Kurt Kasznar

Kurt Kasznar

Deceased · Born: Aug 13, 1913 · Died: Aug 6, 1979

Personal Details

BornAug 13, 1913 Vienna, Austria-Hungary [now Austria]
Spouse
  • Leora Dana

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Cornelia Whooley

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Kurt Kasznar, a promising young individual, embarked on a journey of self-discovery by enrolling in the esteemed seminars of the renowned director, Max Reinhardt. This marked the beginning of his illustrious career in the world of theater.

As fate would have it, Kasznar made his way to the United States in the mid-1930s, where he was cast in the epic production of "The Eternal Road." Displaying his impressive range, he took on a staggering 12 roles in this monumental production.

In 1941, Kasznar's talents were showcased once again as he produced the New York show, "Crazy with the Heat." However, his life took a dramatic turn when he was drafted into the army later that same year. Despite the challenges that lay ahead, Kasznar made the most of his time in the military, where he honed his skills as a cinematographer and served with distinction in the Pacific.

Upon his return to civilian life, Kasznar's Broadway career gained momentum with his first major role in the production of "The Happy Time." This was merely the beginning of a long and storied career, as he went on to appear in a wide range of productions, including the iconic "The Sound of Music," "Barefoot in the Park," "Waiting for Godot," and "Six Characters in Search of an Author."

In addition to his impressive stage credits, Kasznar also made a significant impact in the world of film, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.

Career

1978
Suddenly, Love
Suddenly, Love as Dr. Luria
1974
ABC Afterschool Specials
ABC Afterschool Specials as Ragueneau (voice)
1972
The Snoop Sisters
The Snoop Sisters as Alexander Scalamdri
1971
McMillan & Wife
McMillan & Wife as Edmond Corday
1969
Land of the Giants
Land of the Giants as Alexander B. Fitzhugh
1968
The Smugglers
The Smugglers as Willi Raben
1967
The Perils of Pauline
The Perils of Pauline as Consul General
Androcles and the Lion
Androcles and the Lion as Gladiator's Manager
The Ambushers
The Ambushers as Quintana
Casino Royale
Casino Royale as Smernov
1963
55 Days at Peking
55 Days at Peking as Baron Sergei Ivanoff
1961
1959
For the First Time
For the First Time as Ladislas Tabory
The Journey
The Journey as Csepege
1957
Legend of the Lost
Legend of the Lost as Prefect Dukas
1956
Anything Goes
Anything Goes as Victor Lawrence
1955
My Sister Eileen
My Sister Eileen as 'Papa' Appopolous
Jump Into Hell
Jump Into Hell as Captain Jean Callaux
1954
Valley of the Kings
Valley of the Kings as Hamed Backhour
1953
Ride, Vaquero!
Ride, Vaquero! as Father Antonio
Lili
Lili as Jacquot
Kiss Me Kate
Kiss Me Kate as "Baptista"
Sombrero
Sombrero as Father Zacaya
1952
The Happy Time
The Happy Time as Uncle Louis Bonnard
Talk About a Stranger
Talk About a Stranger as Dr. Paul Mahler / Matlock
Lovely to Look At
Lovely to Look At as Max Fogelsby
1951
The Light Touch
The Light Touch as Mr. Aramescu