Elsholtz is "The Mountain Calls" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Peter Elsholtz acted in?

Peter Elsholtz has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Peter Elsholtz?

Other notable films include "Musik bei Nacht", "Street Acquaintances", and "The Final Chord".