Udo Samel

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Characters played by Udo Samel

Dr. George Blonskij — The Piano Teacher (2001)

Dr. George Blonskij is one half of the Blonskij couple who host the recital where Erika meets Walter. His role in the described plot is limited, but the event provides the social setting for Walter's admiration of Erika and begins the connection between the two central characters.

Luigi Mackeroni — Killer Condom (1996)

Gay NYPD detective investigating mysterious attacks on male guests at Hotel Quickie. After a carnivorous condom bites off his right testicle, he embarks on a personal vendetta to stop the attacks while confronting his true feelings for Billy.

Security Guard — Faraway, So Close! (1993)

Building monitor ensuring order and safety in urban spaces.

Jakob Kaufmann — My Best Enemy (2011)

Jakob is Victor's father and Hannah's husband. He is deported with his family and later dies, but his hidden knowledge remains crucial to the plot. Jakob conceals the original painting inside his self-portrait, and Victor recognizes the hiding place after returning to the family's former home without revealing it to the SS.

Helmut — No Hit Wonder (2025)

Choir member suffering from dementia. His failure to appear for the TV recording causes the performance to collapse, serving as a pivotal moment for Daniel's realization about his behavior.

Daumer — Kaspar Hauser (1993)

Daumer is the professor who takes responsibility for Kaspar Hauser after his arrival in Nuremberg. He teaches Kaspar words, writing, manners, and the basic meanings of the surrounding world, helping him develop curiosity and express personal wishes. His educational role gives Kaspar a path toward independence and social understanding.

Choirmaster — Friends Forever (2012)

The boys’ Choirmaster tries to protect Alex when the authorities threaten to take him away. He argues that Alex is essential to the choir, especially for the Prague performance where Alex is to sing a solo. Later, he reassures Alex that he is the choir’s leading singer and may remain so until the war ends.

Präfekt Locmariaquer — Inspector Dupin: Brittany's Tide (2017)

Regional prefect overseeing official investigations.

Severin Erlbaum — Allmen and the Mystery of the Dahlias (2019)

Rival investigator whose competing motives complicate the high-stakes dahlia painting mystery.

Heribert Pilch — Kottan ermittelt: Rien ne va plus (2010)

Police chief who requests the suspended Major Kottan to resume active duty for a murder investigation and is engaged in an internal power struggle with Major General Hofbauer.

Schurig — Knife in the Head (1978)

Schurig is brought in during the police investigation to identify Hoffmann, whom the authorities suspect of stabbing an officer. Hoffmann's confused reactions during the identification fail to provide a clear account and deepen uncertainty about the case. His role connects the police inquiry directly to Hoffmann's impaired memory and communication.

Willi — Blumen für Polt (2001)

Friend of the deceased Riebel, central to early investigation.

Career Overview

Udo Samel has 86 screen credits in a career dating back to 1970. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Inspector Dupin Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include The Piano Teacher, Killer Condom, Auf Teufel komm raus. 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
86
Birth Date
1953-06-25
Birth Place
Trier-Eitelsbach, Germany

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q71497), public domain (CC0).