Karl-Otto Alberty
Biography
Karl-Otto Alberty was a German actor born on 13 November 1933 in Berlin. He made his début at the City Theatre in Konstanz in 1959. Alberty's first appearance in English language films was as an SD officer in The Great Escape (1963). He went on to play supporting roles in various films, often portraying German officers. Notable films featuring Alberty include Battle of the Bulge (1965) and The Great Escape (1963). Karl-Otto Alberty was also known by the names Karl Otto Alberty, Charles Albert, Charles Alberty, and Carlo Alberti. He passed away on 25 April 2015 at the age of 81.
Career overview
Karl-Otto Alberty was a German actor born on 13 November 1933 in Berlin. He began his acting career at the City Theatre in Konstanz in 1959. Initially, he took supporting roles in films. Alberty made his first appearance in English language films as an SD officer in The Great Escape in 1963. This marked the beginning of his portrayal of German officers in various films.
Alberty's distinctive appearance, including his broad face, broken nose, and white-blond hair, contributed to his typecasting as German officers. He went on to appear in several films, including Battle of the Bulge in 1965. The actor's career spanned multiple films, with a total of 39 known credits. His work in the film industry was notable for his consistent portrayal of German officers.
Throughout his career, Karl-Otto Alberty appeared in a range of films, including notable titles such as The Great Escape and Battle of the Bulge. His work in these films showcased his ability to take on supporting roles and contribute to the overall narrative of the movies. As a German actor, Alberty's career was marked by his consistent presence in films, often playing variations of the role of German officers.
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Full Filmography
38 titles- War and Remembrance (1988) as Rudolf Haindl
- The Island of the Bloody Plantation (1983) as Otto Globocnik
- Flatfoot in Egypt (1980) as Swede
- Bluebeard (1972) as Friend of von Sepper
- Slaughterhouse-Five (1972) as Group Two German Guard
- The Assassination (1972) as The killer
- Assignment: Munich (1972) as Fritz
- Superbug, Super Agent (1972) as Marchese de la Sotta
- The Salzburg Connection (1972) as First Stocky Man
- Raid on Rommel (1971) as Schroeder
- Kelly's Heroes (1970) as German Tank Commander
- The Secret of Santa Vittoria (1970) as Otto
- Angels Who Burn Their Wings (1970) as 2. Commissioner
- The Lickerish Quartet (1970) as (uncredited)
- Battle of Britain (1969) as General Jeschonnek - Luftwaffe Chief of Staff
- The Odyssey (1969) as Eurymachus
- The Damned (1969) as 1st Officer Wehrmacht
- Help Me, My Love (1969) as Bauer, il coreografo
- Midas Run (1969) as Mark Dietrich
- On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight (1969) as Hotte Priemel
- The Odyssey (1968) as Eurymachus
- The Devil's Brigade (1968) as German Soldier (uncredited)
- Assignment K (1968)
- Graf Yoster gibt sich die Ehre (1967) as Baboo
- Day of Anger (1967) as Blonde Deputy with Harmonica
- Valentin Katajews chirurgische Eingriffe in das Seelenleben des Dr. Igor Igorowitsch (1967) as Konnikow
- Is Paris Burning? (1966) as SS (Bayeux Tapestry)
- Die seltsamen Methoden des Franz Josef Wanninger (1965) as Vitus
- Battle of the Bulge (1965) as Von Diepel
- The House in Karp Lane (1965) as Leopold Glaser
- The Man from Oklahoma (1965) as Hondo
- The House in Karp Lane (1965) as Leopold Glaser
- The Great Escape (1963) as S.S. Officer Steinach
- Die Karte mit dem Luchskopf (1963) as Hauptwachtmeister Kargel
- Barras Heute (1963) as Oberfeldwebel Knorr
- Der Transport (1961)
- Toller Hecht auf krummer Tour (1961) as Thomas
- Und sowas nennt sich Leben (1961)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Karl-Otto Alberty best known for?
Karl-Otto Alberty is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including War and Remembrance (1988), Flatfoot in Egypt (1980), Bluebeard (1972), Slaughterhouse-Five (1972).
When and where was Karl-Otto Alberty born?
Karl-Otto Alberty was born on November 13, 1933 in Berlin, Germany. They passed away on April 25, 2015.
How many credits does Karl-Otto Alberty have?
Karl-Otto Alberty has accumulated over 38 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1961 to 1988.
What is Karl-Otto Alberty's background in cinema and television?
Karl-Otto Alberty was a German actor born on 13 November 1933 in Berlin. He made his début at the City Theatre in Konstanz in 1959. Alberty's first appearance in English language films was as an SD officer in The Great Escape (1963). He went on to play supporting roles in various films, often portraying German officers...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Odyssey (1968) as Eurymachus — aged about 34
- Assignment: Munich (1972) as Fritz — aged about 38
- War and Remembrance (1988) as Rudolf Haindl — aged about 54
- The Great Escape (1963) as S.S. Officer Steinach — aged about 29
- The Odyssey (1969) as Eurymachus — aged about 35
- Kelly's Heroes (1970) as German Tank Commander — aged about 36
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