Trivia

Eccentric silent screen comedian, first as star of short films between 1914 and 1919 (including an early directing effort by Ernst Lubitsch). Had originally studied for a teaching career until taking up the performing arts in 1897. Paulig remained much in demand right up until his death, frequently starring in his own right or as co-star opposite leading players like Harry Piel and Willi Forst.

The sound film continued offering roles for the likeable actor, among them Zu Befehl, Herr Unteroffizier" (1932), "Baby" (1932) and "K 1 greift ein" (1933).

Paulig made his first film in 1909. He appeared also in one of Ernst Lubitsch's first directorial attempts: A Trip on the Ice (1915).

Paulig was in a number of Harry Piel thrillers including The Man Without Nerves (1924).

The actor Albert Paulig was early spotted as a film comedian who soon became awarded with an own Albert-Paulig serial because of his enormous success.

The popularity of Albert Paulig remained in the 20's.