Jo Herbst

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

11Total Films

7.7 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 11, 1928

Birth Place: Berlin, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jo Herbst reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Jo Herbst's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jo Herbst remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Germany, Year Zero, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jo Herbst Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jo Herbst's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7

★7.7

Germany, Year Zero: In the ruins of post-WWII Berlin, a twelve-year-old boy is left to his own devices in order to help provide for his fami

Germany, Year Zero

1948•Drama

★7.0

Der Hauptmann und sein Held:

Der Hauptmann und sein Held

1955•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

Traumrevue: Lieschen Müller wants to advance her career under the name of a revue star. Of course, the deception is discovered, but

Traumrevue

1959•Music

★6.1

★6.1

Teenage Wolfpack: The drama of a youthful triangle among gang leader Freddy, his brother Jan, and bad girl Cissy, in one of the first cons

Teenage Wolfpack

1956•Drama

★5.9

★5.9

Wir Kellerkinder: During the Third Reich, Macke played the drums for the Hitler Youth, but also had a "dangerous" penchant for jazz. After

Wir Kellerkinder

1960•War

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jo Herbst.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1978	Feuerwasser	Willie Koch	Flop	Similar →
1971	Die Computer-Show	Little Joe Cartwright	Flop	Similar →
1970	Frisch, fromm, fröhlich, frei	Rudi	Flop	Similar →
1963	Hunderttausend Taler	Zittauer	Flop	Similar →
1960	Wir Kellerkinder	Adalbert	Average	Similar →
1959	Traumrevue	Bruno Flitzke	Hit	Similar →
1959	Peter schießt den Vogel ab	Dr. Klaus Maria Weichholz	Flop	Similar →
1958	Rosemary	Walter	Average	Similar →
1956	Teenage Wolfpack	Günther	Average	Similar →
1955	Der Hauptmann und sein Held	Paul Kellermann/Franz Kellermann	Hit	Similar →
1948	Germany, Year Zero	Jo (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →

Jo Herbst - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jo Herbst?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jo Herbst is "Germany, Year Zero" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Jo Herbst acted in?

Jo Herbst has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jo Herbst?

Other notable films include "Der Hauptmann und sein Held", "Traumrevue", and "Teenage Wolfpack".