Peter Weiss

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

6Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 8, 1916

Birth Place: Nowawes, Berlin, Germany

About Peter Weiss

Peter Ulrich Weiss was a German writer, painter, graphic artist, and experimental filmmaker of adopted Swedish nationality. He is particularly known for his plays Marat/Sade and The Investigation and his novel "The Aesthetics of Resistance".

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peter Weiss reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Peter Weiss's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peter Weiss remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Study I Awakening, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Peter Weiss Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Peter Weiss's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

★8.0

Study I Awakening: The day begins for an avant-garde artist. We see him waking up amid empty bottles, easels, and silk stockings.

Study I Awakening

1952

★8.0

★8.0

Study III: In this preliminary study for Study IV “Liberation” a man hauls his alter ego through various spaces. The scene is remin

Study III

1953

★7.2

★7.2

Memorandum: A Jewish Holocaust survivor travels through Germany recalling scenes from his memory. This documentary follows a Holoca

Memorandum

1967•Documentary

★5.0

★5.0

The Flamboyant Sex: 24 hours in the life of three Swedish girls in Paris. Seduced by the excitement but short of money they earn a few franc

The Flamboyant Sex

1961•Comedy

★4.7

Study II: Hallucinations (1952) movie poster

★4.7

Study II: Hallucinations: Twelve staged scenes that were modelled after a set of drawings. Accompanied by metallic sounds, various body parts, lim

Study II: Hallucinations

1952

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peter Weiss.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1987	Strange Walks In and Through and Out	-	Flop	Similar →
1967	Memorandum	Himself - Playwright	Hit	Similar →
1961	The Flamboyant Sex	Madame's lover	Flop	Similar →
1953	Study III	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1952	Study II: Hallucinations	-	Flop	Similar →
1952	Study I Awakening	-	Super Hit	Similar →

Peter Weiss - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Peter Weiss?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peter Weiss is "Study I Awakening" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Peter Weiss acted in?

Peter Weiss has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Peter Weiss?

Other notable films include "Study III", "Memorandum", and "The Flamboyant Sex".