Sebastian Koch is a German actor of international stature, known for his ability to portray complex and profound characters in often historical or dramatic roles.

His most iconic role is that of the writer Georg Dreyman in *The Lives of Others* (Das Leben der Anderen, 2006), an Oscar-winning film that established him worldwide. He also shone in international productions such as Paul Verhoeven's *Black Book* (Zwartboek, 2006), playing an enigmatic Nazi officer, and Steven Spielberg's *Bridge of Spies* (2015), as a Soviet lawyer.

Koch is appreciated for his measured intensity, discreet elegance, and his ability to imbue his characters with profound humanity, even when they are in morally ambiguous or high-pressure situations.