Marlene Dietrich

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Characters played by Marlene Dietrich

Christine — Witness for the Prosecution (1957)

Leonard's German wife. Initially provides a cold alibi, then testifies as a prosecution witness against him. Secretly conspires to frame Leonard by forging letters and impersonating a disfigured woman. Actually loves him, poses as a hateful wife to secure his acquittal knowing his guilt. Kills him with a knife upon learning he plans to leave her.

Mrs. Bertholt — Judgment at Nuremberg (1961)

Mrs. Bertholt is the widow of a German general executed by the Allies, whose family home has been requisitioned as Dan Haywood's residence. Haywood befriends her while seeking to understand German attitudes toward the war. After the verdicts, she ignores his unanswered call with tears in her eyes, suggesting their connection has been painfully severed.

Charlotte Inwood — Stage Fright (1950)

A flamboyant stage actress and singer, Charlotte is the widow at the center of the murder investigation and Jonathan's secret lover. She continues performing while concealing her role in the crime, and Eve discovers her affair with her manager. In a secretly broadcast conversation, Charlotte admits planning her husband's death but accuses Jonathan of carrying it out.

Bijou — Seven Sinners (1940)

A nightclub singer with a troubled past and a reputation for disorderly behavior and repeated deportations. She finds companionship with Dr. Martin, returns to Boni-Komba to sing at Tony’s café, and falls in love with Dan. Despite the Governor’s warning about Dan’s distinguished family and her own official record, she declares that she will marry him.

Shanghai Lily — Shanghai Express (1932)

A former lover of Dr. Harvey traveling on the train. Initially labeled a 'coaster' by others, she secretly loves Harvey and prays for his safety. To save him from being blinded by the rebel warlord Chang, she offers to go to his palace as a hostage. After Chang's death, she reconciles with Harvey at the Shanghai station.

Domini Enfilden — The Garden of Allah (1936)

A wealthy woman seeking spiritual guidance after her father's death. She travels to North Africa and the Sahara Desert, where she falls deeply in love with and marries the enigmatic Boris. Upon discovering his shocking past as a fugitive monk, she ultimately chooses compassion over judgment, supporting his decision to return to religious life to honor his vows.

Altar Keane — Rancho Notorious (1952)

Former saloon singer and owner of the Chuck-a-Luck ranch, a notorious outlaw hideout. She becomes the target of Vern's investigation after wearing his fiancée's brooch. Initially falls for Vern's feigned romance, she reveals the brooch's true owner but is betrayed when Vern exposes his revenge motive. She attempts to leave her criminal life but is fatally shot protecting Frenchy during the final gang shootout.

Lola Lola — The Blue Angel (1930)

Lola Lola is the headliner at the Blue Angel cabaret and the woman with whom Immanuel Rath becomes infatuated. She responds to his defense of her, marries him after he leaves teaching, and later continues performing while his dependence, jealousy, and resentment destroy their relationship.

Mademoiselle Amy Jolly — Morocco (1930)

A disillusioned nightclub headliner traveling to Mogador who rebuffs wealthy suitor La Bessière. She bonds with Private Tom Brown, slips him her key, and later testifies to clear his name. After initially agreeing to desert with him, she changes her mind and accepts La Bessière's marriage proposal. Upon learning Tom is in a hospital, she visits him, then impulsively abandons her fiancé to follow Tom and the legionnaires into the desert.

Monica Teasdale — No Highway in the Sky (1951)

Monica Teasdale is a renowned Hollywood actress traveling on the Reindeer flight. Theodore Honey warns her where survival would be safest if the aircraft crashes, and she believes his theory during the tense night at Gander. She later speaks to his superiors on his behalf and leaves space for Marjorie Corder's relationship with him.

Cherry Malotte — The Spoilers (1942)

Saloon owner in Nome who is aware of the widespread corruption. She is Roy Glennister's former lover and later breaks him out of jail to rescue him, ultimately helping him reclaim his mine and win Helen's affection.

Princess Sophia Frederica / Catherine II — The Scarlet Empress (1934)

Brought to Russia to marry Grand Duke Peter, she is renamed Catherine. Initially pressured to produce an heir, she later becomes a shrewd, self-assured ruler who learns statecraft, cultivates military support, and orchestrates a coup to overthrow Peter, ascending as Empress Catherine II.

Career Overview

Marlene Dietrich has 96 screen credits in a career dating back to 1919. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently That's Entertainment Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Witness for the Prosecution, Erich Maria Remarque und Marlene Dietrich - Flucht in die Liebe, Stage Fright. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
96
Birth Date
1901-12-27
Birth Place
Berlin, Germany

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Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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