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WRITING . Writing . 79 years (deceased)

Walter Reisch_

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"Born — Died "

Birthday
79
Lived
50
Credits
Writer
Known For
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Popularity
34 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

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Known For
Writer
Birthday
(Saturday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
English, German
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Name Origin
English < Proto-Indo-European (*h₂welh₁-)
Popularity
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Walter Reisch is known for writing.
Born (died at age 79).
Recipient of the Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Screenplay.
Walter Reisch has 50 credits in our database.

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Filmography (50)

The Remarkable Mr. Pennypacker
The Remarkable Mr. Pennypacker
1959 / Film
Writer
Fraulein
Fraulein
1958 / Film
Producer
Stopover Tokyo
Stopover Tokyo
1957 / Film
Producer
Just Once a Great Lady
Just Once a Great Lady
1957 / Film
Writer
The Cornet
The Cornet
1955 / Film
Director
The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing
The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing
1955 / Film
Writer
Die Mücke
Die Mücke
1954 / Film
Director, Writer
Casta Diva
Casta Diva
1954 / Film
Writer
Titanic
Titanic
1953 / Film
Writer
Niagara
Niagara
1953 / Film
Writer

AWARDS (3)

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Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Screenplay
1954
WON
G
Academy Award for Best Story
WON
G
Academy Awards
WON

Biography

Walter Reisch was an Austrian-born director and screenwriter. He also wrote lyrics to several songs featured in his films, one popular title is "Flieger, grüß mir die Sonne". He was married to the dancer and actress Poldi Dur and was the cousin of Georg Kreisler.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Walter Reisch?
Walter Reisch was born on and passed away on at the age of 79.
What movies or shows has Walter Reisch been in?
Walter Reisch has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Remarkable Mr. Pennypacker (1959), Fraulein (1958), Stopover Tokyo (1957), Just Once a Great Lady (1957), The Cornet (1955).
What is Walter Reisch known for?
Walter Reisch is primarily known as a writer. Walter Reisch was an Austrian-born director and screenwriter. He also wrote lyrics to several songs featured in his films, one popular title is "Flieger, grüß…
Where can I find more information about Walter Reisch?
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