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Klaus Maria Brandauer

Actor

Klaus Maria Brandauer

  • Born: 22 June 1943, Bad Ischl, Austria
  • Estimated net worth: $10 million

Klaus Maria Brandauer is an Austrian actor acclaimed for his work in film, television, and theatre. He is best known for his roles in 'Mephisto', 'Out of Africa', and 'The Name of the Rose'. Brandauer is recognized for his powerful voice and intense…

About Klaus Maria Brandauer

Klaus Maria Brandauer is an Austrian actor acclaimed for his work in film, television, and theatre. He is best known for his roles in 'Mephisto', 'Out of Africa', and 'The Name of the Rose'. Brandauer is recognized for his powerful voice and intense performances, establishing a reputation as a versatile actor across various genres.

Born
22 June 1943, Bad Ischl, Austria
Known for
Acting
Height
6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Spouses
Lotte Brandauer (1993-present)
Children
2 children, names not publicly known
Parents
Josef Brandauer, Maria Brandauer
Estimated net worth
$10 million

Fun facts about Klaus Maria Brandauer

  • Klaus Maria Brandauer was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'Out of Africa'.
  • He is also a director and has worked in both German and English-speaking films.

Famous Klaus Maria Brandauer quotes

“You can't be a great actor if you don't know how to be a great human being.”
Mephisto, 1981
“Africa is just a place, but it becomes a part of you.”
Out of Africa, 1985
“The truth is rarely pure and never simple.”
The Name of the Rose, 1986

Klaus Maria Brandauer filmography

Cast (124)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2021Capelli Code TVRolf Tanner
2021Enemies: The Confession MovieKonrad Biegler6.6
2021Enemies: Against the Clock MovieKonrad Biegler6.5
2021Ferdinand von Schirach: Feinde - Der Prozess MovieKonrad Biegler10.0
2020Eine Stadt als Bühne - 100 Jahre Salzburger Festspiele Movieself
2020Cinema Austria, the first 112 Years MovieHimself5.2
2020Final Report MovieProfessor Stephanus9.0
2019Mozart: The Magic Flute MovieNarrator
2017Marina, Mabuse und Morituri MovieSelf7.0
2014DENK mit KULTUR TVSelf
Show 114 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2014Kunscht! TVSelf
2013Die Auslöschung MovieErnst Lemden6.0
2013The Strange Case of Wilhelm Reich MovieWilhelm Reich7.8
2011Jedermann Remixed MovieJedermann (archive footage)
2011Hamburg Journal TVself
2011Manipulation MovieUrs Rappold6.3
2010Im Gespräch mit Teddy Podgorski TVSelf
2010Matussek trifft TVSelf
2009Tetro MovieCarlo6.8
2008Dorfer spricht mit TVSelf
2008Germany, Your Artists TVSelf
2007Verstörung - und eine Art von Poesie. Die Filmlegende Bernhard Wicki MovieHimself
2006Kronprinz Rudolf TVKaiser Franz Joseph5.6
2004Kulturplatz TVSelf6.0
2004Die Wahrheit im Spiel MovieUnknown character
2003Entrusted MovieGregor Lämmle6.8
2003Bonhoeffer MovieDietrich Bonhoeffer6.3
2003Poem: I Set My Foot Upon the Air and It Carried Me MovieActor - Der Schiffbrüchige9.5
2002Between Strangers MovieAlexander Bauer5.6
2002Through the Night with... TVSelf7.9
2002Gero von Boehm begegnet... TVSelf
2002Das Jahrhundert des Theaters TVSelf9.0
2002Everyman's Feast MovieJan Jedermann4.0
2001Druids MovieJulius Caesar3.1
2000Menschen der Woche TVSelf6.0
2000Abendschau TVSelf4.3
2000The Diver MovieOrlov3.4
2000Belief, Hope and Blood MovieUnknown character9.0
1999The Berliner Philharmoniker’s New Year’s Eve Concert: 1999 MovieSelf - Speaker
1999Introducing Dorothy Dandridge MovieOtto Preminger6.4
1999Rembrandt MovieRembrandt van Rijn6.1
1999New Times at Crossroad Street MovieUnknown character7.0
1998Jeremiah MovieKing Nebuchadnezzar6.9
1998Sternstunde Philosophie TVSelf
1998The Johannes B. Kerner Show TVSelf7.5
1997Leute heute TVSelf5.2
1997Balkan Island: The Last Story of the Century MovieNikola
1994Mario and the Magician MovieCipolla5.0
1994Klaus-Maria Brandauer - Ansichten eines Räuberhauptmanns MovieSelf
1994Felidae MoviePascal / Claudandus (voice)6.7
1994Sternstunden TVSelf
1991Becoming Colette MovieHenri Gauthier-Villars4.3
1991Boulevard Bio TVSelf7.0
1991White Fang MovieAlex Larson6.7
1991DAS! TVSelf4.7
1990The Russia House MovieDante6.1
1990Romy Award TVSelf9.0
1989The French Revolution TVGeorges-Jacques Danton8.7
1989Seven Minutes MovieGeorg Elser7.2
1989Spider's Web MovieBenjamin Lenz6.2
1989The French Revolution MovieDanton7.5
1988Burning Secret MovieBaron5.9
1988Innocence Unknown MovieMarionette10.0
1988Hanussen MovieKlaus Schneider / Eric Jan Hanussen6.5
1987live - die ZDF-talkshow TVSelf
1986Streets of Gold MovieAlek Neuman5.4
1986Showgeschichten TVself
1985Out of Africa MovieBror / Hans von Blixen-Finecke7.1
1985The Lightship MovieCaptain Miller5.3
1985Quo Vadis? TVNero6.0
1985Colonel Redl MovieAlfred Redl6.9
1984Kindergarten MovieUnknown character5.0
1984Der Snob MovieChristian Maske7.0
1984Kronen Könner Kavaliere TVSelf
1983Never Say Never Again MovieMaximilian Largo6.1
1983The Way Out TVBaron Georg von Wergenthin
1983The Way Out MovieBaron Georg von Wergenthin9.0
1983Jedermann MovieJedermann
1982La quinta donna MovieUnknown character
1981Wetten, dass..? TVSelf5.6
1981Mephisto MovieHendrik Höfgen7.3
1980Wochenendgeschichten MovieUnknown character9.0
1980Heut' abend TVSelf7.0
1980Die Weber MovieMoritz Jäger7.0
1979Bavarian Film Awards TVSelf
1979A Sunday in October MovieUnknown character6.0
1979Jahreszeiten der Liebe MovieUnknown character
1979NDR Talk Show TVSelf6.6
1979Die Bräute des Kurt Roidl MovieKurt Roidl9.0
1978Jean-Christophe TVUnknown character
1978Jean-Christophe MovieUnknown character7.0
1977Auf los geht's los TVSelf8.0
1976Club 2 TVSelf8.5
1976Die Babenberger in Österreich MovieUnknown character7.0
1976Kölner Treff TVSelf6.8
1976Kabale und Liebe MovieUnknown character8.0
1975Frag nach bei Casanova MovieKlaus9.0
1975Leonce und Lena MoviePrinz Leonie, sein Sohn10.0
19743 nach 9 TVSelf7.2
1974Derrick TVErich Forster6.0
1974Der große Preis TVSelf7.3
1974Wienerinnen MovieJosef Ulrich9.0
1973Was Ihr wollt MovieUnknown character8.0
1972Sonderdezernat K1 TVWerner Feldmeister8.0
1972Oscar Wilde MovieOscar Wilde10.0
1972The Salzburg Connection MovieJohann Kronsteiner5.8
1971Film '72 TVUnknown character5.1
1971Emilia Galotti MovieHettore Gonzaga, Prinz von Guastalla
1971Dalli Dalli TVSelf9.3
1971Der Widerspenstigen Zähmung MoviePetrucchio
1970Friede den Hütten! Krieg den Palästen! MovieGeorg Büchner
1970Fast ein Hamlet MovieHamlet
1970Das Wort MovieWilli Langer
1969Juno und der Pfau MovieJohnny Boyle
1969Zwei aus Verona MovieValentin
1969Der alte Richter TVOliver9.0
1968Das Käthchen von Heilbronn MovieGottfried Friedeborn9.0
1966Die Ballade von Peckham Rye MovieUnknown character8.0
1959Stars in der Manege TVSelf5.3
1951German Film Award TVSelf6.0
1948Bambi TVSelf9.0
TBAL'Inverno MovieUnknown character
TBAThe naked face MovieHimself
TBAMaestro MovieHerr Keller

Crew (2)

YearTitleRoleRating
1994Mario and the Magician MovieDirector · Directing5.0
1989Seven Minutes MovieDirector · Directing7.2

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Questions about Klaus Maria Brandauer

What are Klaus Maria Brandauer's most notable films?

Klaus Maria Brandauer is known for notable films such as 'Mephisto', 'Out of Africa', and 'The Name of the Rose'. These films showcase his range and depth as an actor.

Has Klaus Maria Brandauer won any awards?

Yes, Klaus Maria Brandauer has won several awards including the Best Actor Award at the Cannes Film Festival for 'Mephisto'. He has also received multiple nominations for prestigious awards.

What was Klaus Maria Brandauer's first film?

Klaus Maria Brandauer's first film was 'The Last Valley', released in 1971. This marked the beginning of his successful film career.

What is Klaus Maria Brandauer's acting style?

Klaus Maria Brandauer is known for his intense and charismatic acting style, often portraying complex characters with depth and nuance.

How many children does Klaus Maria Brandauer have?

Klaus Maria Brandauer has two children, although their names are not publicly known. He values his privacy regarding his family.

What is Klaus Maria Brandauer's estimated net worth?

Klaus Maria Brandauer's estimated net worth is approximately $10 million, reflecting his successful career in film and theatre.

What are some of Klaus Maria Brandauer's career highlights?

Career highlights for Klaus Maria Brandauer include his acclaimed performances in 'Mephisto', winning awards, and his work in international films, showcasing his versatility.

Is Klaus Maria Brandauer involved in theatre?

Yes, Klaus Maria Brandauer has a strong background in theatre, having performed in numerous stage productions, which contributed to his acting skills and reputation.