Karl Heinz Oppel
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- December 16, 1924 in Dresden, Germany
- Died
- October 27, 2016
- Active Years
- 1958–1992 (35 Years)
- Total Credits
- 16 credits in database
Biography
Subject: Karl Heinz Oppel (Acting).
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Name: Karl Heinz Oppel.
Profession: Actor (film, stage, voice actor).
Birth Date: December 16, 1924.
Birth Place: Dresden, Germany.
Death Date: October 27, 2016 (aged 91).
Education/Early Career: Attended the Schauspielschule des Berliner Hebbel-Theaters from 1946 to 1948, where he made his stage debut.
Theater Work: Performed at theaters in Stendal, Putbus, Frankfurt (Oder), Anklam, and Berlin. Also worked as a director.
Known Film/TV Credits: Planet of the Apes (2001), Cloud Atlas (2012), Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005), The Golden Goose, Hauptmann Florian von der Mühle, The Sailor’s Song, Die Mahnung, Polizeiruf 110.
Voice Acting: German dubbing voice of Egon Olsen in the Olsenbande (The Olsen Gang) comedy film series from 1971 onward.
Other: Contributions to East German theater, cabaret, and international film dubbing.
Karl Heinz Oppel was a German actor, stage actor, and voice actor born on December 16, 1924, in Dresden, Germany. He attended the Schauspielschule des Berliner Hebbel-Theaters from 1946 to 1948, making his stage debut there. Oppel performed at theaters in Stendal, Putbus, Frankfurt (Oder), Anklam, and Berlin, and also worked as a director. His film credits include Planet of the Apes (2001), Cloud Atlas (2012
Career overview
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Name: Karl Heinz Oppel.
Birth: December 16, 1924, in Dresden, Germany.
Death: October 27, 2016 (aged 91).
Professions: Actor (film, stage, voice actor), director.
Education/Early Career: Attended the Schauspielschule des Berliner Hebbel-Theaters from 1946 to 1948, where he made his stage debut.
Theater Work: Performed at theaters in Stendal, Putbus, Frankfurt (Oder), Anklam, and Berlin. Contributed to East German theater and cabaret.
Film Credits: Planet of the Apes (2001), Cloud Atlas (2012), Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005), The Golden Goose, Hauptmann Florian von der Mühle, The Sailor’s Song, Die Mahnung, Polizeiruf 110.
Voice Work: German dubbing voice of Egon Olsen in the Olsenbande (The Olsen Gang) comedy film series from 1971 onward. Involved in international film dubbing.
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Karl Heinz Oppel was a German actor, voice actor, and director born on December 16, 1924, in Dresden, Germany. Between 1946 and 1948, he attended the Schauspielschule des Berliner Hebbel-Theaters, where he also made his stage debut. His theatrical career included performances at various theaters in Stendal, Putbus, Frankfurt (Oder), Anklam, and Berlin. Additionally, he contributed to East German theater and cabaret and worked as a director.
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In film, Oppel is known for his work in productions such as Planet of the Apes (2001), Cloud Atlas (2012), and Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005). Other credits include The Golden Goose, Hauptmann Florian von der Mühle, The Sailor’s Song, Die Mahnung, and Polizeiruf 110. As a voice actor, he is recognized for his long-standing role as the German dubbing voice of Egon Olsen in the Olsenbande (The Olsen Gang) comedy film series from 1971 onward. He also participated in international film dubbing. Oppel passed away on October 27, 2016.
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Karl Heinz Oppel was a German actor, voice actor, and director born in Dresden, Germany, on December 16, 1924. He began his professional training at the Schauspielschule des Berliner Hebbel-Theaters, attending from 1946 to 1948, which is also where he made his stage debut. Following his training, he performed at theaters located in Stendal, Putbus, Frankfurt (Oder), Anklam, and Berlin. His career also involved contributions to East German theater and cabaret, as well as work as a director.
Oppel's film credits include Planet of the Apes (2001
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
16 titles- Scheusal (1992)
- Mensch, mein Papa...! (1988)
- Mensch Hermann (1987) as Referent
- Lieber guter Weihnachtsmann (1983) as Osterhase
- The Warning (1982)
- Polizeiruf 110 (1971) as Pförtner
- Polizeiruf 110 (1971) as Wirt
- Geheime Spuren (1969) as Erster Polizist
- Hauptmann Florian von der Mühle (1968)
- Der Staatsanwalt hat das Wort (1965) as Bauleiter
- The Golden Goose (1964) as 1. Musikant
- The Green Monster (1962) as Jeepfahrer
- The Green Monster (1962) as Capitán
- September Love (1961)
- Naked Among Wolves (1960)
- The Sailor's Song (1958) as Ensign
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Karl Heinz Oppel best known for?
Karl Heinz Oppel is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Roadkill (2011), Polizeiruf 110 (1971), Polizeiruf 110 (1971), Der Staatsanwalt hat das Wort (1965).
When and where was Karl Heinz Oppel born?
Karl Heinz Oppel was born on December 16, 1924 in Dresden, Germany. They passed away on October 27, 2016.
How many credits does Karl Heinz Oppel have?
Karl Heinz Oppel has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1958 to 1992.
What is Karl Heinz Oppel's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Karl Heinz Oppel (Acting). Goal: Factual identity profile. Constraints: 90-130 words, plain prose only, no markdown, no headings, no preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes. Source Material: Provided sources [1] through [6]. Strict Rule: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the sources. Do not invent or guess. Name...
Karl Heinz Oppel by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Polizeiruf 110 (1971) as Pförtner — aged about 46
- Polizeiruf 110 (1971) as Wirt — aged about 46
- The Sailor's Song (1958) as Ensign — aged about 33
- September Love (1961) — aged about 36
- Der Staatsanwalt hat das Wort (1965) as Bauleiter — aged about 40
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