Rolf Illig

Acting

Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

28Total Films

8.3 Highest Rated

Born: May 30, 1925

Birth Place: Berlin, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rolf Illig reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 28 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Rolf Illig'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rolf Illig remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Der kleine Prinz, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Rolf Illig Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rolf Illig's career based on audience ratings.

★8.3

★8.3

Der kleine Prinz: A pilot crashes his plane in the desert, in the middle of the night. There is no one in the vast distance. Suddenly, a m

Der kleine Prinz

1990•Animation

★7.4

Land of Silence and Darkness (1971) movie poster

★7.4

Land of Silence and Darkness: Through examining Fini Straubinger, an old woman who has been deaf and blind since her teens, and her work on behalf of

Land of Silence and Darkness

1971•Documentary

★7.0

Bodega Bohemia:

Bodega Bohemia

1962•Documentary

★6.8

★6.8

Handicapped Future: A documentary by Werner Herzog exploring the different treatment accorded to the disabled in Germany and the USA.

Handicapped Future

1971•Documentary

★6.6

★6.6

Alpine Fire: A year on an Alpine farm: an older couple have two children, Belli, who wanted to be a teacher, and the younger Franzi,

Alpine Fire

1985•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rolf Illig.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2002	Sehnsucht nach Sandin	Friedrich Lüttjohann	Flop	Similar →
2002	Der bayerische Übervater - Zum Andenken an Gustl Bayrhammer	Narrator (voice)	Flop	Similar →
2000	Das gestohlene Leben	Wilhelm Boden	Flop	Similar →
1999	Das Tal der Schatten	Dr. Lukas Heller	Flop	Similar →
1999	Rosamunde Pilcher: Magie der Liebe	Sam Barnes	Flop	Similar →
1997	14 Days to Life	Schröder	Flop	Similar →
1995	Mobbing: Die lieben Kollegen	Wilhelm Friedrich	Flop	Similar →
1995	Les jeux à deux	-	Flop	Similar →
1994	In dieser Stadt daheim	Leo Würzburger	Flop	Similar →
1993	Das Grau des Himmels	Lenk	Flop	Similar →
1992	Salt on Our Skin	George's Father	Flop	Similar →
1990	Der kleine Prinz	Laternenanzünder (Stimme)	Super Hit	Similar →
1989	Waller's Last Trip	Waller	Average	Similar →
1988	Der Mann im Salz	Dekan Sölln	Flop	Similar →
1986	Herschel and the Music of the Stars	-	Flop	Similar →
1985	Alpine Fire	Vater	Hit	Similar →
1984	Peaceful Days	Roberts Kollege	Flop	Similar →
1983	Martin Luther	Prior	Flop	Similar →
1983	The Swing	Herr Lautenschlag	Flop	Similar →
1981	Céleste	-	Hit	Similar →
1978	The Guardian and His Poet	Robert Walser	Flop	Similar →
1974	Die Ameisen kommen	Luis	Flop	Similar →
1971	Land of Silence and Darkness	Voice	Hit	Similar →
1971	Handicapped Future	Narrator	Hit	Similar →
1968	Die schwarze Sonne	Die Stimme aus Parmos	Flop	Similar →
1967	Die widerrechtliche Ausübung der Astronomie	Narrator (voice)	Flop	Similar →
1963	Protocol of a Revolution	Narrator	Flop	Similar →
1962	Bodega Bohemia	Narrator (voice)	Hit	Similar →

Rolf Illig - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rolf Illig?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rolf Illig is "Der kleine Prinz" with a rating of 8.3/10.

How many movies has Rolf Illig acted in?

Rolf Illig has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Rolf Illig?

Other notable films include "Land of Silence and Darkness", "Bodega Bohemia", and "Handicapped Future".