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Wolf Petersen

Acting
Freshness: Jan 26, 2026
15Total Films
6.7 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 4, 1922
Birth Place: Munich, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wolf Petersen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Wolf Petersen'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 7% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wolf Petersen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Decision Before Dawn, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Wolf Petersen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Wolf Petersen's career based on audience ratings.

★6.7
Decision Before Dawn (1951) movie poster
★6.7

Decision Before Dawn: WWII is entering its last phase: Germany is in ruins, but does not yield. The US army lacks crucial knowledge about the

Decision Before Dawn

1951•War
★6.0
Die Prinzessin von St. Wolfgang (1957) movie poster
★6.0

Die Prinzessin von St. Wolfgang: Young Josefa Maria, a great-great-granddaughter of Emperor Franz Josef of Austria, is engaged to a count, as befits her

Die Prinzessin von St. Wolfgang

1957•Drama
★6.0
Mädchen ohne Grenzen (1955) movie poster
★6.0

Mädchen ohne Grenzen: Helga, a stewardess, meet a passenger, Eric, during a flight to Athens. They fall in love, but he is married. Later Helg

Mädchen ohne Grenzen

1955•Romance
★6.0
Die Undankbare (1980) movie poster
★6.0

Die Undankbare: A young woman wants to know who is responsible for the death of her parents. Ten years ago, little Sonja and her brother

Die Undankbare

1980•Drama
★5.2
The School Girls (1970) movie poster
★5.2

The School Girls: Mockumentary about German schoolgirls openly talking about their scandalous sexual experiences. Some of these are illust

The School Girls

1970•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wolf Petersen.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1980 Die Undankbare - Average Similar →
1978 Ehrlich währt am längsten Herry Kernward Flop Similar →
1972 Im bayerischen Stil - Flop Similar →
1971 In Trouble - Flop Similar →
1971 Sex in the Office Hans Schneider Flop Similar →
1970 The School Girls Ingenieur Hoffmann Flop Similar →
1967 Ivar Kreuger der Zündholzkönig Victor Holm Flop Similar →
1960 Jeanne D'Arc auf dem Scheiterhaufen Dritter Herold Flop Similar →
1959 Der Komödienstadel - Späte Entdeckung / Der zerbrochene Kruag Toni Flop Similar →
1958 A Song Goes Round the World - Flop Similar →
1957 Die Prinzessin von St. Wolfgang - Average Similar →
1956 Die Magd von Heiligenblut Andreas Flop Similar →
1955 Mädchen ohne Grenzen - Average Similar →
1955 Die Wirtin an der Lahn - Flop Similar →
1951 Decision Before Dawn (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Wolf Petersen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Wolf Petersen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wolf Petersen is "Decision Before Dawn" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Wolf Petersen acted in?

Wolf Petersen has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Wolf Petersen?

Other notable films include "Die Prinzessin von St. Wolfgang", "Mädchen ohne Grenzen", and "Die Undankbare".