Heinz Drache

Heinz Drache

Deceased · Born: Feb 9, 1923 · Died: Apr 3, 2002

Personal Details

BornFeb 9, 1923 Essen, Germany

Biography

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Dieter Drache, a German actor of great renown, etched his indelible mark on the world of entertainment by assuming the captivating persona of Inspector Yates in the esteemed miniseries "Das Halstuch", a production that premiered in the year 1962.

With an innate affinity for the performing arts, Drache's journey into the world of acting commenced with humble beginnings as an extra in his high school days, a stepping stone that ultimately led him to refine his craft at the esteemed Deutsches Theater in Berlin, a prestigious institution that has long been synonymous with excellence in the realm of the dramatic arts.

In the initial stages of his illustrious career, Drache's exceptional talent was first noticed by the renowned Gustaf Gründgens, who subsequently cast him in a pivotal role within the highly acclaimed comic fantasy production, "Der Schatten" (The Shadow),which garnered widespread acclaim and commercial success. This notable breakthrough marked the beginning of a long-term professional association with Gründgens, who would go on to guide Drache's development as a performer, assigning him character roles in some of the most revered theatrical productions of the time, including the classical masterpieces "Danton's Death", "Candida", and "Othello".

Drache's illustrious film career, spanning an impressive three decades, was marked by a diverse range of notable roles in serious dramas, including the critically acclaimed "Spy for Germany" released in 1956, and the thought-provoking "The Rest Is Silence" in 1959.

In addition to his dramatic endeavors, Drache also established himself as a master of the crime-fighting genre, starring in a series of Edgar Wallace potboilers that captivated audiences. Some of his most memorable performances in this genre include the action-packed "The Avenger" released in 1960, the thrilling "The Indian Scarf" in 1963, and the chilling "The Horror of Blackwood Castle" in 1968.

In the decade of the 1970s, Drache made a comeback to the screen, assuming the role of Kriminalhauptkommissar Hans Georg Bülow in the widely popular television series "Tatort", which premiered in 1970. Despite the show's initial mixed critical reception, Drache's portrayal of Bülow captivated audiences, leading to his involvement in the production for a brief period of six episodes. However, the show's inconsistent critical acclaim ultimately led to Drache's departure from the series. Following his departure from the spotlight, Drache's professional endeavors gradually decreased in frequency, and he eventually passed away in Berlin in the month of April, specifically in the year 2002, at the age of 79.

Career

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1985
Scene of the Crime
Scene of the Crime as Hans Georg Bülow
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1979
Derrick
Derrick as Martin Dorp
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1977
The Old Fox
The Old Fox as Walter Preus
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1968
Sandy the Seal
Sandy the Seal as Jan van Heerden
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1966
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1965
Coast of Skeletons
Coast of Skeletons as Janny von Koltze
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1964
The Wizard
The Wizard as James W. Wesby
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1963
Der Zinker
Der Zinker as Inspektor Bill Elford
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The Indian Scarf
The Indian Scarf as Frank Tanner