Max Schreck

German actor in film and theater

Max Schreck - German actor in film and theater
Born

September 6th, 1879
145 years ago

Died

February 20th, 1936
89 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Germany

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An influential German actor primarily recognized for the role of Count Orlok in the 1922 silent horror film 'Nosferatu'. Schreck began his career in theater, performing in various productions before transitioning to cinema. His portrayal of the vampire Orlok left a lasting impact on the horror genre and established a definitive image of the creature. Schreck's work in early German cinema helped shape the expressionist style that characterized the era. Alongside 'Nosferatu', Schreck appeared in several other films, contributing to the development of the medium during its formative years.

Played Count Orlok in 'Nosferatu'

Appeared in 'The Student of Prague'

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