Actor
Katharina Thalbach
- Born: 19 June 1950, Berlin, Germany
- Estimated net worth: $1 million
Katharina Thalbach is a renowned German actress and director known for her dynamic performances in theater and film. She gained recognition for her roles in 'The Magic Flute' and 'The Tin Drum'. Thalbach is celebrated for her distinctive voice and versatility…
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About Katharina Thalbach
Katharina Thalbach is a renowned German actress and director known for her dynamic performances in theater and film. She gained recognition for her roles in 'The Magic Flute' and 'The Tin Drum'. Thalbach is celebrated for her distinctive voice and versatility across various genres, establishing her reputation as a prominent figure in German cinema and stage.
- Born
- 19 June 1950, Berlin, Germany
- Height
- 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
- Spouses
- Peter Stein (1993-2002)
- Children
- 2, Anna Thalbach, Leon Thalbach
- Parents
- Hans Thalbach, Margit Thalbach
- Estimated net worth
- $1 million
Fun facts about Katharina Thalbach
- Katharina Thalbach directed the acclaimed film adaptation of 'The Magic Flute' in 2022.
- She is also a talented voice actress, contributing to numerous audiobooks and animated films.
Famous Katharina Thalbach quotes
“The music of Mozart is the music of the heart.”
“Life is a stage, and I am just playing my part.”
“Art can change the world.”
Katharina Thalbach filmography
Cast (217)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Agnes & Amir Movie | Agnes | |
| 2026 | Helene Weigel - Revolutionärin im Rampenlicht Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2026 | Insects - Hidden Heroes Movie | Erzählstimme | 6.5 |
| 2026 | Berlin Kills Me Movie | Madam Bora | |
| 2026 | Furioso Movie | Charlie Moosbach | 9.0 |
| 2025 | School of Magical Animals 4 Movie | Henrietta (voice) | 6.6 |
| 2025 | Wir Vier und der Enkeltrick Movie | Helene Jansen | 6.0 |
| 2025 | Hallervorden - Didi gegen den Rest der Welt Movie | Self | |
| 2025 | Miss Merkel - Ein Kreuzfahrt-Krimi Movie | Angela Merkel | 4.5 |
| 2025 | #BlackSheep Movie | Narrator (voice) | 5.5 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Warum ich? TV | Fritzi | 4.3 |
| 2025 | Moinsen! Ich bin Axel Prahl Movie | Self | |
| 2025 | Kundschafter des Friedens 2 Movie | Tamara | 5.1 |
| 2024 | School of Magical Animals 3 Movie | Henrietta (voice) | 6.3 |
| 2024 | Kafka TV | Vermieterin | 7.1 |
| 2024 | Miss Merkel - Mord auf dem Friedhof Movie | Angela Merkel | 5.4 |
| 2024 | The Signal TV | Agnieszka | 6.3 |
| 2023 | Neue Geschichten vom Pumuckl TV | Unknown character | 9.1 |
| 2023 | Ist es Leben oder Sterben? Movie | Haus (Sprecherin) | |
| 2023 | Das 1% Quiz - Wie clever ist Deutschland? TV | Self | 8.0 |
| 2023 | Miss Merkel - Ein Uckermark-Krimi Movie | Angela Merkel | 5.4 |
| 2023 | The Mies van der Rohes - A Female Family Saga Movie | Georgia an der Rohe | 6.0 |
| 2022 | Katharina Thalbach - Die Unbändige Movie | Self | |
| 2022 | Extraklasse - On Tour Movie | Karin | 6.0 |
| 2022 | Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin TV | Ursula | 6.6 |
| 2022 | School of Magical Animals 2 Movie | Henrietta (voice) | 6.3 |
| 2021 | Moppi und der Leckerladen TV | Uralte Kartoffel | |
| 2021 | The School of the Magical Animals Movie | Henrietta (voice) | 6.3 |
| 2021 | Strawalde - Ein Leben in Bildern Movie | Narrator (voice) | |
| 2021 | Extraklasse 2+ Movie | Karin | 3.4 |
| 2020 | Pit und Paule … tierisch prominent Movie | Self | |
| 2019 | Magische Momente - Ein himmlisch fauler Engel Movie | Addi 2 | 2.0 |
| 2019 | I've Never Been to New York Movie | Maria Wartberg | 5.9 |
| 2019 | Unterm Birnbaum Movie | Jeschke | 6.5 |
| 2019 | Alfons Zitterbacke Movie | Director Dr. Girzy | 5.5 |
| 2018 | Extraklasse Movie | Karin | 8.2 |
| 2018 | 100 Things Movie | Grandma Konaske | 6.6 |
| 2018 | Tabaluga Movie | Nessaja (voice) | 6.2 |
| 2018 | Sandstern Movie | Anna | 5.3 |
| 2018 | Berlin - Schicksalsjahre einer Stadt TV | Sprecherin | 9.0 |
| 2018 | Wuff Movie | Esther Klein | 5.6 |
| 2018 | Talk aus Berlin TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 2018 | Familie Brasch Movie | Self | 6.2 |
| 2018 | Inspektor Jury - Der Tod des Harlekins Movie | Agatha Ardry | 6.0 |
| 2017 | Bauerfeind - Die Leseshow TV | Self - Gast | |
| 2017 | Ratzkes Rendezvous TV | Self | |
| 2017 | Sitzheizung gibt’s nicht TV | Self | 8.3 |
| 2017 | Zwei Bauern und kein Land Movie | Katrin Becker | 5.0 |
| 2017 | Hanni & Nanni 4 Movie | Madame Bertoux | 6.2 |
| 2016 | Inspektor Jury spielt Katz und Maus Movie | Lady Agatha Ardry | 5.0 |
| 2016 | Marie fängt Feuer TV | Luisa | 3.3 |
| 2016 | Wir sind die Rosinskis Movie | Angelika Rosinski | 3.8 |
| 2016 | Familie! TV | Doris Dombrowski | 5.5 |
| 2016 | Emerald Green Movie | Madeleine „Maddy“ Montrose | 7.0 |
| 2016 | Bibi & Tina: Girls vs. Boys Movie | Köchin | 6.5 |
| 2016 | Schulz & Böhmermann TV | Unknown character | 7.5 |
| 2015 | I'm Off Then Movie | Bertha | 6.2 |
| 2015 | Inspektor Jury - Mord im Nebel Movie | Agatha Ardry | 6.0 |
| 2015 | Taxi Movie | Taxifunkerin | 5.7 |
| 2015 | Raven the Little Rascal - The Big Race Movie | Mrs. Dachs | 6.7 |
| 2015 | Wer weiß denn sowas? TV | Self | 7.4 |
| 2015 | The Pasta Detectives 2 Movie | Ellie Wandbeck | 5.4 |
| 2015 | Große Fische, kleine Fische Movie | Traudi Dinse | |
| 2015 | Besuch im Wald Movie | Siegried | |
| 2014 | Head Full of Honey Movie | Vivian Saalfeld | 7.3 |
| 2014 | Stille Nächte Movie | Clara | 5.8 |
| 2014 | Zwischen den Zeiten Movie | Prof. Dagmar Evert | 5.0 |
| 2014 | Die Schlikkerfrauen Movie | Greta | 4.0 |
| 2014 | Sapphire Blue Movie | Madeleine „Maddy“ Montrose | 7.1 |
| 2014 | The Pasta Detectives Movie | Ellie Wandbeck | 6.4 |
| 2014 | Quizduell TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 2014 | Inspektor Jury - Der Tote im Pub Movie | Agatha Ardry | 5.0 |
| 2014 | Küstennebel Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2013 | Neo Magazin Royale TV | Unknown character | 7.3 |
| 2013 | Hanni & Nanni 3 Movie | Mademoiselle Bertoux | 6.2 |
| 2013 | Ruby Red Movie | Tante Maddy | 6.9 |
| 2013 | Hai-Alarm am Müggelsee Movie | Die zynische Irre | 5.9 |
| 2013 | Der Minister Movie | Angela Murkel | 5.2 |
| 2012 | Ludwig II Movie | Königin Marie von Bayern | 5.6 |
| 2012 | Forgotten Movie | Gabriela | 5.9 |
| 2012 | Moon Man Movie | Moon Man (voice) | 6.8 |
| 2012 | Geschichtenerzähler TV | Narrator | |
| 2012 | Measuring the World Movie | Mrs. Gauß | 6.4 |
| 2012 | Raven the Little Rascal Movie | Mutter Dachs | 6.9 |
| 2012 | Hanni & Nanni 2 Movie | Mademoiselle Bertoux | 6.6 |
| 2012 | Hallo Niedersachsen TV | Self | |
| 2012 | Der Quiz-Champion TV | Self | 9.0 |
| 2012 | Friedrich - Ein deutscher König Movie | Friedrich(alt) | 1.0 |
| 2011 | Almanya: Welcome to Germany Movie | Woman On Bus | 6.6 |
| 2011 | Kokowääh Movie | Patientin | 6.2 |
| 2010 | Hanni & Nanni Movie | Mademoiselle Bertoux | 6.3 |
| 2010 | Henri 4 Movie | Gauklerin | 5.6 |
| 2009 | Mein Deutschland TV | Self | |
| 2008 | The Moon and Other Lovers Movie | Hanna Lottner | 5.0 |
| 2008 | Germany, Your Artists TV | Self | |
| 2007 | Rumpelstilzchen Movie | Rumpelstilzchen | 3.2 |
| 2007 | Dickes B TV | Self | |
| 2007 | Deadline - Jede Sekunde zählt TV | Franziska Friedmann | |
| 2007 | Trick or Treaters Movie | The Strange Aunt (voice) | 7.0 |
| 2007 | Mrs. Ratcliffe's Revolution Movie | Anna | 6.7 |
| 2007 | You're Not Alone Movie | Frau Moll | 5.2 |
| 2007 | Inas Nacht TV | Self | 7.8 |
| 2007 | Hands off Mississippi Movie | Dolly | 6.8 |
| 2007 | Strike Movie | Agnieszka Kowalska | 7.2 |
| 2007 | Fürchte dich nicht Movie | Volksschulrektorin Böhm | 7.5 |
| 2006 | Not All Were Murderers Movie | Oma Teuber | 6.7 |
| 2006 | Offset Movie | Frau Fischer | 6.4 |
| 2006 | Commissario Laurenti TV | Graziella | 7.5 |
| 2006 | The Robber Hotzenplotz Movie | Portiunkula Schlotterbeck | 5.6 |
| 2006 | Wutz & Wiebke Movie | Wiebke (Stimme) | 5.0 |
| 2006 | Pommery und Leichenschmaus Movie | Carina | 8.0 |
| 2005 | Kabale und Liebe Movie | Frau Miller | 6.0 |
| 2005 | NVA Movie | Röntgenschwester Inge | 5.7 |
| 2005 | Pommery und Hochzeitstorte Movie | Karina | 7.0 |
| 2005 | The Little Monsterette Movie | (voice) | |
| 2004 | Der Job seines Lebens 2 - Wieder im Amt Movie | Erika Strunz | 6.6 |
| 2004 | Leute am Donnerstag TV | herself | 7.0 |
| 2004 | Die Quittung Movie | Kommissarin Wartenberg | 10.0 |
| 2003 | Our Best TV | Self | |
| 2003 | King of Thieves Movie | Julie | 5.9 |
| 2003 | ZIBB TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 2003 | SOKO Köln TV | Camilla Hildebrand | 6.4 |
| 2003 | Jester Till Movie | Katharina (voice) | 6.1 |
| 2003 | Menschen bei Maischberger TV | Self | 7.2 |
| 2003 | Der Job seines Lebens Movie | Erika Strunz | 6.6 |
| 2002 | Pommery und Putenbrust Movie | Karina | 10.0 |
| 2002 | Harte Brötchen Movie | Christa Zerrback | 10.0 |
| 2002 | Through the Night with... TV | Self | 7.9 |
| 2002 | Das Jahrhundert des Theaters TV | Self | 9.0 |
| 2002 | Liebesau - Die andere Heimat TV | Greti | 5.5 |
| 2001 | Die Manns - Ein Jahrhundertroman TV | Therese Giehse | 5.0 |
| 2001 | Goebbels und Geduldig Movie | Hertha Haase | 7.0 |
| 2001 | Listen with Pain: 20 Years of Einstürzende Neubauten Movie | Narrator | 10.0 |
| 2001 | Listen With Pain Movie | Self - Narrator (voice) | |
| 2000 | Menschen der Woche TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 1999 | The Volcano Movie | Mutter Schwalbe | 8.0 |
| 1999 | Sonnenallee Movie | Mutter | 6.7 |
| 1999 | Volle Kanne TV | Self | 4.4 |
| 1999 | Beckmann TV | Self | 4.5 |
| 1998 | The Polar Bear Movie | Hilde | 6.4 |
| 1998 | Scarmour Movie | Rebecca (adult) | |
| 1998 | Solo for Clarinet Movie | Louise Bethmann | 5.7 |
| 1998 | Totalschaden Movie | Sieglinde | 9.0 |
| 1998 | Caipiranha - Vorsicht, bissiger Nachbar! Movie | Monika Grabowski | 6.5 |
| 1998 | Die Cleveren TV | Lore Limmer | 7.4 |
| 1998 | The Johannes B. Kerner Show TV | Self | 7.5 |
| 1997 | Back in Trouble Movie | Frau Stankowski | 5.8 |
| 1997 | Père Ubu Movie | Mère Ubu | 7.5 |
| 1997 | Die Rättin Movie | The Rat (voice) | 6.0 |
| 1997 | The Fearless Four Movie | The Heiress (voice) | 5.9 |
| 1997 | Der Hauptmann von Köpenick Movie | Marie Hoprecht | 5.8 |
| 1997 | Nachtstudio TV | Self | |
| 1997 | German Comedy Award TV | Self | |
| 1997 | Unter die Haut Movie | Sophie | 4.0 |
| 1996 | Gefährliche Freundin Movie | Hanna Hellmann | 4.0 |
| 1996 | Liebe, Leben, Tod Movie | Frau Mischke | 9.0 |
| 1996 | Zimmer frei! TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 1995 | Die Harald Schmidt Show TV | Self | 7.4 |
| 1995 | Silent Night Movie | Unknown character | 5.8 |
| 1994 | alfredissimo! Kochen mit Bio TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 1994 | Zwei Brüder TV | Giggi | 5.5 |
| 1994 | Back to Square One Movie | Riki Rote | 6.0 |
| 1994 | NeXt TV | Self | |
| 1993 | Kaspar Hauser Movie | Comtesse Hochberg | 6.2 |
| 1993 | The Denunciation Movie | Helene Schwaerzel | 6.5 |
| 1992 | Die Lügnerin Movie | Titta | 9.0 |
| 1992 | Morgenmagazin TV | Self | 5.3 |
| 1992 | Riverboat TV | Self | 5.2 |
| 1991 | Boulevard Bio TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 1991 | DAS! TV | Self | 4.7 |
| 1990 | Good Evening, Mr. Wallenberg Movie | Marja | 6.2 |
| 1990 | Der achte Tag Movie | Vera Pukall | 9.0 |
| 1990 | Vorwärts Movie | Unknown character | 8.0 |
| 1989 | Follow Me Movie | Judith | 7.0 |
| 1988 | The Passenger - Welcome to Germany Movie | Sofie | 6.2 |
| 1988 | The Case of Mr. Spalt Movie | Tamara | 9.0 |
| 1987 | Helsinki Napoli All Night Long Movie | Co-Worker | 5.9 |
| 1987 | Close Up Movie | Tamara | |
| 1986 | Fathers and Sons: A German Tragedy TV | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 1986 | Paradise Movie | Lotte | 7.0 |
| 1986 | Flight North Movie | Johanna | 4.5 |
| 1984 | Peaceful Days Movie | Hanna Rinkes | 7.0 |
| 1983 | Embers Movie | Claire Korb | 6.8 |
| 1982 | Sophie's Choice Movie | Wanda | 7.3 |
| 1982 | Domino Movie | Lisa /Lisas Mother | 5.3 |
| 1981 | Ich gehe in ein anderes Blau Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1981 | Angels of Iron Movie | Lisa Gabler | 6.7 |
| 1981 | Löwenzahn TV | Punilla | 7.8 |
| 1980 | Das Käthchen von Heilbronn Movie | Käthchen Friedeborn | |
| 1980 | Mosch Movie | Billy | 8.0 |
| 1979 | Bavarian Film Awards TV | Self | |
| 1979 | Theodor Chindler - Die Geschichte einer deutschen Familie TV | Margarete Chindler | 8.0 |
| 1979 | The Tin Drum Movie | Maria Matzerath | 7.0 |
| 1979 | NDR Talk Show TV | Self | 6.6 |
| 1978 | The Second Awakening of Christa Klages Movie | Lena Seidlhofer | 6.1 |
| 1978 | Winterspelt 1944 Movie | Läthe Lenk | 8.0 |
| 1977 | Escape Route to Marseille Movie | Unknown character | 9.0 |
| 1976 | The Sorrows of Young Werther Movie | Lotte | 5.9 |
| 1976 | The Blue Light Movie | Prinzessin | 7.1 |
| 1976 | Kölner Treff TV | Self | 6.8 |
| 1975 | Im Schlaraffenland Movie | Agnes Matzke | 7.0 |
| 1975 | Lotte in Weimar Movie | Ottilie von Pogwisch | 5.8 |
| 1974 | 3 nach 9 TV | Self | 7.2 |
| 1974 | Johannes Kepler Movie | Ursula Haller | 9.0 |
| 1974 | Die Frauen der Wardins TV | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 1974 | Nachtasyl Movie | Natascha | |
| 1974 | The Naked Man on the Sports Field Movie | Frau des Soldaten | 6.4 |
| 1972 | Es ist eine alte Geschichte... Movie | Tini | 8.0 |
| 1971 | Polizeiruf 110 TV | Charlotte Pelzer | 6.2 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Elsie Antes | 6.2 |
| 1969 | Dolles Familienalbum TV | Unknown character | 10.0 |
| 1964 | Grimme Award TV | Self | |
| 1963 | Zur Person TV | Self | |
| 1962 | Die letzte Chance Movie | Franziska | 10.0 |
| 1960 | Gerichtet bei Nacht Movie | Elfi Wagner | 7.0 |
| 1951 | German Film Award TV | Self | 6.0 |
| TBA | Brennende Themen Movie | Ms. K. Molle |
Crew (3)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Fidelio - Beethoven - Opernhaus Zürich 2008 Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2007 | Hänsel und Gretel Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 1997 | Das 7. Jahr - Ansichten zur Lage der Nation Movie | Director · Directing | 9.0 |
Latest releases
- Insects - Hidden Heroes2026 / TMDB 6.5
- Berlin Kills Me2026
- Furioso2026 / TMDB 9.0
- School of Magical Animals 42025 / TMDB 6.6
- Wir Vier und der Enkeltrick2025 / TMDB 6.0
- Hallervorden - Didi gegen den Rest der Welt2025
Questions about Katharina Thalbach
What are Katharina Thalbach's most notable films?
Katharina Thalbach is best known for her roles in 'The Magic Flute' and 'The Tin Drum', both of which showcase her exceptional talent and range as an actress.
Has Katharina Thalbach won any awards?
Yes, Katharina Thalbach has received several awards for her performances, including the prestigious German Film Award for her contributions to cinema.
What was Katharina Thalbach's first film?
Her film career began with 'The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant' in 1972, where she started to gain recognition for her acting skills.
What is Katharina Thalbach's estimated net worth?
Katharina Thalbach's estimated net worth is around $1 million, reflecting her successful career in acting and directing.
What is Katharina Thalbach's acting style?
Thalbach is known for her powerful emotional expressions and strong presence on stage and screen, often bringing depth to her characters.
How many children does Katharina Thalbach have?
Katharina Thalbach has two children, Anna Thalbach and Leon Thalbach, who have also pursued careers in the arts.
What is Katharina Thalbach's involvement in theater?
Katharina Thalbach has had a long and successful career in theater, both as an actress and director, contributing to many acclaimed productions.
What are some highlights of Katharina Thalbach's career?
Career highlights include her acclaimed performances in films like 'The Tin Drum' and directing notable productions such as 'The Magic Flute', showcasing her versatility.