Rüdiger Vogler

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Characters played by Rüdiger Vogler

Phillip Winter — Until the End of the World (1991)

A pragmatic missing-persons detective initially hired by Claire to track down the fugitive Trevor. He pursues Sam across Europe and Russia, often finding himself involuntarily entangled in the group's adventures. After the electromagnetic pulse, he survives in the Australian lab and eventually departs with the other bounty hunters, maintaining a professional but detached relationship with Claire.

Bruno Winter — Kings of the Road (1976)

A quiet projection-equipment repair mechanic traveling along the East German border in a repair truck. He picks up Robert after a suicide attempt, witnesses various personal despair, has a conflict with Robert, and continues his solitary service calls after Robert departs.

Wilhelm — Wrong Move (1975)

An aspiring writer who leaves his hometown to travel to Bonn. He shares a train compartment with Therese, Laertes, and Mignon, paying for their fares and housing. He faces emotional tension from Therese and romantic advances from Mignon, while being disgusted by Laertes's Holocaust past. Ultimately departs alone to complete a symbolic journey at the Zugspitze summit.

Von Zimmel — OSS 117: Lost in Rio (2009)

Escaped Nazi professor holding a microfilm list of French sympathizers, primary target in Rio.

Mr. George — Sapphire Blue (2014)

Minor character.

Phillip Winter — Faraway, So Close! (1993)

Detective investigating criminal activities and tracking suspects.

Abbé Pirard — The Red and the Black (1997)

Abbé Pirard takes an interest in Julien during his seminary years, offers him practical help, and warns that his principles may make his future difficult. He also helps Julien leave the seminary and move to Paris, where Julien enters the household of the Marquis de la Môle.

Mr. George (archive footage) — Emerald Green (2016)

Archival appearance.

Jos Father — Dreileben: Don’t Follow Me Around (2011)

Father figure within the local community network.

Thomas George — Ruby Red (2013)

Minor character.

The Actor — The Left-Handed Woman (1978)

The Actor is someone The Woman confronts, urging him to stop posing and take the risk of speaking openly. Their exchange reflects her broader effort to challenge familiar roles and seek more honest communication, though the summary does not establish a closer relationship between them.

Dr. Tschudi — Anna Goldin, the Last Witch (1991)

Physician and employer who falsely accuses Anna, driving the central witch trial conflict.

Career Overview

Rüdiger Vogler has 163 screen credits in a career dating back to 1966. Their work spans 10 cinematic universes — most prominently Gwendolyn Shepherd Collection with 3 titles. Signature works include Alice in the Cities, Mörderinnen, Lisbon Story. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
163
Birth Date
1942-05-14
Birth Place
Warthausen, Germany

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 10 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q69705), public domain (CC0).