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Carl Möhner

**Carl Möhner** was an Austrian actor known for his intense presence and international roles, often in war dramas or noir films. He achieved global fame with Jules Dassin's noir masterpiece *Rififi* (Du rififi chez les hommes, 1955), playing one of the robbers.

His career gained momentum with leading roles in English-language productions. He is particularly remembered for his intense portrayal of German submarine commander von Stolberg in *The Enemy Below* (1957), alongside Robert Mitchum and Curd Jürgens. Another significant war film was *International Police* (Ice Cold in Alex, 1958).

Möhner was appreciated for his ability to embody complex characters, often military or action men, with a mixture of stoicism, integrity, and inner torment. He continued to act in numerous European and television productions, consolidating his reputation as a solid character actor.

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