Peter Lorre

Peter Lorre

Peter Lorre (June 26, 1904 – March 23, 1964) was a Hungarian-American actor frequently typecast as a sinister foreigner.

He caused an international sensation in 1931 with his portrayal of a serial killer who preys on little girls in the German film M. Later he became a popular featured player in Hollywood crime films and mysteries, notably alongside Humphrey Bogart and Sydney Greenstreet, and as the star of the successful Mr. Moto detective series.

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Peter Lorre Movies

Discover the best Peter Lorre movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Peter Lorre ranked by year and score.

1

Casablanca (1943)

Drama Romance
Rick Blaine runs a profitable nightclub in wartime Casablanca, keeping his head down and his politics to himself. Then Ilsa Lund walks through the door on the arm of a...
Score 8.1
2

M (1931)

Crime Drama Thriller
Berlin is gripped by fear as a child killer stalks its streets, and the police seem powerless to stop him. So the city's criminal underworld decides to take matters into...
Score 8.1

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According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring Peter Lorre are Casablanca and M.
How many movies and TV shows has Peter Lorre starred in? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles starring Peter Lorre, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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Yes! The overall filmography starring Peter Lorre maintains a strong average user rating of 8.1 out of 10 across all tracked titles.