
Willy Birgel
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Willy Birgel reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Willy Birgel'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Willy Birgel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Heidi, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Willy Birgel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Willy Birgel's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Willy Birgel.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Beyond Control | Waldemar Velte | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | No Shooting Time for Foxes | Jagdautor | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Agent 505 - Death Trap Beirut | Omar Abdullah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Coffin from Hong Kong | Thomas Jefferson | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Romanze in Venedig | Theodor von Bruggern | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Frau Cheneys Ende | Lord Kelton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | When the Bells Sound Clearly | Graf von Warthenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Passionate Doctor | Staatsanwalt Perschke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Priest and the Girl | Herr von Gronau | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Beautiful Legs of Sabrina | Graf Gottfried | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Liebe kann wie Gift sein | Joachim Köhler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Johannisnacht | Christian von Hergeth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Ein Herz kehrt heim | Robert Lennart, Dirigent | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Ballerina | Professor Förster | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Heidi und Peter | Herr Sesemann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Cavalry Captain Wronski | Rittmeister Igor Wronski | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Melody Beyond Love | Konsul Strotthoff | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Heidi | Herr Sesemann | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | When the Evening Bells Ring | Albrecht Finke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Das ewige Spiel | Ulrich Campenhausen | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Chased by the Devil | Dr. Herbert Fingal | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Im Tempel der Venus | Dr. Cornelius Riehl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Between Yesterday and Tomorrow | Alexander Corty | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Die Jahre vergehen | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Ich brauche Dich | Prof. Paulus Allmann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Diesel | Rudolf Diesel | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | ....reitet für Deutschland | Rittmeister von Brenken | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Enemies | Keith | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Heart of a Queen | Lord Bothwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Kongo-Express | Viktor Hartmann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Maria Ilona | Karl Felix Fürst zu Schwarzenberg | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Der Gouverneur | General Werkonen | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Hotel Sacher | Stefan Schefczuk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Der Blaufuchs | Tabor Vary | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Der Fall Deruga | Dr. Stefan Deruga | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Geheimzeichen LB 17 | Capt. Arvan Terno | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Faded Melody | Thomas Gront | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fanny Elssler | Hofrat Friedrich Gentz | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Operation Michael | Major Graf Schellenberg | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | To New Shores | Sir Albert Finsburry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Menschen ohne Vaterland | Baron Fahlen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Ride to Freedom | Julek Staniewski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Traitor | Agent Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Final Chord | Garvenberg, Generalmusikdirektor | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Black Roses | Fürst Abarow | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | One Too Many on Board | Staatsanwalt Dr. Burger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Joan of Arc | Graf La Trémouille, Stadtkommandant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Barcarole | Alfredo Zubaran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Prince Woronzeff | Petroff, Woronzeffs Sekretär | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Man Wants to Get to Germany | engl. Lagerkommandant | Flop | Similar → |
Willy Birgel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Willy Birgel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Willy Birgel is "Heidi" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Willy Birgel acted in?
Willy Birgel has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Willy Birgel?
Other notable films include "Ein Herz kehrt heim", "The Beautiful Legs of Sabrina", and "Heidi und Peter".



