Andreas Schmidt-Schaller is a German actor who is best known for his roles in the television series SOKO Leipzig and the film The Counterfeiters. He has also had roles in films such as The Monuments Men, The Book Thief, and The Red Baron.
Born in Berlin in 1968, Schmidt-Schaller had an interest in acting from an early age. He studied at the renowned Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Arts in Berlin and graduated in 1993. His first on-screen roles were in the television series Berlinger and Tatort in 1996.
In the early 2000s, Schmidt-Schaller began to make a name for himself in German television. He had a recurring role in the series SOKO Leipzig from 2003 to 2011. His performance earned him an Adolf Grimme Award in 2010. He also starred in the popular German television series Der Alte, playing the role of Commissioner Paul Lindner from 2011 to 2014.
In 2006, Schmidt-Schaller made his first feature film appearance in the award-winning drama The Counterfeiters. He followed this up with other starring roles in films such as The Monuments Men, The Book Thief, and The Red Baron.
Schmidt-Schaller is an accomplished theater actor as well. He has appeared in numerous productions in Germany, including the 2016 production of The Father at the Schauspiel Leipzig. His performance earned him a nomination for the Nestroy Prize.
In recent years, Schmidt-Schaller has become increasingly involved in German cinema. He has appeared in films such as The Captain, In the Aisles, and The Days to Come. He is also set to star in the upcoming German drama, The Last Summer.
Andreas Schmidt-Schaller is one of Germany’s most successful actors. He is highly acclaimed for his work in both television and film. He has been nominated for several awards, and his performances continue to receive critical acclaim.
Birthday
Oct. 30, 1945
