TV Shows - Josef Sommer
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on August 24, 2025. Josef Sommer has appeared in 4 television series with data.
#99Law & Order: Special Victims Unitas Patrick Rumsey • 1 episode • #99 most popular showLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit is a crime television series that follows a dedicated team of detectives in the Special Victims Unit of the New York City Police Department. Each episode focuses on a different criminal case involving sexually based offenses, including rape, child molestation, and domestic violence. The show combines elements of police procedural and legal drama, as the detectives investigate crimes and work closely with Assistant District Attorneys to bring the perpetrators to justice. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has gained a reputation for tackling sensitive and controversial topics with a realistic approach.
#215Law & Orderas Judge Lawrence Hellman • 1 episode • #215 most popular showLaw & Order is a critically acclaimed crime drama television series that follows the lives of dedicated police officers and prosecutors as they navigate the complex world of criminal justice in New York City. The show is known for its gripping storytelling, intricate plotlines, and realistic portrayal of the legal system. With a combination of police investigations and courtroom drama, Law & Order has captivated audiences for over two decades.- #215Law & Orderas Defense Attorney Patrick Rumsey • 1 episode • #215 most popular showLaw & Order is a critically acclaimed crime drama television series that follows the lives of dedicated police officers and prosecutors as they navigate the complex world of criminal justice in New York City. The show is known for its gripping storytelling, intricate plotlines, and realistic portrayal of the legal system. With a combination of police investigations and courtroom drama, Law & Order has captivated audiences for over two decades.
#313The West Wingas Steve Gaines • 1 episode • #313 most popular showThe West Wing is a political drama television series that follows the inner workings of the White House under the presidency of fictional President Josiah Bartlet. The show explores the personal and professional lives of the President and his staff as they navigate the complex corridors of power, tackle pressing political issues, and grapple with the challenges of leadership. With its fast-paced dialogue, compelling storylines, and a talented ensemble cast, The West Wing offers an insightful and captivating portrayal of American politics.
Movies - Josef Sommer
Sorted by online popularity. Josef Sommer has appeared in 35 movies with data.
#652Sophie's Choiceas Narrator (voice) • #652 most popular movieSophie's Choice is a 1982 American psychological drama film that delves into the story of Sophie, a Holocaust survivor, and her complex relationships with her lover Nathan and the young writer Stingo in Brooklyn.
#800The Sum of All Fearsas Senator Jessup • #800 most popular movieThe Sum of All Fears is a 2002 American spy thriller film based on Tom Clancy's novel. It is part of the Jack Ryan film series and features a younger portrayal of the character by Ben Affleck. The plot revolves around a nuclear explosion in a U.S. city, leading to escalating tensions between the United States and Russia.
#956Close Encounters of the Third Kindas Larry Butler • #956 most popular movieClose Encounters of the Third Kind is a 1977 American science fiction drama film directed by Steven Spielberg, following the story of an electricity linesman who becomes obsessed with a mysterious encounter in the wilderness.
#1,104X-Men: The Last Standas The President • #1,104 most popular movieX-Men: The Last Stand is a 2006 superhero film based on the X-Men comic books. It revolves around the discovery of a mutant cure and the ensuing conflict between the X-Men, led by Professor Xavier, and the Brotherhood, a group of powerful mutants led by Magneto.
#1,342Shaftas Curt Flemming • #1,342 most popular movieShaft is a 2000 action crime thriller film directed by John Singleton. It stars Samuel L. Jackson in the title role with Vanessa Williams, Jeffrey Wright, Christian Bale, and other talented actors. The movie follows NYPD Detective John Shaft as he investigates a racially motivated slaying and the influential suspect's attempts to evade justice.
#1,380The Mighty Ducksas Mr. Ducksworth • #1,380 most popular movie
#1,516Patch Adamsas Dr. Eaton • #1,516 most popular moviePatch Adams is a 1998 American biographical comedy-drama film featuring Robin Williams as Dr. Hunter "Patch" Adams, based on a true story. The film explores Adams' unconventional approach to medicine by using humor to help his patients.
#1,580Witnessas Chief Paul Schaeffer • #1,580 most popular movieWitness is a 1985 American neo-noir crime thriller film directed by Peter Weir, featuring Harrison Ford and Kelly McGillis. The plot centers around a detective protecting an Amish woman and her son after the child witnesses a murder in a train station.
#1,692The Invasionas Dr. Henryk Belicec • #1,692 most popular movieThe Invasion is a 2007 American science fiction horror film directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel, starring Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig. The plot revolves around a psychiatrist in Washington, D.C. who uncovers an alien virus that turns people into emotionless beings after a Space Shuttle crash.
#1,900Strange Daysas Palmer Strickland • #1,900 most popular movieStrange Days is a 1995 American science fiction thriller film directed by Kathryn Bigelow, exploring themes of racism, abuse of power, and voyeurism through the story of a former policeman caught in a criminal conspiracy.
#2,376The Family Manas Peter Lassiter • #2,376 most popular movieThe Family Man is a 2000 American romantic fantasy comedy-drama film directed by Brett Ratner, starring Nicolas Cage and Téa Leoni. The story revolves around Jack, who experiences a dramatic shift in his life after encountering a gunman in a grocery store. He wakes up to find himself in an alternate reality, living with his college sweetheart and facing a choice between his successful career and true love.
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#2,908Redsas State Department Official • #2,908 most popular movieReds is a 1981 American epic historical drama film that follows the life and career of journalist John Reed during the revolutionary years.
#2,964Silkwoodas Max Richter • #2,964 most popular movieSilkwood is a 1983 American biographical drama film depicting the life of Karen Silkwood, a nuclear whistle-blower and labor union activist who investigated alleged wrongdoing at a plutonium plant.
#3,828D.A.R.Y.L.as Dr. Jeffrey Stewart • #3,828 most popular movieD.A.R.Y.L. is a 1985 science fiction adventure film about a seemingly normal young boy who is actually a military-created robot with superhuman abilities.
#3,854Chances Areas Judge Fenwick • #3,854 most popular movieChances Are is a 1989 romantic comedy film about a man who is reincarnated as his daughter's love interest, exploring themes of love, loss, and destiny.
#3,926Nobody's Foolas Clive Peoples Jr. • #3,926 most popular movieNobody's Fool is a 1994 American comedy-drama film featuring a rascally ne'er-do-well, Sully, navigating family responsibilities and conflicts with his local nemesis while working on a worker's compensation suit.
#4,346Bulworthas Doctor (uncredited) • #4,346 most popular movieBulworth is a 1998 American political satire black comedy film that follows a disillusioned liberal politician, Senator Jay Billington Bulworth, who hires an assassin to kill him so he can speak openly and honestly with his constituents using hip-hop culture.
#4,860The Chamberas Phelps Bowen • #4,860 most popular movieThe Chamber is a 1996 American legal thriller film directed by James Foley, based on John Grisham's novel. It follows the story of young attorney Adam Hall defending his racist grandfather, Sam Cayhall, in a death row clemency case.
#4,928Absence of Maliceas McAdam • #4,928 most popular movieAbsence of Malice is a 1981 American drama neo-noir thriller film revolving around reporter Megan Carter who unwittingly publishes a false story about suspected racketeer Michael Gallagher. The film explores the consequences of revealing inaccurate information to the public.
#5,171Stop-Lossas Senator Orton Worrell • #5,171 most popular movieStop-Loss is a 2008 American war drama film directed by Kimberly Peirce. It portrays the story of a soldier who, upon completing his tour of duty in Iraq, faces unexpected orders to return to the battlefield, causing upheaval in his life.
#5,416The Next Best Thingas Richard Whittaker • #5,416 most popular movieThe Next Best Thing is a 2000 American comedy-drama film directed by John Schlesinger, revolving around two best friends who decide to have a child together. However, the situation becomes complicated when one of them falls in love with someone else, leading to a bitter custody battle.
#5,713The Rosary Murdersas Lieutenant Koznicki • #5,713 most popular movieThe Rosary Murders is a 1987 American mystery crime film involving a series of murders within a Detroit Roman Catholic parish and the clergy's investigation of the crimes.
#6,001Icemanas Whitman • #6,001 most popular movieIceman is a 1984 American sci-fi drama film involving the discovery and revival of a prehistoric man found frozen in ice by Arctic researchers.
#6,363Shadows and Fogas Priest • #6,363 most popular movieShadows and Fog is a 1991 American black-and-white comedy film directed by Woody Allen, featuring a bookkeeper searching for a vigilante group pursuing a serial killer in town.
#6,415Still of the Nightas George Bynum • #6,415 most popular movieStill of the Night is a 1982 American neo-noir psychological thriller film directed by Robert Benton, starring Roy Scheider and Meryl Streep, where a psychiatrist becomes romantically involved with a woman he suspects may be a psychopathic killer.
#6,682Moonlight and Valentinoas Thomas Trager • #6,682 most popular movieMoonlight and Valentino is a 1995 comedy-drama film directed by David Anspaugh, featuring a young widow who seeks solace from a local housepainter.
#6,773Targetas Barney Taber • #6,773 most popular movieTarget is a 1985 American mystery thriller film directed by Arthur Penn, starring Matt Dillon and Gene Hackman.
#6,875Bloodhounds of Broadwayas Waldo Winchester • #6,875 most popular movieBloodhounds of Broadway is a 1989 American ensemble period comedy film that intertwines four Damon Runyon stories into a musical narrative. It features a cast including Matt Dillon, Jennifer Grey, Madonna, and Rutger Hauer.
#6,901Hanky Pankyas Adrian Pruitt • #6,901 most popular movieHanky Panky is a 1982 American comedy thriller film starring Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner, directed by Sidney Poitier.
#7,180Citizen Cohnas Albert Cohn • #7,180 most popular movie
#7,701Rolloveras Roy Lefcourt • #7,701 most popular movieRollover is a 1981 American political thriller film directed by Alan J. Pakula, starring Jane Fonda and Kris Kristofferson.
#7,728Mistrialas Nick Mirsky • #7,728 most popular movieMistrial is a 1996 American drama film about a detective who takes the accused, judge, and jury hostage after a cop-killer is found not guilty.
#8,297Hostagesas Tom Sutherland • #8,297 most popular movieHostages is a 1992 American drama film depicting the real-life Beirut hostage crisis during the Reagan-Bush era.
#8,306Man on a Swingas Pete Russell • #8,306 most popular movieMan on a Swing is a 1974 American thriller film about a police chief investigating a murder who receives assistance from a self-proclaimed psychic, leading to suspicions of ulterior motives.
Josef Sommer Biography
Josef Sommer, born Maximilian Josef Sommer on June 26, 1934, is a retired German-American stage, television, and film actor. He was born in Greifswald, Germany, and raised in North Carolina. Sommer's father, Clemens Sommer, was a professor of Art History at the University of North Carolina. He made his acting debut at the age of nine in a North Carolina production of Watch on the Rhine. Sommer's film career began with Dirty Harry in 1971, and he went on to appear in notable films such as The Stepford Wives (1975), Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), Witness (1985), and X-Men: The Last Stand (2006). He also portrayed President Gerald Ford in The Betty Ford Story (1987).
