Frans Weisz
- Known For
- Directing
- Born
- July 23, 1938 in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
- Died
- December 7, 2025
- Active Years
- 1957–2019 (63 Years)
- Total Credits
- 38 credits in database
Biography
Frans Andor Benjamin Weisz was a Dutch film and television director and writer born in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands on July 23, 1938. Active as a director since 1964, he directed more than 30 films. Among his notable works are De Inbreker from 1972, Rooie Sien from 1975, Charlotte from 1981, Havinck, and the Leedvermaak trilogy comprising Leedvermaak, Qui vive, and Happy End, as well as Hoogste Tijd. His 1975 film Red Sien was entered into the 9th Moscow International Film Festival, and his film Havinck was screened in the Un Certain Regard section of the 1988 Cannes Film Festival. Frans Weisz passed away in Amsterdam on December 7, 2025, at the age of 87.
Career overview
Frans Andor Benjamin Weisz was a Dutch film and television director born in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands on July 23, 1938. Active in the film industry for decades, he directed more than 30 films beginning in 1964, continuing his work through 2020. Throughout his career, he was recognized for a number of notable works as both a director and writer.
Several of his films achieved international festival recognition. His 1975 film Red Sien, also known as Rooie Sien, was entered into the 9th Moscow International Film Festival. Additionally, his film Havinck was screened in the Un Certain Regard section of the 1988 Cannes Film Festival. Other recognized works in his filmography include De Inbreker from 1972, Charlotte from 1981, Leedvermaak from 1989, Hoogste Tijd from 1995, Qui vive from 2002, and Happy End from 2009.
Weisz passed away in Amsterdam on December 7, 2025, at the age of 87.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
38 titles- Het Vermoorde Theater (2019) Director
- Life Is Wonderful (2018) Director
- Gijs (2017) as Self
- Finn (2013) Director
- Life? or Theatre? (2012) Director
- Amsterdam Paradise (2011) as Rabbijn
- Nederland leest Het Leven is Vurrukkulluk van Remco Campert (2011) as Self
- Happy End (2009) Director
- De Wereld Draait Door (2005) as Self
- Boy Ecury (2003) Director
- Qui Vive (2002) Director
- Storm in mijn hoofd (2001) Director
- A Woman of the North (1999) Director
- Last Call (1995) Director
- Hollywood by Bike (1993) as Self
- The Betrayed (1992) Director
- Bij Nader Inzien (1991) Director
- Polonaise (1989) Director
- Polonaise (1989) Scenario Writer
- Havinck (1987) Director
- Abel (1986) Writer
- Intoxicated (1986) as Fotograaf
- De droomproducenten (1984) as Self
- A Hot Summer Night (1982) Director
- Charlotte (1981) Director
- Charlotte (1981) Writer
- Red Sien (1975) Director
- Happy Days Are Here Again (1975) Director
- Naked Over the Fence (1973) Director
- The Burglar (1972) Director
- A Gangstergirl (1966) Director
- A Gangstergirl (1966) Writer
- Aah... Tamara (1965)
- Een zondag op het eiland van de Grande Jatte (1965) Director
- Girl in the Window (1961) Second Assistant Director
- Moreelse Park (1959)
- Moreelse Park (1959) Writer
- The Flying Dutchman (1957)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Frans Weisz best known for?
Frans Weisz is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Life Is Wonderful (2018), De Wereld Draait Door (2005), Abel (1986), The Burglar (1972).
When and where was Frans Weisz born?
Frans Weisz was born on July 23, 1938 in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands. They passed away on December 7, 2025.
How many credits does Frans Weisz have?
Frans Weisz has accumulated over 38 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1957 to 2019.
What is Frans Weisz's background in cinema and television?
Frans Andor Benjamin Weisz was a Dutch film and television director and writer born in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands on July 23, 1938. Active as a director since 1964, he directed more than 30 films. Among his notable works are De Inbreker from 1972, Rooie Sien from 1975, Charlotte from 1981, Havinck, and the L...
Frans Weisz by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- De Wereld Draait Door (2005) as Self — aged about 66
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