Jan Fedder - Actor Profile

Jan Fedder

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
46Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 14, 1955
Birth Place: Hamburg, Germany

About Jan Fedder

Jan Fedder was a German actor. He is best known for his role as Dirk Matthies in the German television show Großstadtrevier as well as Pilgrim in Das Boot.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Jan Fedder Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Jan Fedder reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 46 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Jan Fedder's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 17% of Jan Fedder'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 Das Boot, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Jan Fedder Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jan Fedder's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1
Das Boot (1981) movie poster
★8.1

Das Boot: A German submarine hunts allied ships during the Second World War, but it soon becomes the hunted. The crew tries to sur

Das Boot

1981•Drama
★7.2
Das Boot Revisited: An Underwater Success Story (2021) movie poster
★7.2

Das Boot Revisited: An Underwater Success Story: In 1981, a film about the misadventures of a German U-boat crew in 1941 becomes a worldwide hit almost four decades afte

Das Boot Revisited: An Underwater Success Story

2021•Documentary
★7.0
Deadly Twins (1985) movie poster
★7.0

Deadly Twins: The Landers sister star as twin sisters (obviously) in this oddly disturbing film. The girls, who are budding performers

Deadly Twins

1985•Action
★6.9
Non-Stop Trouble With the Experts (1988) movie poster
★6.9

Non-Stop Trouble With the Experts: Willi Schulze is a car mechanic. Together with Paul, who escaped from an orphanage, he runs a garage. During the testing

Non-Stop Trouble With the Experts

1988•Comedy
★6.9
Soul Kitchen (2009) movie poster
★6.9

Soul Kitchen: In Hamburg, German-Greek chef Zinos unknowingly disturbs the peace in his locals-only restaurant by hiring a more talent

Soul Kitchen

2009•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Jan Fedder has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 Das Boot Revisited: An Underwater Success Story Self - Das Boot Actor Hit Similar →
2020 Jan Fedder - mit Ecken, Kanten und ganz viel Herz Self - archive material Flop Similar →
2018 Große Klappe, großes Herz Self Flop Similar →
2016 Der Hafenpastor und das Blaue vom Himmel Stefan Book Flop Similar →
2015 Der Hafenpastor und das graue Kind Stefan Book Hit Similar →
2013 Vom Fischer und seiner Frau Butt (voice) Average Similar →
2013 Arne's Legacy Harald Flop Similar →
2013 Ohne Gnade Tatoo-Adler Flop Similar →
2013 Stille Harry Cliewer Flop Similar →
2012 Der Weihnachtsmuffel Dirk Matthies Average Similar →
2012 Der Hafenpastor Stefan Book Flop Similar →
2012 2 für alle Fälle - Manche mögen Mord Piet Becker Flop Similar →
2011 Die göttliche Sophie - Das Findelkind Jens Steffensen Flop Similar →
2010 Die Auflehnung Frank Wittmann Flop Similar →
2010 Splettrhex Bürgermeister (voice) Flop Similar →
2010 2 für alle Fälle - Ein Song für den Mörder Piet Becker Flop Similar →
2009 Der gestiefelte Kater Vater Hinze Flop Similar →
2009 Das Wartezimmer Lude Christian 'Django' Stei Flop Similar →
2009 Soul Kitchen Herr Meyer (Gesundheitsamt) Hit Similar →
2009 Die göttliche Sophie Jens Steffensen Average Similar →
2009 Meine Tochter und der Millionär Hannes Schmitz Average Similar →
2008 Das Feuerschiff Kaptän Freytag Average Similar →
2008 U-900 Kapitänleutnant Rönberg Flop Similar →
2008 Island of Light Heiner Bernd Flop Similar →
2007 Die Zürcher Verlobung - Drehbuch zur Liebe Hans Thomas Average Similar →
2006 Der Mann im Strom Jan Hinrichs Flop Similar →
1999 Werner - Volles Rooäää!!! Herbert (voice) Average Similar →
1999 Der Hochstapler Klaus Hartmann Flop Similar →
1993 Verlassen sie bitte ihren Mann Rodkin Flop Similar →
1991 Superstau Hinnerk Hit Similar →
1990 Werner and the Wizard of Booze Herbert / Construction Worker (voice) Hit Similar →
1989 Singles Stefan Flop Similar →
1989 Umwege nach Venedig - Flop Similar →
1989 Seine beste Rolle Rudi Flop Similar →
1988 Non-Stop Trouble With the Experts Kerschke Hit Similar →
1987 Jacob hinter der Blauen Tür Ulli Flop Similar →
1986 Preis der Feigheit Heiner Flop Similar →
1985 Ami Go Home oder Der Fragebogen Hinnerk Flop Similar →
1985 Deadly Twins - Hit Similar →
1984 Der Sohn des Bullen Kottbus Flop Similar →
1984 Der Fall Bachmeier - Keine Zeit für Tränen Jan Flop Similar →
1984 Unser Mann vom Südpol Alex Flop Similar →
1983 Die leichten Zeiten sind vorbei - Flop Similar →
1983 Liebe läßt alle Blumen blühen Johann Flop Similar →
1981 Das Boot Pilgrim Super Hit Similar →
1979 Geteilte Freude Walter Flop Similar →

Jan Fedder - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jan Fedder?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jan Fedder is "Das Boot" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Jan Fedder acted in?

Jan Fedder has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jan Fedder?

Other notable films include "Das Boot Revisited: An Underwater Success Story", "Deadly Twins", and "Non-Stop Trouble With the Experts".

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