About
Erich von Stroheim (September 22, 1885 – May 12, 1957) was a multifaceted Austrian-American actor, director, and writer known for his contributions to cinema during the silent film era. He was renowned for his meticulous attention to detail as a director and for portraying intense, often morally ambiguous characters on screen. Stroheim gained fame for directing and starring in films like "Greed" and "The Merry Widow." His style was marked by elaborate storytelling and a commitment to realism. Stroheim's career was impactful, though often marked by conflicts with studios due to his uncompromising vision, which led to some of his films being heavily edited against his wishes.
Known for
Sunset BoulevardMovie • 1950
Grand IllusionMovie • 1937
The Birth of a NationMovie • 1915
Five Graves to CairoMovie • 1943
Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the AgesMovie • 1916
GreedMovie • 1924
NapoleonMovie • 1955
The Devil-DollMovie • 1936
Foolish WivesMovie • 1922
The Wedding MarchMovie • 1928
Boys' SchoolMovie • 1938
The Great FlamarionMovie • 1945
The North StarMovie • 1943
Queen KellyMovie • 1929
The Lady and the MonsterMovie • 1944
The Merry WidowMovie • 1925
Blind HusbandsMovie • 1919
Hearts of the WorldMovie • 1918
UnnaturalMovie • 1952
The Great GabboMovie • 1929