Wernher von Braun
ActingAbout Wernher von Braun
Werner Von Braun was a rocket pioneer and became the world's leading rocket scientist. Starting his career as a Nazi SS officer in the 1930s, and leading the team that developed what became the V-2 rocket, over 3,000 of which were eventually launched at England and Belgium during the later years of WWII. Following the war, Von Braun and 1600 other Nazi scientists were relocated to the United States via Operation Paperclip. Von Braun went to work for the US Army building early ballistic missiles, but was eventually absorbed into NACA, which became NASA, and became the first Director of the Marshall Space Flight Center, whose primary task was development of the Saturn V heavy-lift rocket system which was used in the NASA manned moon landings in the late 60s-early 70s.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wernher von Braun reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Wernher von Braun'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 58% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wernher von Braun remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mars and Beyond, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Wernher von Braun Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Wernher von Braun's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wernher von Braun.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | NASA, Nazis and the Space Race | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Beyond Tomorrow | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Apollo: Missions to the Moon | Self - Rocket Scientist, NASA (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Saturn V Story | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Sirius | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Dark Side of the Moon | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Trinity and Beyond: The Atomic Bomb Movie | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | In Search of Ancient Astronauts | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Footprints On The Moon | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Mars and Beyond | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Man and the Moon | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Man in Space | Self | Hit | Similar → |
Wernher von Braun - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Wernher von Braun?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wernher von Braun is "Mars and Beyond" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Wernher von Braun acted in?
Wernher von Braun has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Wernher von Braun?
Other notable films include "In Search of Ancient Astronauts", "Apollo: Missions to the Moon", and "Trinity and Beyond: The Atomic Bomb Movie".