Franz Rogowski

Franz Rogowski is a distinguished German film and stage actor and dancer, famed for his performances in various critically acclaimed films directed by eminent directors like Michael Haneke, Christian Petzold, Andrea Arnold, and Terrence Malick. Born in Freiburg im Breisgau, West Germany in 1986, Rogowski worked as a bike courier and bookstore assistant before entering the artistically challenging world of acting. He even attended a Swiss clown school and received training in dance. He commenced his career in the independent theater scene in 2007, showcasing his talent as a dancer, choreographer, and actor on esteemed stages like the Thalia Theater Hamburg, the Schauspielhaus Hannover, and the Schaubühne am Lehniner Platz.

The Berlin director Jakob Lass discovered his potential for films and cast him in 'Frontalwatte' (2011) and 'Love Steaks' (2013). Gaining international recognition, Rogowski delivered a compelling performance in the film 'Victoria' (2015) and subsequently joined the Münchner Kammerspiele ensemble. His portrayal in 'Happy End', 'Transit' and 'In den Gängen' were well received. 'Transit' gained acclaim and was listed in Barack Obama's favorite films of 2019. His notable endeavors also include Christian Petzold's 'Undine' and 'Great Freedom'. In 2023, he won the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Actor for his role in 'Passages'. His works are a staple at prestigious film festivals.