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Paul Wegener

Paul Wegener

Director & actor · born 11 December 1874 · Arnoldsdorf, West Prussia, Germany [now Jarantowice, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, Poland]

Paul Wegener was a German actor known for his pioneering roles in Expressionist films. He can also be considered a father of horror for his breakout role in The Student of Prague (1913). Wegener maintained a career throughout and after the Nazi era, starring in his last film in 1948.

Where to start: The Golem: How He Came into the World (1920).

As director 18

As actor 61

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Paul Wegener movie?

By viewer score, The Golem: How He Came into the World (1920) at 7.0/10.

What are Paul Wegener’s most popular movies?

The Golem: How He Came into the World, The Golem: How He Came into the World, The Student of Prague.

How many movies has Paul Wegener made?

79 films on TMDB, 18 as director, 61 as actor.

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