Hans Hessling

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

21Total Films

7.8 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 22, 1903

Birth Place: Hamburg, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hans Hessling reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Hans Hessling'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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hans Hessling remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Max der Taschendieb, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Hans Hessling Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hans Hessling's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8

★7.8

Max der Taschendieb — Max, a small time pick-pocket, has nothing to do with the ‘big’ crimes. But then he must find the murderer of Fred, his

Max der Taschendieb

1962•Comedy

★7.0

Buddenbrooks - 2. Teil (1959) movie poster

★7.0

Buddenbrooks - 2. Teil — Second part of two of the saga of the troubled Buddenbrook family and their business in 19th century Germany.

Buddenbrooks - 2. Teil

1959•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

The Last Pedestrian — Heinz Erhardt wanders through the Black Forest as a photographer for a magazine. On the train he meets a young girl who

The Last Pedestrian

1960•Comedy

★6.2

The Heart of a Queen (1940) movie poster

★6.2

The Heart of a Queen — As the title "The Queen's Heart" suggests, this early German black and white version of Mary Queen of Scott's eventful r

The Heart of a Queen

1940•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

The Last Witness — Director Wolfgang Staudte who left East Germany in 1953 to make movies in West Germany, takes a few swipes at the West G

The Last Witness

1960•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hans Hessling.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1981	Ein Zug nach Manhattan	Rosen	Flop	Similar →
1972	Happy End oder Wie ein kleines Heilsarmeemädchen Chicagos größte Verbrecher in die Arme der Gesellschaft zurückführte	Major	Flop	Similar →
1971	Nurses for Sale	Polizeipräsident Herculano (voice) (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1971	Das Freudenhaus	Chess Player	Flop	Similar →
1965	Ninotschka	Bibinski	Average	Similar →
1962	Die Soldaten	Herr Wesener	Flop	Similar →
1962	The 42nd Heaven	Fritz Krümel	Flop	Similar →
1962	Max der Taschendieb	Arthur	Super Hit	Similar →
1960	The Last Witness	Vorsitzender des Schwurgerichts	Average	Similar →
1960	Sacred Waters	Bälzi	Average	Similar →
1960	The Last Pedestrian	Chefredakteur Kleinert	Hit	Similar →
1959	Buddenbrooks - 2. Teil	Zahnarzt Brecht	Hit	Similar →
1958	Die Bürger von Calais	Jean de Vienne	Flop	Similar →
1958	Port of Desire	-	Flop	Similar →
1955	Alibi	-	Average	Similar →
1953	Have Sunshine in Your Heart	Mr. Knäbich	Average	Similar →
1951	Corinna Schmidt	-	Flop	Similar →
1941	The Brave Little Tailor	Schneiderlein	Average	Similar →
1940	The Heart of a Queen	-	Average	Similar →
1938	Andalusische Nächte	Triqui	Flop	Similar →
1935	Joan of Arc	-	Flop	Similar →

Hans Hessling - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hans Hessling?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hans Hessling is "Max der Taschendieb" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Hans Hessling acted in?

Hans Hessling has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hans Hessling?

Other notable films include "Buddenbrooks - 2. Teil", "The Last Pedestrian", and "The Heart of a Queen".