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Michael Ostrowski, actor
Actor

Michael Ostrowski: Movies & Box Office

films
44
on screen
2004–2025
box office
$99.9M
average score
57
Born
January 3, 1973 (age 53)
Birthplace
Leoben, Austria
Citizenship
Austrian
Occupations
Actor, screenwriter
Years active
2002-present
Career at a glance

Michael Ostrowski's Career in Numbers

Michael Ostrowski's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Michael Ostrowski works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Slugs (2004) to A Girl Named Willow (2025), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

Michael Ostrowski Movies by Decade

  1. 2000s 7
  2. 2010s 22
  3. 2020s 14

The 2010s were Michael Ostrowski's busiest decade, with 22 films.

Michael Ostrowski Movies by Genre

  • Comedy 23
  • Drama 7
  • Crime 5
  • Adventure 3
  • Fantasy 1
  • Thriller 1
  • Horror 1
  • Family 1
  • Tv movie 1

Comedy is the genre Michael Ostrowski has worked in most, with 23 films, ahead of drama (7).

Michael Ostrowski Career Milestones

First film
Slugs 2004
Biggest box office hit
Rehragout-Rendezvous $14.1M worldwide
Best-rated film
Buba Movie Echo Score 62
Newest film
A Girl Named Willow 2025
44 credits

Michael Ostrowski Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Michael Ostrowski is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 57. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Michael Ostrowski Movies as an Actor

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  1. 2025 A Girl Named Willow (2025) movie poster A Girl Named Willow Adventure
  2. 2024 The Super Elfkins (2024) movie poster The Super Elfkins as Horik (voice) · Adventure
  3. 2023 How do we get out of this? (2023) movie poster How do we get out of this? as Peter · Comedy
  4. 2023 Rehragout-Rendezvous (2023) movie poster Rehragout-Rendezvous as Günther · Comedy
  5. 2022 A Thousand Lines (2022) movie poster A Thousand Lines Comedy
  6. 2022 The Kangaroo Conspiracy (2022) movie poster The Kangaroo Conspiracy as Joe · Comedy
  7. 2022 Buba (2022) movie poster Buba as Abnor · Drama Movie Echo Score: 62
  8. 2022 Love Thing (2022) movie poster Love Thing Comedy
  9. 2022 The Hawk (2022) movie poster The Hawk as Mike · Comedy
  10. 2021 Help, I Shrunk My Friends (2021) movie poster Help, I Shrunk My Friends as Teacher Coldegol · Fantasy
  11. 2021 Kaiserschmarrndrama (2021) movie poster Kaiserschmarrndrama as Günther · Crime
  12. 2020 Die Donau ist tief - Ein Krimi aus Passau (2020) movie poster Die Donau ist tief - Ein Krimi aus Passau as Ferdinand Zankl · Crime
  13. 2020 Freund oder Feind - Ein Krimi aus Passau (2020) movie poster Freund oder Feind - Ein Krimi aus Passau as Ferdinand Zankl · Drama
  14. 2020 Party Hard, Die Young (2020) movie poster Party Hard, Die Young as Event Manager · Thriller Movie Echo Score: 57
  15. 2019 I’ve Never Been to New York (2019) movie poster I’ve Never Been to New York as Fred · Comedy
  16. 2019 Leberkäsjunkie (2019) movie poster Leberkäsjunkie as Günther · Crime
  17. 2018 Cold Feet (2018) movie poster Cold Feet as Frank Peters · Comedy
  18. 2018 Sauerkrautkoma (2018) movie poster Sauerkrautkoma as Günther · Crime
  19. 2018 Party Hard, Die Young (2018) movie poster Party Hard, Die Young as Veranstalter · Horror Movie Echo Score: 53
  20. 2018 Help, I Shrunk My Parents (2018) movie poster Help, I Shrunk My Parents as Teacher Coldegol · Family
  21. 2017 Kebab extra scharf! (2017) movie poster Kebab extra scharf! as Prinz Eugen / Dr. Eugen · Comedy
  22. 2017 Tödliche Geheimnisse – Jagd in Kapstadt (2017) movie poster Tödliche Geheimnisse – Jagd in Kapstadt as Wolfgang Fiedler · Tv movie
  23. 2017 Bibi & Tina: Perfect Pandemonium (2017) movie poster Bibi & Tina: Perfect Pandemonium as Bauer · Adventure
  24. 2016 Hotel Rock’n’Roll (2016) movie poster Hotel Rock’n’Roll as Max · Comedy
  25. 2016 Schweinskopf al dente (2016) movie poster Schweinskopf al dente as Pathologe Günther · Crime
  26. 2015 Help, I Shrunk My Teacher (2015) movie poster Help, I Shrunk My Teacher as Teacher Mr. Coldegol · Comedy
  27. 2015 Look Who’s Back (2015) movie poster Look Who’s Back as Mancello · Comedy
  28. 2015 Half Brothers (2015) movie poster Half Brothers as Don Franz · Drama
  29. 2014 Und Äktschn! (2014) movie poster Und Äktschn! as Faltermeier · Comedy
  30. 2013 Dampfnudelblues (2013) movie poster Dampfnudelblues as Gerichtsmediziner · Comedy
  31. 2013 Taking It Back (2013) movie poster Taking It Back as Patrick Angerer · Comedy
  32. 2013 Hai-Alarm am Müggelsee (2013) movie poster Hai-Alarm am Müggelsee as Griechischer Wirt · Comedy
  33. 2013 Kokowääh 2 (2013) movie poster Kokowääh 2 as Joseph Fichtelhuber · Comedy
  34. 2011 Kebab mit Alles (2011) movie poster Kebab mit Alles as Prinz Eugen · Comedy
  35. 2011 How to Live Your Life (2011) movie poster How to Live Your Life as Studienberater · Comedy
  36. 2010 The Unintentional Kidnapping of Mrs. Elfriede Ott (2010) movie poster The Unintentional Kidnapping of Mrs. Elfriede Ott as Toni Cantussi · Comedy
  37. 2009 Kill Daddy Good Night (2009) movie poster Kill Daddy Good Night as Demonstrant 1 · Drama
  38. 2009 Same Same But Different (2009) movie poster Same Same But Different as Alex · Drama
  39. 2009 Contact High (2009) movie poster Contact High as Hans Wurst · Comedy
  40. 2006 Kotsch (2006) movie poster Kotsch as Chris · Comedy
  41. 2006 Slumming (2006) movie poster Slumming as Alex · Comedy
  42. 2006 Kronprinz Rudolf (2006) movie poster Kronprinz Rudolf as Graf Károlyi · Drama
  43. 2004 Slugs (2004) movie poster Slugs as Max · Drama

Michael Ostrowski in Documentaries & Specials

1
  1. 2021 Sargnagel - Der Film (2021) movie poster Sargnagel - Der Film as Self · Comedy
Biography

Who Is Michael Ostrowski?

Michael Ostrowski was born in Leoben, Austria in 1973 and is 53 years old. Credited on films since 2004, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Michael Ostrowski is a renowned Austrian actor and screenwriter whose career has spanned over two decades, leaving an indelible mark on contemporary European cinema. Born on 3 January 1973 in the historic town of Leoben, Austria, he grew up immersed in a cultural milieu that celebrated both traditional theatrical forms and emerging cinematic trends. After completing his formal education, Ostrowski entered the performing arts scene in the early 2000s, quickly distinguishing himself with a compelling blend of gravitas and versatility. His breakthrough came in 2002, when he secured his first major film role, demonstrating a natural aptitude for embodying complex characters and navigating intricate narratives. Since then, he has appeared in more than forty films, showcasing a remarkable range that extends from gritty dramas to light‑hearted comedies, and has frequently collaborated with some of Austria's most respected directors and writers. Ostrowski’s contributions are not limited to acting; he has also honed his craft as a screenwriter, penning scripts that reflect his keen insight into human psychology and social dynamics, thereby enriching the thematic depth of the projects he undertakes.\n\nBeyond his on‑screen achievements, Michael Ostrowski remains a pivotal figure in the European film community, often participating in workshops, festivals, and mentorship programs to foster emerging talent. His dedication to the craft has earned him numerous accolades and a reputation as a consummate professional who approaches each role with meticulous preparation and sincere passion. As he continues to evolve artistically, audiences can anticipate further compelling performances and innovative storytelling that reaffirm his status as a cornerstone of modern Austrian cinema.

Works with

Who Michael Ostrowski Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Michael Ostrowski shares the most films with. Detlev Buck comes first, with 8 films together, followed by Johannes Zeiler (4).

FAQ

Michael Ostrowski: Questions & Answers

How many movies Michael Ostrowski has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Michael Ostrowski been in?

Michael Ostrowski is credited on 44 films, from 2004 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Michael Ostrowski's highest-grossing movie?

Rehragout-Rendezvous (2023) is Michael Ostrowski's biggest box office hit, with $14.1M worldwide, ahead of Kaiserschmarrndrama (2021) ($10.4M). Across every film with box office figures, Michael Ostrowski's movies have made $99.9M.

Michael Ostrowski's biggest hits

What is the best Michael Ostrowski movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Michael Ostrowski's best-rated film is Buba (2022) with a score of 62, followed by Party Hard, Die Young (2020) (57).

Best Michael Ostrowski movies, ranked

How old is Michael Ostrowski?

Michael Ostrowski is 53 years old, born on January 3, 1973 in Leoben, Austria.

What is Michael Ostrowski's newest movie?

The most recent film on Michael Ostrowski's filmography is A Girl Named Willow (2025).

Who does Michael Ostrowski work with most often?

Michael Ostrowski shares the most films with Detlev Buck (8 films), Johannes Zeiler (4 films) and Georg Friedrich (4 films).

The Best Michael Ostrowski Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 44 credits.

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