Actor
Michael Mendl
- Born: 5 March 1942, Lörrach, Germany
- Estimated net worth: $1 million
Michael Mendl is a German actor known for his versatile roles in film and television. He gained recognition for his performances in 'Nazis on Trial: Nuremberg in Colour' and various German television series. Mendl is celebrated for his powerful presence and…
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About Michael Mendl
Michael Mendl is a German actor known for his versatile roles in film and television. He gained recognition for his performances in 'Nazis on Trial: Nuremberg in Colour' and various German television series. Mendl is celebrated for his powerful presence and ability to portray complex characters, often excelling in dramatic roles.
- Born
- 5 March 1942, Lörrach, Germany
- Died
- 5 September 2026
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- Spouses
- Nina Mendl (1970-present)
- Children
- 2 children, names not publicly known
- Parents
- Josef Mendl, Emma Mendl
- Estimated net worth
- $1 million
Fun facts about Michael Mendl
- Michael Mendl has appeared in over 50 films and television shows throughout his career.
- He is also known for his work in the German theater scene, showcasing his range as a performer.
Famous Michael Mendl quotes
“The truth is stronger than any lie.”
“We must never forget what happened here.”
“Justice must prevail, no matter the cost.”
Michael Mendl filmography
Cast (226)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mission Santa: Yoyo To The Rescue Movie | Santa (voice) | 5.2 |
| 2022 | Zwei Leben für Europa - Gustav Stresemann und Aristide Briand Movie | Aristide Briand | |
| 2021 | Marnow Murders TV | Klaus-Dieter Turn | 7.2 |
| 2020 | Silence Movie | Man at the lake | |
| 2019 | Watzmann ermittelt TV | Franz Gentner | 5.8 |
| 2019 | Der Auftrag Movie | Siegfried Brandt | 6.7 |
| 2018 | Alt, aber Polt Movie | Otto Kurzbacher | 4.6 |
| 2017 | Dark TV | Bernd Doppler | 8.4 |
| 2017 | Heimat Helgoland Movie | Franz Schensky | |
| 2017 | A Cure for Wellness Movie | Bartender | 6.4 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Katie Fforde: Bellas Glück Movie | Benjamin Ross | 4.0 |
| 2016 | Warum Siegfried Teitelbaum sterben musste Movie | Siegfried Teitelbaum | |
| 2016 | Die Diplomatin TV | Karlas Vater | 5.3 |
| 2016 | Fritz Lang Movie | Anton Lang / Kürtens Vater | 4.9 |
| 2016 | Never Too Late for Justice TV | Heinrich Rulf | 4.0 |
| 2016 | Böser Wolf TV | Dr. Josef Finkbeiner | 4.7 |
| 2015 | Father Rupert Mayer Movie | Jacob Rosenberg | 7.0 |
| 2015 | Half Brothers Movie | Dr. Blöckers | 5.7 |
| 2015 | Das goldene Ufer Movie | Graf von Gehlen | 4.8 |
| 2014 | In gefährlicher Nähe Movie | Peter Jung | 6.2 |
| 2014 | MDR um 4 TV | Self | 5.0 |
| 2013 | Kripo Holstein - Mord und Meer TV | Willem Thomsen | |
| 2013 | A World Beyond Movie | Arthur Landgraf | 6.2 |
| 2013 | Krokodil Movie | Gabriel | 4.0 |
| 2013 | Die Holzbaronin Movie | Anton Seitz | 7.0 |
| 2013 | Zurück ins Leben Movie | Jakob Frankl | 6.3 |
| 2012 | Love at Second Sight Movie | Franz Waldner | 6.0 |
| 2012 | Letzte Spur Berlin TV | Wolfram Dahlkamp | 5.4 |
| 2012 | Auf der Spur des Löwen Movie | Fred | 5.0 |
| 2012 | Das Geheimnis der Villa Sabrini Movie | Lorenzo Sabrini | 5.0 |
| 2012 | Kommissar Marthaler TV | Traugott Köhler | 8.0 |
| 2012 | Murder in the North TV | Ulrich Harmsen | 5.4 |
| 2012 | Unser Hollywood: Das Filmstudio Babelsberg Movie | Self | |
| 2012 | Duel with Hitler Movie | Vater | |
| 2011 | Der Eisenhans Movie | Eisenhans | 5.0 |
| 2011 | Men in the City 2 Movie | Helmut Ades | 6.3 |
| 2011 | Der Kleine Prinz Movie | König | |
| 2011 | Wunderkinder Movie | Aaron Kaplan | 6.6 |
| 2011 | Frühling TV | Hendrik Söringer | 6.2 |
| 2011 | Lilly the Witch: The Journey to Mandolan Movie | Nandi | 5.8 |
| 2010 | Racheengel - Ein eiskalter Plan Movie | Steffen Ahrends | 5.2 |
| 2010 | Schatten der Erinnerung Movie | Gottfried Simmerauer | 3.6 |
| 2010 | Takiye: Allah Yolunda Movie | Karl Höffgen | 6.3 |
| 2010 | Utta Danella - Eine Nonne zum Verlieben Movie | Alfons | 6.0 |
| 2010 | So ein Schlamassel Movie | Benno Grüngras | 4.5 |
| 2009 | Totentanz Movie | Jak | |
| 2009 | SOKO Stuttgart TV | Dieter Bohm | 6.0 |
| 2009 | Alle Sehnsucht dieser Erde Movie | Dr. Andreas Giesel | 6.0 |
| 2008 | Der Tote in der Mauer Movie | Kommissar Hagen Dudek | 6.3 |
| 2008 | Lost City Raiders Movie | Cardinal Battaglia | 4.7 |
| 2008 | The Visit Movie | Alfred Ill | 6.3 |
| 2008 | Meine wunderbare Familie TV | Klaus Kastner | 7.5 |
| 2008 | Der Bergdoktor TV | Richard Bäumler | 5.8 |
| 2008 | M/S Gustloff TV | Wilhelm Johannsen | |
| 2007 | Niete zieht Hauptgewinn Movie | Gerd Fürst | 6.7 |
| 2007 | Mein Herz in Afrika Movie | Dr. George Hill | 6.0 |
| 2007 | Drei teuflisch starke Frauen - Die Zerreißprobe Movie | Christian | |
| 2007 | Der Sonntags-Stammtisch TV | Self | |
| 2007 | Verstörung - und eine Art von Poesie. Die Filmlegende Bernhard Wicki Movie | Himself | |
| 2007 | A Love in Cuba Movie | Marquez | 6.0 |
| 2007 | Freie Fahrt ins Glück Movie | Werner | 3.5 |
| 2007 | Gladiator of Pompeii TV | Matteo | 7.0 |
| 2006 | Lafer! Lichter! Lecker! TV | Self | 2.0 |
| 2006 | Afrika - Wohin mein Herz mich trägt Movie | Christian / Martin Vogt | 6.5 |
| 2006 | Die Hochzeit meines Vaters Movie | Max Kirsch | 7.0 |
| 2006 | Meine Tochter, mein Leben Movie | Robert Sturm | 6.0 |
| 2006 | Eine Chance für die Liebe Movie | Philipp Heide | |
| 2006 | Karol Wojtyla - Geheimnisse eines Papstes Movie | Papst Johannes Paul II. | |
| 2006 | Agathe kann’s nicht lassen TV | Abt | 6.8 |
| 2006 | Denk ich an Deutschland in der Nacht - Das Leben des Heinrich Heine Movie | Goethe | |
| 2005 | Der zweite Blick Movie | Cees | |
| 2005 | Hengstparade Movie | Kurt Schleyer | 6.5 |
| 2005 | Mathilde liebt Movie | Carlo Sturm | 7.0 |
| 2005 | Hitler's Final Days: The Movie 'Downfall' Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2005 | Herzlichen Glückwunsch Movie | Charly | 5.7 |
| 2005 | Sterne über Madeira Movie | Arnold von Greifenberg | 8.0 |
| 2005 | Barefoot Movie | Heinrich Keller | 6.8 |
| 2005 | Meine große Liebe Movie | Andreas Klunert | 7.0 |
| 2004 | Für immer und jetzt Movie | Dr. Helge Neuhoff | 8.0 |
| 2004 | Downfall Movie | General der Artillerie Helmuth Weidling | 7.9 |
| 2004 | Das Traumhotel TV | Holger Ritter | 5.9 |
| 2004 | Geerbtes Glück Movie | Joe | 3.8 |
| 2004 | Inga Lindström TV | Peter Garpendahl | 4.9 |
| 2004 | Inga Lindström TV | Sten Sörenson | 4.9 |
| 2003 | ZIBB TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 2003 | In the Shadow of Power TV | Willy Brandt | |
| 2003 | SOKO Köln TV | Günther Reimann | 6.4 |
| 2003 | Mother Teresa TV | Van Exem | 4.7 |
| 2003 | Mother Teresa of Calcutta Movie | Van Exem | 6.6 |
| 2003 | Menschen bei Maischberger TV | Self | 7.2 |
| 2002 | Der Bestseller - Mord auf italienisch Movie | Monsignore Anselmo | 7.0 |
| 2002 | Franz und Anna Movie | Pfarrer Kleiber | 6.5 |
| 2002 | Zu nah am Feuer Movie | Richard Thomé | 5.2 |
| 2002 | In Nowhere Land Movie | Gerhard | 6.2 |
| 2002 | Bloch TV | Josef Klettenberg | 5.3 |
| 2002 | John XXIII: The Pope of Peace TV | Tardini | |
| 2002 | Amen. Movie | Monsignore Hudal | 7.0 |
| 2002 | Die Katzenfrau Movie | Thomas Reuter | 3.7 |
| 2002 | Pope John XXIII Movie | Tardini | 6.9 |
| 2001 | As Far As My Feet Will Carry Me Movie | Dr. Heinz Stauffer | 7.1 |
| 2001 | Der Tanz mit dem Teufel - Die Entführung des Richard Oetker TV | Richter | |
| 2001 | Der Tanz mit dem Teufel - Die Entführung des Richard Oetker Movie | Richter | 7.0 |
| 2001 | Kelly Bastian - Geschichte einer Hoffnung Movie | Gert Bastian | 7.0 |
| 2001 | Solange wir lieben Movie | Dr.Karl Sellinger | 10.0 |
| 2001 | Leipzig Homicide TV | Herbert Brand | 5.9 |
| 2001 | Weiser Movie | wariat | 5.5 |
| 2001 | Oh du Liebezeit Movie | Ed Eisenhuth | 9.0 |
| 2000 | Der Paradiesvogel Movie | Patrick Stein | 9.0 |
| 2000 | The Beast Movie | Paul Hoffmann | 7.0 |
| 2000 | Donna Leon TV | Maurizio Cataldo | 7.3 |
| 2000 | ARD Buffet TV | self | 7.0 |
| 2000 | Zwei Asse und ein König Movie | Dr. Helge Lührs | 3.3 |
| 2000 | Frauen lügen besser Movie | Leander | 8.0 |
| 1999 | Miss Diamond Movie | Hartmann | 5.8 |
| 1999 | Ein Mann steht auf Movie | Phillipp Janot | 9.0 |
| 1999 | Volle Kanne TV | Self | 4.4 |
| 1999 | Bitter Innocence Movie | Dr. Robert Larssen | 4.8 |
| 1999 | Die letzte Chance Movie | Gerd Platzek | 7.0 |
| 1999 | Der blonde Affe Movie | Hauptkommissar Hannes Bellmann | 4.8 |
| 1999 | Beckmann TV | Self | 4.5 |
| 1999 | Liebe und weitere Katastrophen Movie | Rainer Ackermann | 4.0 |
| 1998 | Die Schläfer Movie | Björn | 9.0 |
| 1998 | Mortal Enemies: The Wrong Decision Movie | Peter Gerlach | 7.0 |
| 1998 | Siska TV | Anselm Reuter | 8.0 |
| 1998 | Siska TV | Dr. Bieler | 8.0 |
| 1998 | Siska TV | Franz Dobler | 8.0 |
| 1998 | Siska TV | Lambert Gruber | 8.0 |
| 1998 | Siska TV | Dr. Bruno Werner | 8.0 |
| 1998 | Siska TV | Eugen Raimond | 8.0 |
| 1998 | In All Friendship TV | Joseph Bernau | 6.3 |
| 1998 | Assignment Berlin Movie | Viktor Borokow | 6.1 |
| 1998 | Tierärztin Christine III: Abenteuer in Südafrika Movie | Jo | 7.7 |
| 1998 | Mammamia Movie | Martin | 7.0 |
| 1998 | Die Cleveren TV | Felix Nachtigal | 7.4 |
| 1998 | Die Unbestechliche TV | Hansen | 7.0 |
| 1998 | Jagdsaison Movie | Leopold von Loebenberg | |
| 1998 | The Johannes B. Kerner Show TV | Self | 7.5 |
| 1998 | Die kleine Zauberflöte Movie | Monostatos (voice) | 8.0 |
| 1998 | Andrea and Marie Movie | Ralf | 6.6 |
| 1998 | Gefährliche Wahrheit Movie | Harry Voss | 7.0 |
| 1997 | Das ewige Lied Movie | Hans Schlagerer | 7.8 |
| 1997 | Napoleon Fritz TV | Benno | |
| 1997 | Napoleon Fritz Movie | Benno | 8.5 |
| 1997 | Die sieben Feuer des Todes Movie | Kovacs | 3.3 |
| 1997 | Koma - Lebendig begraben Movie | Unknown character | 3.3 |
| 1997 | Die Friedensmission - 10 Stunden Angst Movie | General Troller | 9.0 |
| 1997 | Küstenwache TV | Günter Fuchs | 5.8 |
| 1997 | 14 Days to Life Movie | Viktor Czernetzky | 5.4 |
| 1997 | The Lost Daughter Movie | Inspector Labrousse | 3.7 |
| 1997 | Tietjen und Bommes TV | Self | 9.0 |
| 1997 | It Happened in Broad Daylight Movie | Bauer Moser | 6.9 |
| 1997 | Ein Mord für Quandt TV | Richter Wagner | 7.5 |
| 1997 | Teneriffa - Tag der Rache Movie | Alexander Bethke | 7.0 |
| 1996 | Tresko - Amigo Affäre Movie | Adi Franzen | 10.0 |
| 1996 | Tresko TV | Adi Franzen | |
| 1996 | Die Nacht hat 17 Stunden Movie | Unknown character | 9.0 |
| 1996 | Tödliche Wende Movie | Walter Hägerle | 9.0 |
| 1996 | Der Bulle von Tölz TV | Paul Traxl | 8.1 |
| 1996 | Der Schattenmann TV | Unknown character | 6.9 |
| 1995 | Spur eines Zweifels Movie | Carlos Grimm | 8.0 |
| 1995 | Brother of Sleep Movie | Nulf | 6.7 |
| 1995 | Balko TV | Schröder | 6.2 |
| 1995 | Das Schwein - Eine deutsche Karriere TV | Robert Korda | |
| 1995 | Wilsberg TV | Walter Moorwessel | 7.8 |
| 1995 | A.S. Gefahr ist sein Geschäft TV | Edgar Tenbrink | 8.0 |
| 1995 | Tödliche Hochzeit Movie | Reinhart | 7.0 |
| 1994 | alfredissimo! Kochen mit Bio TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 1994 | Frankenberg TV | Ludwig Geyer | 10.0 |
| 1994 | Der König TV | Norbert Bachschuster | 9.0 |
| 1994 | Die Kommissarin TV | Unknown character | 8.0 |
| 1994 | Die Gerichtsreporterin TV | Dr. Lauser | 9.0 |
| 1994 | Ein starkes Team TV | Jakob Bergmann | 5.0 |
| 1994 | Ein starkes Team TV | Bruno Monsanto | 5.0 |
| 1994 | Ein starkes Team TV | Günther Berger | 5.0 |
| 1994 | Der letzte Kosmonaut Movie | Minister Tupulev | 10.0 |
| 1994 | Brisant TV | Self | 6.2 |
| 1994 | Faust TV | Unknown character | 4.0 |
| 1993 | Dann eben mit Gewalt Movie | Schwarz | 7.0 |
| 1992 | Wolffs Revier TV | Rainer Kollberg | 3.7 |
| 1992 | Wolffs Revier TV | Boris Romanow | 3.7 |
| 1992 | Little Sharks Movie | Prüfer Essen | 7.2 |
| 1991 | Silent Shadow Movie | Unknown character | 4.7 |
| 1991 | Killer Movie | Herbert | 7.0 |
| 1989 | Peter Strohm TV | Gretzki | 6.8 |
| 1988 | Eurocops TV | Krüger | 6.5 |
| 1988 | Pizza Express Movie | Unknown character | 8.5 |
| 1987 | Nachtcafé TV | Self | 4.7 |
| 1984 | Der Fahnder TV | Schanz | 7.3 |
| 1984 | Der Fahnder TV | Gessner | 7.3 |
| 1984 | Goldene Kamera TV | Self | 5.7 |
| 1981 | A Case For Two TV | Horst Klein / Sitting Bull | 5.7 |
| 1981 | A Case For Two TV | Alfred Salinger | 5.7 |
| 1981 | A Case For Two TV | Unknown character | 5.7 |
| 1981 | A Case For Two TV | Willi Neumann | 5.7 |
| 1981 | A Case For Two TV | Dr. Roland Marx | 5.7 |
| 1981 | Wetten, dass..? TV | Self | 5.6 |
| 1979 | Bavarian Film Awards TV | Self | |
| 1979 | NDR Talk Show TV | Self | 6.6 |
| 1978 | SOKO München TV | Armin Grützke | 5.9 |
| 1977 | The Old Fox TV | Fred Gantner | 6.3 |
| 1977 | The Old Fox TV | Michael Winter | 6.3 |
| 1977 | The Old Fox TV | Jakob Ballmann | 6.3 |
| 1977 | The Old Fox TV | Abbi Wächter | 6.3 |
| 1977 | The Old Fox TV | Max Palm | 6.3 |
| 1977 | The Old Fox TV | Carl Bockmayer | 6.3 |
| 1976 | Notarztwagen 7 TV | Goos | 7.0 |
| 1974 | 3 nach 9 TV | Self | 7.2 |
| 1974 | Derrick TV | Soost | 6.0 |
| 1974 | Derrick TV | Dr.Riemann | 6.0 |
| 1974 | Derrick TV | Schönbeck | 6.0 |
| 1974 | Derrick TV | Wirt | 6.0 |
| 1974 | Derrick TV | Ali Klais | 6.0 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Rüdiger Stolze | 6.2 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Koslowski | 6.2 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Stefan Kühn | 6.2 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Wessel | 6.2 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Walter Kruse | 6.2 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Martin Forssell | 6.2 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Karl Kaysser | 6.2 |
| 1970 | Scene of the Crime TV | Gregor Claussen | 6.2 |
| 1969 | The Commissioner TV | Schießbuden-Figur | 8.0 |
| 1964 | Vorsicht Falle! TV | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 1959 | Stars in der Manege TV | Self | 5.3 |
| 1958 | Stahlnetz TV | Jonas Vogel | 7.5 |
| 1951 | German Film Award TV | Self | 6.0 |
| 1948 | Bambi TV | Self | 9.0 |
Latest releases
- Mission Santa: Yoyo To The Rescue2025 / TMDB 5.2
- Silence2020
- Der Auftrag2019 / TMDB 6.7
- Alt, aber Polt2018 / TMDB 4.6
- Heimat Helgoland2017
Questions about Michael Mendl
What are Michael Mendl's most notable roles?
Michael Mendl is best known for his role in 'Nazis on Trial: Nuremberg in Colour' and has appeared in numerous German films and television shows, showcasing his acting range.
Has Michael Mendl won any awards?
While he may not have received major international awards, Michael Mendl has been recognized in Germany for his contributions to film and television.
What was Michael Mendl's first film?
Michael Mendl's first notable film appearance was in 'Der Fall der U 1206' released in 1970, marking the beginning of his extensive acting career.
What is Michael Mendl's estimated net worth?
Michael Mendl's estimated net worth is around $1 million, reflecting his successful career in acting and television.
How many children does Michael Mendl have?
Michael Mendl has two children, though their names are not publicly known, maintaining a level of privacy regarding his family.
What genres does Michael Mendl typically work in?
Michael Mendl primarily works in drama and historical films, where he often portrays complex characters with depth.
What is a defining characteristic of Michael Mendl's acting style?
Michael Mendl is known for his powerful presence and ability to convey emotion, often bringing a deep sense of authenticity to his roles.
What is a milestone in Michael Mendl's filmography?
A significant milestone in Michael Mendl's career is his role in 'Nazis on Trial: Nuremberg in Colour,' which highlighted his talent on an international platform.