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Otto Wernicke is known for acting.
Born in Osterode am Harz, Germany (died at age 72).
Otto Wernicke has 42 credits in our database.
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Filmography (42)
Biography
Otto Karl Robert Wernicke (30 September 1893, Osterode am Harz – 7 November 1965) was a German actor. He was best known for his role as police inspector Karl Lohmann in the two Fritz Lang films M and The Testament of Dr. Mabuse. He was the first one to portray Captain Smith in the first "official" Titanic film.
Wernicke was married to a Jewish woman. Only due to a special permit was he allowed to continue his work in Nazi Germany.
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Otto Wernicke was born on and passed away on at the age of 72.
Where was Otto Wernicke born?
Otto Wernicke was born in Osterode am Harz, Germany.
What movies or shows has Otto Wernicke been in?
Otto Wernicke has 42 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Captain from Köpenick (1956), Sky without stars (1955), Amore e sangue (1951), Who Drove the Grey Ford? (1950), Vom Teufel gejagt (1950).
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