Marlene Dietrich
Acting
Marlene Dietrich (1901–1992) was a German-American actress and singer, widely regarded as one of the most iconic figures of classic Hollywood. She rose to fame in the 1930s with films like The Blue Angel, Shanghai Express, and Destry Rides Again, captivating audiences with her sultry voice, striking beauty, and androgynous style. Known for her ability to reinvent herself, Dietrich transitioned from film star to a celebrated cabaret performer, touring internationally for decades. Beyond her career, Dietrich was known for her progressive views and unconventional lifestyle. She openly defied gender norms, often wearing men's clothing both on and off-screen, which contributed to her enigmatic persona. Her personal life has long been the subject of speculation, particularly regarding her sexuality. While she was married to Rudolf Sieber, she was rumored to have had relationships with both men and women, including actresses Claudette Colbert and Mercedes de Acosta. Some sources suggest she was part of Hollywood’s so-called “sewing circle,” a network of women engaged in same-sex relationships. However, Dietrich never publicly confirmed these rumors, maintaining an air of mystery that only added to her legendary status. Her legacy continues to inspire discussions on gender, sexuality, and Hollywood’s golden age.
Known for
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movieMarilyn Monroe: The Rise of an Icon
2026
archive footage
movieErich Maria Remarque und Marlene Dietrich - Flucht in die Liebe
2025
Self (archive footage)
movieMaria Callas: The Final Act
2024
Self (archive photo)
tvThe Century of Icons
2022
Self (archive footage)
movieBeautiful Like a Poem
2020
Self (archive footage)
movie100 Years of the UFA
2017
Self - Actress (archive footage)
movieBecoming Cary Grant
2017
Self (archive footage)
movieClassic Movie Bloopers: Uncensored
2013
Self (archive footage)
movieVito
2011
Self (archive)
movieCameraman: The Life and Work of Jack Cardiff
2010
Countess Alexandra Vladinoff (archive footage)
movieRediscovering John Gilbert
2010
Self (archive footage)
movieWhy Be Good?: Sexuality & Censorship in Early Cinema
2007
Self (archive footage)
movieStardust: The Bette Davis Story
2006
Self (archive footage)
movieCoisa Mais Linda - Histórias e Casos da Bossa Nova
2005
Self (archive footage)
movieHitchcock and 'Stage Fright'
2004
Self (archive footage)
Checking Out: Grand Hotel
2004
Self (archive footage)
movieComplicated Women
2003
Self (archive footage)
tvDas Jahrhundert des Theaters
2002
Self (archive footage)
movieMarlene Dietrich: Her Own Song
2002
Self (archive footage)
movieThe Great Yiddish Love
2002
(archive footage)
Das Jahrhundert des Kabaretts
2001
Self (archive Footage)
Sternstunde Kunst
1998
Self (archive footage)
Legenden
1998
Self (archive footage)
movieThe First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies
1995
Self (archive footage)
movieThat's Entertainment! III
1994
(archive footage)
movieThe Meeting of Two Queens
1991
(archive footage)
Nylon Blues: A History of the Nylon Stocking
1991
(archive footage)
movieMarlene
1984
Herself (Voice)
movieGoing Hollywood: The '30s
1984
Self (archive footage)
movieJust a Gigolo
1978
Baroness von Semering
movieEttan gästar: Marlene Dietrich
1971
Interviewee, herself
movieTriumph Over Violence
1965
Self (archive footage)
movieParis When It Sizzles
1964
Marlene Dietrich (uncredited)
movieBlack Fox: The Rise and Fall of Adolf Hitler
1962
Narrator (voice)
movieJudgment at Nuremberg
1961
Mrs. Bertholt
movieWitness for the Prosecution
1957
Christine
movieThe Monte Carlo Story
1956
Maria de Crevecoeur
movieAround the World in 80 Days
1956
Saloon Hostess
tvTony Awards
1956
Self - Recipient
movieRancho Notorious
1952
Altar Keane
movieNo Highway in the Sky
1951
Monica Teasdale
movieStage Fright
1950
Charlotte Inwood
movieJigsaw
1949
Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
movieA Foreign Affair
1948
Erika Von Schlüetow
movieMartin Roumagnac
1946
Blanche Ferrand
movieKismet
1944
Jamilla
movieFollow the Boys
1944
Marlene Dietrich
moviePittsburgh
1942
Josie 'Hunky' Winters
movieThe Spoilers
1942
Cherry Malotte
movieThe Lady Is Willing
1942
Elizabeth Madden
movieManpower
1941
Fay Duval
movieThe Flame of New Orleans
1941
Countess Claire Ledoux, aka Lili
movieDestry Rides Again
1939
Frenchy
movieAngel
1937
Lady Maria Barker, aka Angel
movieKnight Without Armour
1937
Countess Alexandra Vladinoff
movieThe Garden of Allah
1936
Domini Enfilden
movieDesire
1936
Madeleine de Beaupré
movieThe Devil Is a Woman
1935
Concha Perez
movieThe Scarlet Empress
1934
Princess Sophia Frederica / Catherine II
movieThe Song of Songs
1933
Lily Czepanek
movieThe Film Parade
1933
(archive footage) (uncredited)
movieBlonde Venus
1932
Helen Faraday, aka Helen Jones
movieShanghai Express
1932
Shanghai Lily
movieDishonored
1931
Magda / X27
movieMorocco
1930
Mademoiselle Amy Jolly
movieThe Blue Angel
1930
Lola Lola
movieThe Ship of Lost Men
1929
Ethel Marley
movieI Kiss Your Hand, Madame
1929
Laurence Gerard / Lucille
movieArt of Love
1928
Chichotte de Gastoné
movieCafe Electric
1927
Erni Göttlinger - ein flatterhaftes Mädchen
Heads Up, Charley
1927
Edmée Marchand
movieManon Lescaut
1926
Micheline
movieHer Dancing Partner
1925
Dancer (Extra)
movieLeap Into Life
1924
Mädchen
movieMan by the Roadside
1923
Krämerstochter