Karel Čapek_
Malé Svatoňovice
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Born
Malé Svatoňovice
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Birthplace
Malé Svatoňovice
Nationality
Languages
Czech, French
Spouse
Olga Scheinpflugová (1935-1938)
Parents
Antonín Čapek
Education
Faculty of Arts, Charles University in Prague, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
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Karel Čapek: Czech writer (1890–1938).
Born in Malé Svatoňovice (died at age 48).
3 awards including Order of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk, 1st class.
Karel Čapek has 3 credits in our database.
Studied at Faculty of Arts, Charles University in Prague.
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Filmography (3)
AWARDS (3)
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Order of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk, 1st class
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honorary citizen of Hradec Králové
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honorary citizen of Prague 10
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Biography
Karel Čapek was a Czech writer, playwright, critic and journalist. He has become best known for his science fiction, including his novel War with the Newts (1936) and play R.U.R., which introduced the word robot. He also wrote many politically charged works dealing with the social turmoil of his time. Influenced by American pragmatic liberalism, he campaigned in favor of free expression and strongly opposed the rise of both fascism and communism in Europe.
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How old was Karel Čapek?
Karel Čapek was born on and passed away on at the age of 48.
Where was Karel Čapek born?
Karel Čapek was born in Malé Svatoňovice.
What movies or shows has Karel Čapek been in?
Karel Čapek has 3 credits in our database. Notable titles include Insects (2018), Hordubalové (1938), Skeleton on Horseback (1937).
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