Richard Oswald - Actor Profile

Richard Oswald

Directing
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
4Total Films
5.5 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 5, 1880
Birth Place: Vienna, Austria

About Richard Oswald

Richard Oswald was an Austrian director, producer, actor and screenwriter. He directed more than 100 feature films from 1914 to 1951. Among them the classics "Nachtgestalten" (1920), "Unheimliche Geschichten" (1919/1932), "Die Prostitution 1-2" (1919) and "Alraune" (1930). Being Jewish, Oswald was forced to flee Nazi Germany, first for occupied France and later emigrating to the United States.

Richard Oswald Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Richard Oswald reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Richard Oswald'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 Eerie Tales, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Richard Oswald Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Richard Oswald's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Richard Oswald has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1940 The Eternal Jew Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1930 Die zärtlichen Verwandten (Trailer) self Flop Similar →
1919 Eerie Tales - Average Similar →
1916 Tales of Hoffmann - Flop Similar →

Richard Oswald - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Richard Oswald?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Oswald is "Eerie Tales" with a rating of 5.5/10.

How many movies has Richard Oswald acted in?

Richard Oswald has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Richard Oswald?

Other notable films include "Tales of Hoffmann", "The Eternal Jew", and "Die zärtlichen Verwandten (Trailer)".

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