Born: April 30, 1945 – Died: May 31, 2020
Dan van Husen, born in Gummersbach, Germany, was a versatile actor who carved a unique niche in the entertainment industry. With a career spanning over four decades, van Husen became known for his distinctive presence and dedication to his craft.
Early Life and Career
Van Husen's journey into acting began in his native Germany. His later work in the entertainment industry showed a deep commitment and passion for acting.
Van Husen's foray into the world of cinema started with his involvement in Italo Westerns during the 1970s. He appeared in twenty-three such films in a relatively short period of six to seven years. This genre, known for its unique style and storytelling, provided van Husen with a platform to showcase his talent.
His first major successful role came with "Nosferatu the Vampyre" (1979), where he played the Warden. This film marked a turning point in his career, showing his ability to adapt to more challenging and diverse roles. Van Husen's work in "Enemy at the Gates" (2001) as a Political Officer further solidified his status as a capable and versatile actor.
Throughout his career, van Husen appeared in over 140 film and television projects, taking on a variety of roles that demonstrated his range and skill. His work was not limited to acting; he also contributed as a producer in some projects.
Dan van Husen's impact on the film industry, especially in the genre of western and horror films, is notable. His ability to bring depth to his characters, coupled with his distinctive on-screen presence, made him a memorable figure in cinema. His dedication to the art of acting and his versatility in taking on a wide range of roles have left an indelible mark on Hollywood and the international film community.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Price of Death | Wolfgang |
| 2019 | Draw Your Gun (Short) | Man on wanted poster |
| 2019 | Beyond Fury | Reverend Tony Mortimer |
| 2017 | Le Accelerator | The Death Advisor |
| 2017 | In Search of Fellini | Dan van Husen |
| 2017 | EXCRETION: The Shocking True Story of the Football Moms | Dr. Helmut Rechte |
| 2016 | Uxo (Short) | Helmut |
| 2016 | Brimstone | Coach Driver |
| 2015 | Zombie Massacre 2: Reich of the Dead | Doktor Mengele |
| 2014 | Against the Moon (Short) | Old man |
| 2014 | Tom Sawyer & Huckleberry Finn | Windy |
| 2013 | Killing All the Flies (TV Movie) | Simon Moskovitz |
| 2011 | One Last Game | Obonya |
| 2011 | The Scarlet Worm | Heinrich Kley |
| 2008 | Winter in Wartime | Auer |
| 2008 | FunnyMovie (TV Series) | Barmann | Roques Vater |
| 2007 | SOKO Wismar (TV Series) | Rolle Röber |
| 2006 | The Man Who Sold the World | Zisna |
| 2006 | Drawn in Blood | Bergen |
| 2006 | Karol Wojtyla - Geheimnisse eines Papstes (TV Movie) | Krakol |
| 2006 | Chain Reaction (Video) | Paul Anderson |
| 2005 | Forest of the Damned | Crazy Old Man |
| 2005 | Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten (TV Series) | Jens Fuchs |
| 2005 | Der Fahnder (TV Series) | Rubin |
| 2005 | Tsunami (TV Movie) | Kramlick |
| 2005 | Life in the Ring (Short) | The Trainer |
| 2005 | Cold and Dark | Solly Tunkel |
| 2004 | Mors mala (Short) | Conrad |
| 2004 | Ohne Worte (TV Series) | Bewacher | Mafia Boss |
| 2004 | Darkhunters | Jack |
| 2004 | Funeral Etiquette (Short) | The Undertaker |
| 2003 | Behind the Wall (Short) | Sergej |
| 2003 | Rigor Mortis - The Final Colours (Video) | Denver |
| 2003 | The FA Cup Promotion (TV Short) | Demon |
| 2002 | Killer Barbys vs. Dracula | Seaward (as Dan van Hussen) |
| 2002 | Hart's War | Boxcar Sergeant |
| 2001 | Band of Brothers (TV Mini Series) | Alleged Commandant |
| 2001 | Die Wache (TV Series) | Hauptwachmeister |
| 2001 | Perfect Strangers (TV Mini Series) | German Priest |
| 2001 | HeliCops - Einsatz über Berlin (TV Series) | Ivan Tarkov |
| 2001 | Enemy at the Gates | Political Officer |
| 2000 | Adelheid und ihre Mörder (TV Series) | Taxifahrer |
| 2000 | Der Schnapper: Ein Toter kehrt zurück (TV Movie) | Rezeptionist |
| 2000 | Auf schmalem Grat (TV Movie) | Schlenzer |
| 2000 | Alarm für Cobra 11 - Die Autobahnpolizei (TV Series) | Hänchen |
| 1998 | Der Clown (TV Series) | Gangster |
| 1994 | Praxis Bülowbogen (TV Series) | Händler |
| 1994 | Doppelter Einsatz (TV Series) | Bimba |
| 1994 | Der Havelkaiser (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1991 | Ein Schloß am Wörthersee (TV Series) | Beppe |
| 1980–1991 | Tatort (TV Series) | Speedy | Clown |
| 1990 | Lindenstraße (TV Series) | Taxifahrer |
| 1989 | The Saint: Wrong Number (TV Movie) | Foss |
| 1979–1989 | Aktenzeichen XY... ungelöst! (TV Series) | Brutaler Einbrecher in Kalenborn | Aushorscher mit Bier im Saarbrücker Lokal | Hässlicher Vergewaltiger ... |
| 1989 | Hals über Kopf (TV Series) | Bankräuber |
| 1987 | Harald und Eddi (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1986 | Detektivbüro Roth (TV Series) | Atze |
| 1986 | Morena | Henry, Street Painter |
| 1985 | Alpha City | Schlaeger |
| 1985 | The Holcroft Covenant | Journalist (uncredited) |
| 1985 | Wild Geese II | Stroebling's Driver |
| 1985 | Gotcha! | Man in Shadow (as Dan Van Hüsen) |
| 1985 | Richy Guitar | Harter Bursche |
| 1977–1985 | The Old Fox (TV Series) | Klotta | Ernie |
| 1984 | Rummelplatzgeschichten (TV Series) | Notarzt |
| 1983 | Die Zeiten ändern sich (TV Mini Series) | Wirt |
| 1982 | Ich bin dein Killer | Danny |
| 1982 | Väter (TV Movie) | . (ep.: Herr Zollner fährt in die Stadt) |
| 1982 | Anderland (TV Series) | Eremit |
| 1982 | Comeback | Zuhaelter |
| 1982 | Be Gentle, Penguin | Unknown |
| 1981 | Die Zeit dazwischen (TV Movie) | Karl-Heinz |
| 1981 | Freak Orlando | Zwolf Lederboys |
| 1981 | Onkel & Co (TV Series) | Hosenträger Charlie |
| 1981 | Strike Back | Unknown |
| 1980 | Die Reventlow (TV Series) | Der Haessliche |
| 1980 | Auf Achse (TV Series) | Fritz the cat |
| 1980 | Tennessee Stud (Short) | Unknown |
| 1980 | *The Sea Wolves* | First Officer (as Dan Van Husen) |
| 1980 | Warum die UFOs unseren Salat klauen | Unknown |
| 1979–1980 | Derrick (TV Series) | Walter Lohmann | Moersch |
| 1980 | Un-Ruhestand - Geschichten vom Älterwerden (TV Series) | Fernsehmechaniker |
| 1980 | Polizeiinspektion 1 (TV Series) | Gangster |
| 1979 | Frau W. (TV Movie) | Fernsehmechaniker |
| 1979 | Dracula Blows His Cool | Franz |
| 1979 | Lena Rais | Harry |
| 1979 | Avalanche Express | Bernardo |
| 1979 | Bloodline | Cameraman |
| 1979 | The Lady Vanishes | 2nd Killer |
| 1979 | Wehe, wenn Schwarzenbeck kommt | Schwarzer Sheriff |
| 1979 | Nosferatu the Vampyre | Warden |
| 1978 | The Squeeze | Hans (as Rudolf van Husen) |
| 1978 | Medienklinik (TV Mini Series) | Regie- Assistent |
| 1978 | Paul kommt zurück (TV Movie) | Günni |
| 1978 | Die Ängste des Dr. Schenk (TV Movie) | Der Unheimliche |
| 1977 | Es muß nicht immer Kaviar sein (TV Series) | Roland |
| 1977 | Kiss Me Killer | Jules (uncredited) |
| 1977 | Invitation to Dance (TV Movie) | Zaplata |
| 1977 | Eierdiebe | Unknown |
| 1976 | Paradies | Unknown |
| 1976 | Fellini's Casanova | Viderol (uncredited) |
| 1976 | 21 Hours at Munich (TV Movie) | Tony (as Dan Van Husen) |
| 1976 | Anita Drögemöller und die Ruhe an der Ruhr | Killer |
| 1976 | Montana Trap | Smoothie Nestler |
| 1976 | Der starke Ferdinand | (uncredited) |
| 1976 | Madam Kitty | Rauss |
| 1975 | Motiv Liebe (TV Series) | Manfred Bock |
| 1975 | Berlinger | Unknown |
| 1975 | Cry, Onion | Deputy Zachary |
| 1975 | John Glückstadt | Wenzel |
| 1974–1975 | Sergeant Berry (TV Series) | Joe | Paul |
| 1974–1975 | Im Auftrag von Madame (TV Series) | Boxer | Miller |
| 1975 | The White, the Yellow, and the Black | Albino - Donovan's Cousin (uncredited) |
| 1974 | La noche de los asesinos | Albert Pagan (uncredited) |
| 1974 | Les aventures du capitaine Luckner (TV Series) | Lemon |
| 1973 | Tender and Perverse Emanuelle | Inspecteur Siodmak |
| 1973 | Battle of the Godfathers | O'Brian |
| 1973 | Yankee Dudler | (uncredited) |
| 1973 | Los paladines (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1972 | Alleluja & Sartana Are Sons... Sons of God | Olson (as Werner van Husen) |
| 1972 | Pancho Villa | Bart |
| 1972 | Der Todesrächer von Soho | Kronstel |
| 1972 | Der Schrei der schwarzen Wölfe | Joe |
| 1972 | Sonny and Jed | Bounty Hunter (uncredited) |
| 1972 | Cut-Throats Nine | Lackey (uncredited) |
| 1971 | Long Live ... Your Death! | Kelly, Prison Guard |
| 1971 | Kill! Kill! Kill! Kill! | Bodyguard (uncredited) |
| 1971 | Bad Man's River | Unknown |
| 1971 | Rum Runners | Un tireur (uncredited) |
| 1971 | Catlow | Dutch |
| 1971 | Captain Apache | Al (as Dan Van Husen) |
| 1971 | 'Doc' | Clanton Cowboy (uncredited) |
| 1971 | The Trojan Women | Soldier (uncredited) |
| 1970 | Light the Fuse... Sartana Is Coming | Deputy Sheriff in Sandy Creek (uncredited) |
| 1970 | Cannon for Cordoba | Sodier (uncredited) |
| 1970 | More Dollars for the MacGregors | Frank Landon (uncredited) |
| 1970 | The Arizona Kid | Unknown |
| 1970 | Arizona Colt, Hired Gun | Unknown |
| 1970 | El Condor | Bandit (as Dan Van Husen) |
| 1970 | Robin Hood: the Invincible Archer | Alan |
| 1969 | A Bullet for Sandoval | Mestizo |
| 1969 | Alive or Preferably Dead | Cowboy on the Train (uncredited) |
| 1969 | Murder by Music | Beatnik (uncredited) |
| 1968 | I bastardi | (uncredited) |
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