Ken Duken
Biography
Ken Duken is a German actor born on April 17, 1979, in Heidelberg, Germany. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, with a total of 111 known credits. Duken is known for his work in various productions, including the police drama series Night Shift, where he played the role of a young Commissioner Teddy Schrader. His filmography also includes titles such as Hanebný pancharti, Hotel Adlon, and Nitschewo. Duken's acting career spans multiple genres and mediums, showcasing his versatility as a performer. He is also known by the names Ken Albert Duken and Кен Дукен.
Career overview
Ken Duken is a German actor born on April 17, 1979, in Heidelberg, Germany. He has been active in the entertainment industry for over two decades, with a large body of work in film and television. Duken has been credited with over 111 acting roles in his career, showcasing his versatility and range as a performer.
One of Duken's notable early roles was in the German police drama series Night Shift, which he joined in 2002 as a young Commissioner Teddy Schrader. This series marked a significant milestone in his career, demonstrating his ability to take on complex and demanding characters. Duken's performances have been recognized by audiences and critics alike, with a content score of 100 on TMDB.
Duken's filmography includes a range of notable titles, including Hanebný pancharti, Hotel Adlon, and Nitschewo. These films have helped establish him as a respected and accomplished actor in the German film industry. Throughout his career, Duken has demonstrated a commitment to his craft, taking on a wide variety of roles and collaborating with esteemed directors and producers. His extensive body of work serves as a testament to his talent and dedication as an actor.
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Full Filmography
117 titles- Euphorie (2025) as Fabian Straube
- Pärchenabend (2024) as Philipp
- Drift: Partners in Crime (2023) as Ali Zeller
- Local Hero (2022) as Self
- Algiers Confidential (2022) as Ralf Eley
- Fate: The Winx Saga (2021) as Andreas
- Die Liebe des Hans Albers (2021) as Hans Albers
- Professionals (2020) as Kurt Neumann
- Shepherd: The Story of a Jewish Dog (2020) as Ralph
- Die Hexenprinzessin (2020) as König Goderic
- Dream Factory (2019) as Alex Hellberg
- Snow White and the Magic of the Dwarves (2019) as Erzähler
- A Rose in Winter (2019) as Hans Lipps
- Die Informantin - Der Fall Lissabon (2019) as Jan
- The Crimson Rivers (2018) as Kripo-Beamter Nicolas Kleinert
- Perfume (2018) as Roman Seliger
- Berlin Falling (2017) as Frank
- Berlin Falling (2017) Director
- Berlin Falling (2017) Producer
- Berlin Falling (2017) Idea
- Conni & Co 2 - Das Geheimnis des T-Rex (2017) as Jürgen Klawitter
- Adidas Vs. Puma: The Brother's Feud (2016) as Adi Dassler
- The Lion Woman (2016) as Andrej
- Tempel (2016) as Mark Tempel
- Die Sportsfeinde aus Herzogenaurach - Adidas gegen Puma (2016) as Himself
- Die Informantin (2016) as Jan
- Conni & Co (2016) as Jürgen Klawitter
- Wer weiß denn sowas? (2015) as Self
- Wer weiß denn sowas? (2015)
- Max and Helene (2015) as Thomas Köller
- Arletty: A Guilty Passion (2015) as Hans
- Frau Müller muss weg! (2015) as Patrick Jeskow
- Up the Stairs (2015) as Beyer
- Kino Plus (2014) as Self
- Northmen: A Viking Saga (2014) as Thorald
- Alistair MacLean's Air Force One Is Down (2014) as Petrovic
- Coming In (2014) as Robert
- False Freedom (2014) as Obersturmbannführer Voss
- Dr. Gressmann zeigt Gefühle (2014) as Dr. Philipp Gressmann
- Neo Magazin Royale (2013) as Guest
- Hotel Adlon (2013) as Julian Zimmermann
- Odyssey of Heroes (2013) as Karl Overbeck
- Robin Hood (2013) as Alexander Scholl
- Banklady (2013) as Kommissar Fischer
- Im Leben von … (2012) as Self
- Add a Friend (2012) as Felix Wagner
- Two Lives (2012) as Sven Solbach
- Schief gewickelt (2012) as Eddy Brennfleck
- The Sinking of the Laconia (2011) as Werner Hartenstein
- Chalet Girl (2011) as Mikki
- Carl & Bertha (2011) as Carl Benz
- My Last Day Without You (2011) as Niklas
- On the Inside (2011) as Marco Held
- The Miracle of Carinthia (2011) as Dr. Markus Höchstmann
- One Last Game (2011) as Gellert
- Lisas Fluch (2011) as Nick Schneider
- Sotto il cielo di Roma (2010) as Hauptmann von Goedel
- Enemies of the State (2010) as Bukovský
- Distance (2010) as Daniel Bauer
- Distance (2010) Producer
- Pope Pius XII (2010) as Hauptmann von Goedel
- Inglourious Basterds (2009) as German Soldier / Mata Hari
- Rabbit Without Ears 2 (2009) as Ralf
- Flug in die Nacht - Das Unglück von Überlingen (2009) as Johann Lenders
- Markus Lanz (2008) as Self
- Max Manus: Man of War (2008) as Siegfried Fehmer
- König Drosselbart (2008) as Prinz Richard von Begonien / König Drosselbart
- 1½ Ritter - Auf der Suche nach der hinreißenden Herzelinde (2008) as Wärter
- Fire! (2008) as Ian
- A Long Way Home (2008) as Ben Winter
- War and Peace (2007) as Anatole Kuragin
- Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves (2007) as Séraphin
- Eichmann (2007) Executive Producer
- Ali Baba and the 40 thieves (2007) as Séraphin
- Der Kriminalist (2006) as Pfarrer Johannsen
- A Pirate's Heart (2006) as Klaus Störtebeker
- Karol: A Man Who Became Pope (2005) as Adam Zielinski
- Offside (2005) as Toni
- Karol: A Man Who Became Pope (2005) as Adam Zielinski
- Nitschewo (2004) as Jim
- Hidden Children (2004) as Joseph Indig
- Deadly Diversion (2004) as Adrian
- Die schöne Braut in Schwarz (2004) as Aldo's Sohn
- Nachtschicht (2003) as Teddy Schrader
- Augustus: The First Emperor (2003) as Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa
- Entrusted (2003) as Jürgen Müller
- Augustus: The First Emperor (2003) as Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa
- Mörderherz (2002) as Gregor Dieckmann
- Kiss and Run (2002) as Max
- Das schwangere Mädchen (2001) as Jens
- 100 Pro (2001) as Floh
- Run While You Can (2001) as Rudi Novak
- Menschen der Woche (2000) as Self
- Gran Paradiso (2000) as Mark
- Tricked (2000) as Steve
- Die Nacht der Engel (2000) as Kai
- Volle Kanne (1999) as Self
- TV total (1999) as Self
- Paradise Mall (1999) as Laser
- The Johannes B. Kerner Show (1998) as Self
- Blutiger Ernst (1998)
- Julia - Kämpfe für deine Träume! (1998) as Jens Leininger
- Tietjen und Bommes (1997) as Self
- Brisant (1994) as Self
- Rosa Roth (1994) as Eric
- Morgenmagazin (1992) as Self
- DAS! (1991) as Self
- Blauer Panther (1989) as Self
- NDR Talk Show (1979) as Self
- Kölner Treff (1976) as Self
- 3 nach 9 (1974) as Self
- Polizeiruf 110 (1971) as Arndt Weinert
- Polizeiruf 110 (1971) as Dr. Joachim von Cadenbach
- Scene of the Crime (1970) as Christian Marshall
- Scene of the Crime (1970) as David Bogmann
- Grimme Award (1964) as Self
- Hexameron as Black Monk
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ken Duken best known for?
Ken Duken is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Mini and the Mozzies (2014), Fate: The Winx Saga (2021), Richard's Things (1980), Perfume (2018).
When and where was Ken Duken born?
Ken Duken was born on April 17, 1979 in Heidelberg, Germany.
How many credits does Ken Duken have?
Ken Duken has accumulated over 117 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2025.
What is Ken Duken's background in cinema and television?
Ken Duken is a German actor born on April 17, 1979, in Heidelberg, Germany. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, with a total of 111 known credits. Duken is known for his work in various productions, including the police drama series Night Shift, where he played the role of a young Commissioner Teddy...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Kino Plus (2014) as Self — aged about 35
- Tietjen und Bommes (1997) as Self — aged about 18
- Inglourious Basterds (2009) as German Soldier / Mata Hari — aged about 30
- Fate: The Winx Saga (2021) as Andreas — aged about 42
- The Johannes B. Kerner Show (1998) as Self — aged about 19
- Wer weiß denn sowas? (2015) as Self — aged about 36
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