Erich Schellow was an American actor best known for his roles in The Captain from Köpenick, Hotel Adlon, and Das Jahrhundert der Chirurgen. Born on February 27, 1915, in Berlin, Germany, he became a prominent figure in German theater and film.
Personal and Family Life
Erich Schellow was married to Elke von Klopmann from 1983 until his death on November 25, 1995. Early in his career, he worked as a dubbing actor, providing the German voice for notable artists, including Peter Cushing. He trained at the acting school of the Preußischen Staatstheater in Berlin, guided by actress Lola Müthel, which helped him develop his skills on stage.
Career
Schellow made his acting debut in 1937 as Mortimer in Schiller’s “Maria Stuart” at the Deutschen Volkstheater in Hamburg. He gained acclaim for his performances on classical stages, although he appeared less frequently on screen. His portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the 1967 TV series earned him the title of honorary member of the German Sherlock Holmes Society.
Death and Legacy
Erich Schellow passed away on November 25, 1995, in Berlin, Germany, due to complications from a stroke. His contributions to theater and film have left a lasting impact on German culture. He is remembered for his role in bringing classical characters to life and for his significant contributions to the art of dubbing.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Der 20. Juli | 1955-06-21 | |
| Bildnis einer Unbekannten | 1954-08-26 | Walter, Botschaftsrat |
| Vor Sonnenuntergang | 1956-07-06 | Wolfgang Clausen |
| Drei vom Varieté | 1954-12-21 | Alexis Wagner |
| Das Trauerspiel von Julius Caesar | 1969-04-30 | Julius Caesar |
| Ein Mädchenleben für Wind | 1967-11-19 | Odysseus |
| Ein Mord, den jeder begeht | 1979-08-04 | Herr von Hohenlocher |
| Funkeln im Auge | 1984-02-19 | |
| Tragödie auf der Jagd | 1968-05-27 | Judge Kamyschow |
| Der Apoll von Bellac | 1964-08-27 | Herr von Bellac |
| In jenen Tagen | 1947-06-13 | Karl |
| Ein Mädchen aus Paris | 1954-11-23 | |
| Die Stadt ist voller Geheimnisse | 1955-01-04 | Rudolf Thomas, Engineer |
| Hotel Adlon | 1955-09-01 | Louis Adlon |
| Der Hauptmann von Köpenick | 1956-08-15 | Capt. von Schlettow |
| Sherlock Holmes | 1967-10-01 | Sherlock Holmes |
| Das Jahrhundert der Chirurgen | 1972-01-20 | Dr. Robert Koch |