Wolfgang Schenck - Actor Profile

Wolfgang Schenck

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
10Total Films
6.9 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 22, 1934

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Wolfgang Schenck reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Wolfgang Schenck'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Wolfgang Schenck remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Martha, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Wolfgang Schenck Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Wolfgang Schenck's career based on audience ratings.

★6.9
Martha (1974) movie poster
★6.9

Martha: After the death of her abusive father, lonely librarian Martha finds herself caught up in a strange, sadomasochistic rel

Martha

1974•TV Movie
★6.6
Effi Briest (1974) movie poster
★6.6

Effi Briest: When 17-year-old Effi Briest marries the elderly Baron von Instetten, she moves to a small, isolated Baltic town and a h

Effi Briest

1974•History
★6.0
Bremen Freedom (1972) movie poster
★6.0

Bremen Freedom: A very stylized TV version of the Fassbinder play. The set consists of a few pieces of furniture in front of a large scr

Bremen Freedom

1972•Drama
★5.8
Erbin mit Herz (2004) movie poster
★5.8

Erbin mit Herz: For more than ten years, the Viennese children's book dealer Felice Frank has not heard from Alexander Helsing, the fath

Erbin mit Herz

2004•TV Movie
★5.6
Tenderness of the Wolves (1973) movie poster
★5.6

Tenderness of the Wolves: A German serial killer preys on boys and young men during the so-called years of crisis between the wars. Based on the t

Tenderness of the Wolves

1973•Horror

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Wolfgang Schenck.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2017 Eight Hours Don’t Make a Day: A Series Becomes a Family Reunion Self Flop Similar →
2004 Erbin mit Herz Harry Average Similar →
1994 Einmal Macht und zurück - Engholms Fall - Flop Similar →
1974 Effi Briest Baron Geert von Instetten Hit Similar →
1974 Martha Meister Hit Similar →
1973 Tenderness of the Wolves Kommissar Braun Average Similar →
1972 Bremen Freedom Gottfried Average Similar →
1971 Im Fahrwasser Hans Jessen Flop Similar →
1970 Gezeiten Hans Jessen Flop Similar →
1969 Kaddish for the Living SS-Mann Flop Similar →

Wolfgang Schenck - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Wolfgang Schenck?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Wolfgang Schenck is "Martha" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Wolfgang Schenck acted in?

Wolfgang Schenck has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Wolfgang Schenck?

Other notable films include "Effi Briest", "Bremen Freedom", and "Erbin mit Herz".