Reiner Schöne

Reiner Schöne

83 · Born: Jan 19, 1942

2011
2002
2001

Personal Details

BornJan 19, 1942 Fritzlar, Germany
Spouse
  • Anja Drendel

    ( Jul 1, 2010 to Dec 5, 2025 )
  • Francesca Capasso

    ( May 1, 1996 to Dec 5, 2025 )
  • Alexandra Bogojevic

Biography

Reiner Schone, a towering figure in the world of acting, is a German thespian renowned for his captivating, villainous, and cunning gaze that seems to pierce through the very soul. Born on January 19, 1942, in Germany, Schone's journey into the world of acting began with a rigorous study of his craft at the esteemed German National Theatre Weimar.

As he entered the world of show business in the 1960s, Schone's career spanned across both European and Western films and television series. His extensive repertoire includes a wide range of performances, with one of his most notable roles being that of a key character in the 1975 film The Eiger Sanction, which starred the legendary Clint Eastwood.

Schone's television credits are equally impressive, with memorable appearances in episodes of iconic series such as Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987),MacGyver (1985),and Babylon 5 (1993). His versatility as an actor has enabled him to seamlessly transition between Western and German productions.

In 1997, Schone took on the role of the formidable villain Shinnok in Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, the sequel to the popular martial arts video game. Following this, he continued to oscillate between Western and German productions, solidifying his status as a respected and sought-after actor.

Schone's personal life is marked by a long-term marriage, and he has lived in various locations, including Los Angeles, California, before making Berlin, Germany his current home in 2002.

Career

2015
2012
The Child
The Child as Frederik Losensky
2011
Priest
Priest as Minister
2010
2002
2001
Ice Planet
Ice Planet as Senator Jeremy Uvan
2000
Otto - Der Katastrofenfilm
Otto - Der Katastrofenfilm as Kapitän Lackner
1997
Crash Dive
Crash Dive as Richter
1994
Nobody's Children
Nobody's Children as Sorin Dornescu
1987
The Gunfighters
The Gunfighters as Dutch Everett (as Reiner Schoene)
Amerika
Amerika as Major Helmut Gurtman
1975
1971
Return of Sabata
Return of Sabata as Clyde / Lieutenant