Siegfried Lowitz

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Characters played by Siegfried Lowitz

Erwin Köster — The Old Fox (1977)

Humble chief detective known as the 'Old Fox'. Uses psychological insight to trap criminals and provides unique views on human nature.

(Ober-)Inspektor Elk (German version) /(Chief) Inspector Hedge (English version) — Fellowship of the Frog (1959)

Inspector Elk leads the investigation into the robberies and the suspected hideout at the Lolita bar. Although he has struggled to identify the gang's leader, he eventually exposes Sergeant Balder as a gang member and arrests him. His investigation also becomes crucial to clearing Ray Bennet after the shooting of Lew Brady.

Sir Richard — The Sinister Monk (1965)

He becomes involved in the inheritance struggle and later clashes with Sir William over the will and Gwendolin's safety. Their dispute reveals how the inheritance has driven him to threaten another family member.

Inspektor Burke — The Forger of London (1961)

Inspektor Burke is a Scotland Yard officer and a friend of Peter Clifton. He investigates the counterfeit notes, Basil Hale's death, and the hidden counterfeiting room at Longford Castle. Although the evidence points toward Peter, Burke suspects Dr. Donald Wells of drugging him and manipulating the case, and vows that the real murderer will be exposed.

Lt. Heinzi — It Happened in Broad Daylight (1958)

Lt. Heinzi is identified in the supplied cast as a police lieutenant and is associated with Matthäi's successor in the investigation. The successor accepts the peddler's confession and later dismisses Matthäi's serial-killer theory, helping drive Matthäi to continue the case independently.

Police Commissioner Brahm — The Invisible Dr. Mabuse (1962)

Senior police official overseeing the high-profile investigation.

Inspector Warren / Henry Arthur Milton — The Mysterious Magician (1964)

Police inspector and family member navigating dual professional and personal ties.

Fabrikant Dreissiger — Die Weber (1971)

The factory owner who profits from the weavers' misery, representing the oppressive capitalist forces driving mechanization and wage exploitation.

Kriminalinspektor Richard Voß — Die Physiker (1964)

A criminal inspector whose investigations intersect with the asylum, representing external authority and pressure regarding the hidden scientific knowledge.

Career Overview

Siegfried Lowitz has 70 screen credits in a career dating back to 1954. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently The Ringer Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Fellowship of the Frog, Flohr und die Traumfrau, Der Fall Opa. 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
70
Birth Date
1914-09-22
Birth Place
Berlin, Germany

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q72511), public domain (CC0).