**Reinhold Bernt** (1902-1983) was a prolific German film actor, known for his long career as a character actor. He played a wide range of supporting roles, often picturesque, eccentric, or humble characters, thanks to his remarkable versatility and distinctive appearance.

He is remembered for his appearances in some of the classics of early 20th-century German cinema. Among his most celebrated roles were those in Josef von Sternberg's *The Blue Angel* (1930) and, particularly, his unsettling performance in Fritz Lang's masterpiece, *M – A City Hunts a Murderer* (1931), where he made a memorable contribution. His career extended well beyond the Weimar period, continuing actively through the Third Reich and into the post-war era, solidifying his reputation as a reliable and recognizable actor in the German cinematic landscape.