Gustaf Gründgens
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Gustaf Gründgens (22 December 1899 – 7 October 1963), born Gustav Heinrich Arnold Gründgens, was one of Germany's most famous and influential actors of the 20th century, and artistic director of theatres in Berlin, Düsseldorf, and Hamburg. His career continued unimpeded through the years of the Nazi regime; the extent to which this can be considered as deliberate collaboration with the Nazis is hotly disputed. His best known roles were that of Mephistopheles in Goethe's Faust in 1956/57, and as "Der Schränker" (The Safecracker) who is the chief judge of the kangaroo court presiding over Peter Lorre in Fritz Lang's M.
Gustaf Gründgens Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gustaf Gründgens reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gustaf Gründgens's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Gustaf Gründgens'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 M, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gustaf Gründgens Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gustaf Gründgens's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gustaf Gründgens has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Hitler's Hollywood | Various Roles (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | A Physical History of 'M' | Schränker (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Faust | Mephisto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | A Glass of Water | Sir Henry St. John | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Friedemann Bach | Wilhelm Friedemann Bach | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Uncle Krüger | Joseph Chamberlain | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tanz auf dem Vulkan | Jean-Gaspard Debureau | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Love in Stunt Flying | Jack Warren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Eine Frau ohne Bedeutung | Lord George Illingworth | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Pygmalion | Professor Higgins | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Joan of Arc | König Karl VII. von Frankreich | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Hundert Tage | Fouché | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Inheritance in Pretoria | Eugen Schliebach | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | So Ended a Great Love | Count Metternich | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Black Fighter Johanna | Dr. Frost, politischer Agent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Le Tunnel | Woolf | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Der Tunnel | Mr. Woolf | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Die schönen Tage von Aranjuez | Alexander | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Liebelei | Baron v. Eggersdorff | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Love Story | Baron von Eggersdorf | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Teilnehmer antwortet nicht | Fahrlehrer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | The Countess of Monte Cristo | Der 'Baron' Hochstapler | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Yorck | Karl August Fürst von Hardenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Luise, Queen of Prussia | König Friedrich Wilhelm III | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Theft of the Mona Lisa | Unbekannter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | M | Schränker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Danton | Robespierre | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Fire in the Opera House | Otto van Lingen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Va Banque | John James Brown, Privatdetektiv | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Hokuspokus | Staatsanwalt Dr.Wilke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Never Trust a Woman | Jean | Flop | Similar → |
Gustaf Gründgens - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gustaf Gründgens?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gustaf Gründgens is "M" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Gustaf Gründgens acted in?
Gustaf Gründgens has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gustaf Gründgens?
Other notable films include "Uncle Krüger", "Faust", and "Liebelei".