Wilhelm von Homburg
Stardom is a loose word, but Wilhelm von Homburg is a clear case of a star actor whose casting is itself part of a film's news cycle. In 60 years the count has reached 19 titles. James in 'Die Hard' is the role that turned into a reference point. 'Ghostbusters II' is the second credit that travels internationally. Action is where most of the work sits.
Wilhelm von Homburg
17 Movies
2 Series
Stardom is a loose word, but Wilhelm von Homburg is a clear case of a star actor whose casting is itself part of a film's news cycle. In 60 years the count has reached 19 titles. James in 'Die Hard' is the role that turned into a reference point. 'Ghostbusters II' is the second credit that travels internationally. Action is where most of the work sits.
Movies
Plays James
Die Hard
1988
Plays Vigo
Ghostbusters II
1989
Plays Simon
In the Mouth of Madness
1995
Plays West Berlin Police Lieutenant
The Package
1989
Plays Fritz
The Devil's Brigade
1968
Plays Maitre 'D
The Silence of the Hams
1994
Plays Gregor
The Wrecking Crew
1968
Plays Charles Macum Diggs
Diggstown
1992
Plays Souteneur
Stroszek
1977
Plays Hans
The Hell with Heroes
1968
Plays Bike
Night of the Warrior
1991
Plays Killer
Eye of the Storm
1991
Plays GGI Man
The Last of the Secret Agents?
1966
Plays Juan Carlos
Midnight Cabaret
1990
Plays Boxer Max Graf
Gentlemen in White Vests
1970
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Full Filmography
In the Mouth of Madness
Simon
1995
Film
The Silence of the Hams
Maitre 'D
1994
Film
Diggstown
Charles Macum Diggs
1992
Film
Eye of the Storm
Killer
1991
Film
Night of the Warrior
Bike
1991
Film
Midnight Cabaret
Juan Carlos
1990
Film
The Package
West Berlin Police Lieutenant
1989
Film
Ghostbusters II
Vigo
1989
Film
Die Hard
James
1988
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wilhelm von Homburg still alive?
Wilhelm von Homburg passed away on March 10, 2004 at age 63.
What are the most famous roles of Wilhelm von Homburg?
Wilhelm von Homburg is best known for roles in Die Hard, Ghostbusters II, In the Mouth of Madness.
How many movies has Wilhelm von Homburg been in?
Over a 38-year career (since 1966), Wilhelm von Homburg has appeared in 17 movies and 2 TV shows.
What was Wilhelm von Homburg's first movie?
The career of Wilhelm von Homburg began with The Last of the Secret Agents? (1966).
What is Wilhelm von Homburg's most recent movie or series?
Wilhelm von Homburg's most recent release is The Boxing Prince, which premiered on January 24, 2002.
What TV shows has Wilhelm von Homburg appeared in?
On television, Wilhelm von Homburg has appeared in Gunsmoke, The Wild Wild West, The Invaders, Der Sport-Spiegel.
Wilhelm von Homburg
1940-08-25 · Berlin, Germany
Norbert Grupe (born August 25, 1940 – March 10, 2004), better known outside Germany by his stage name Wilhelm von Homburg, was a German boxer, actor, and professional wrestler known for his villainous supporting roles in various high-profile films of the 1980s and 1990s, including Vigo the Carpathian in Ghostbusters II, the henchman James in Die Hard, and Souteneur in Werner Herzog's Stroszek.