Ferdinand Schumann-Heink
ActingFerdinand Schumann-Heink Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ferdinand Schumann-Heink reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 44 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ferdinand Schumann-Heink's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of Ferdinand Schumann-Heink's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Oil for the Lamps of China, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ferdinand Schumann-Heink Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ferdinand Schumann-Heink's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ferdinand Schumann-Heink has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | German (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Above Suspicion | Gestapo Officer in Opera Box (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | This Land Is Mine | Karl, German Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Mission to Moscow | German Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Invisible Agent | German Telephone Operator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mystery Sea Raider | Submarine Captain | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | British Intelligence | German Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Espionage Agent | Train Conductor | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Thunder Afloat | German Operator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Confessions of a Nazi Spy | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Never Say Die | Associate Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Submarine Patrol | German Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Madame X | Maitre d'Hotel | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Talent Scout | Costume Designer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Case of the Stuttering Bishop | Ambulance Helper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Kid Galahad | Ringsider - Title Fight (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Ready, Willing and Able | Purser | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Smart Blonde | Reporter Grant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Guns of the Pecos | Ellis, Governor's Secretary | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Fugitive in the Sky | Albuquerque Airline Attendant | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Case of the Black Cat | Mason's Driver (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Two Against the World | Sound Mixer | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Preview Murder Mystery | English Officer (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Murder of Dr. Harrigan | Orderly | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Widow from Monte Carlo | Torrent's Chauffeur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Condemned to Live | Franz Kristan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Don't Bet on Blondes | Laboratory Assistant (Uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Oil for the Lamps of China | Worried McCarger Employee | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | 'G' Men | Congressman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Florentine Dagger | Policeman Otto (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | While the Patient Slept | Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Fugitive Road | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | The World Moves On | Fritz von Gerhardt | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Madame Spy | Café Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Gigolettes of Paris | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | My Pal, the King | Gen. Wiedeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Seas Beneath | Adolph Brucker (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Hell's Angels | First Officer of Zeppelin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Worldly Goods | Jeff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1929 | Blaze o' Glory | Carl Hummel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Riley the Cop | Julius Kuchendorf | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Awakening | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Four Sons | A Staff Sergeant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Gallant Fool | Crown Prince Boris | Flop | Similar → |
Ferdinand Schumann-Heink - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ferdinand Schumann-Heink?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ferdinand Schumann-Heink is "Oil for the Lamps of China" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Ferdinand Schumann-Heink acted in?
Ferdinand Schumann-Heink has been featured in at least 44 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ferdinand Schumann-Heink?
Other notable films include "Four Sons", "This Land Is Mine", and "Action in the North Atlantic".