Matthias Schweighöfer, standing at an exact 5ft 10 ¾ (179.7 cm), commands the screen with a height that enhances his versatile and charismatic presence in both dramatic and action roles.
Born in Anklam, East Germany, he trained briefly at Berlin's Ernst Busch Academy before launching a stellar career. His stature contributes to his relatable yet authoritative image in hits like Army of Thieves, Army of the Dead, Resistance, and 100 Things, where his physicality shines in high-stakes scenarios.
- 2003: Golden Camera for best newcomer
- 2006: DIVA-Award for Best Actor
- 2009: Golden Camera for Best German Actor
- 2010: Jupiter Award for Best Male Actor (TV)
Schweighöfer's 179.7 cm frame underscores his dynamic range from theater, like One, Two, Three in 2004, to international blockbusters.