Emmerich Schäffer - Actor Profile

Emmerich Schäffer

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
13Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 10, 1931
Birth Place: Timișoara, Timiș, Romania

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Emmerich Schäffer reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Emmerich Schäffer'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Emmerich Schäffer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Police Inspector Calls, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Emmerich Schäffer Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Emmerich Schäffer's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8
A Police Inspector Calls (1974) movie poster
★7.8

A Police Inspector Calls: The Iron Guard, also known as Legion of Archangel Michael, was a Romanian nationalist and patriotic movement of extreme

A Police Inspector Calls

1974•Action
★7.2
Michael the Brave (1971) movie poster
★7.2

Michael the Brave: An epic fresco depicting the reign (1593-1601) of Mihai Pătrașcu (better known as "Mihai Viteazul" / "Michael the Brave"

Michael the Brave

1971•War
★7.1
The Punishment (1976) movie poster
★7.1

The Punishment: In 1919 at the end of WW1 Romanian peasant Manolache Preda returns to his native village where he finds his woman taken

The Punishment

1976•Drama
★7.0
The Escape (1975) movie poster
★7.0

The Escape: Two Romanian soldiers manage to escape from a camp in Tatra mountains, Czechoslovakia.

The Escape

1975•War
★6.7
The Castle of the Condemned (1970) movie poster
★6.7

The Castle of the Condemned: After the Nazi troops retreat from Czechoslovakia, some troops are left behind and choose to fight to death holding a ca

The Castle of the Condemned

1970

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Emmerich Schäffer.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1981 Die Momskys oder Nie wieder Sauerkraut - Flop Similar →
1976 The Punishment Boierul Leon Paraianu Hit Similar →
1976 Hot Days Eng. Vasilescu Flop Similar →
1975 The Romanian Musketeer - Average Similar →
1975 The Escape "The Englishman" Hit Similar →
1975 Hyperion - Average Similar →
1974 A Police Inspector Calls Stan Naumescu Super Hit Similar →
1972 Because They Are in Love Emil Negulescu Flop Similar →
1971 Michael the Brave General Giorgio Basta Hit Similar →
1970 The Castle of the Condemned Dankwart Hit Similar →
1966 The Tunnel Otto von Keller Flop Similar →
1966 A Movie with a Charming Girl Șerban Rotaru Average Similar →
1965 Forest of the Hanged Johann Maria Müller Hit Similar →

Emmerich Schäffer - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Emmerich Schäffer?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Emmerich Schäffer is "A Police Inspector Calls" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Emmerich Schäffer acted in?

Emmerich Schäffer has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Emmerich Schäffer?

Other notable films include "Michael the Brave", "The Punishment", and "The Escape".