Who is Moritz Führmann?
Moritz Führmann is a German actor , born on July 5, 1978, in Kassel and raised in the North Hessian town of Vellmar. He is best known for the ARD crime series „Harter Brocken,“ the Dortmund „Tatort,“ and the Netflix series „Alphamännchen.“ In addition to his television work, he has a long career in theater.
After graduating from the Goethe Gymnasium in Kassel, Führmann initially began studying law in Passau. After three semesters, he decided to pursue acting and transferred to the Leipzig University of Music and Theater, where he completed his studies in 2004. These stages are documented in the Munzinger biography .
Famous films and series with Moritz Führmann
Moritz Führmann appears in crime dramas, dramas, and comedies. His recurring television roles and recent streaming productions, in particular, demonstrate the breadth of his work. Several feature films are also part of his filmography.
“Harter Brocken” and “Tatort”
Among Führmann’s best-known television roles is Heiner Kelzenberg in the ARD crime series „Harter Brocken“ (Hard Nut) . From 2015 to 2023, he played the postman and close friend of village policeman Frank Koops, portrayed by Aljoscha Stadelmann.
With the eighth film, „Harter Brocken: Der Goldrausch“ (Hard Nut: The Gold Rush), Führmann bid farewell to the role in 2023. However, the character did not disappear from the storyline: From the ninth film, „Die Extortion“ (The Blackmail), Jakob Benkhofer took over the portrayal.
In an interview with TV Spielfilm in November 2023, Führmann explained that after eight years he was curious about other roles and genres. The change therefore concerns the actor, not the character Heiner Kelzenberg.
Führmann also plays a recurring television role in the Dortmund „Tatort“ as public prosecutor Matuschek . He first appeared in this role in the 2015 episode „Hydra.“ Later, he appeared in episodes such as „Love is Pain ,“ „Cash,“ and „Schmerz .“ The respective cast information confirms his role as a public prosecutor.
Within the „Tatort“ series, however, Führmann does not exclusively play this character. In the Stuttgart episode „Let Her Go“ (Let Her Go) , broadcast in 2024, for example, he played Hannes Riedle, the father of a murdered young woman. Therefore, a distinction must be made between his recurring role in the Dortmund „Tatort“ and his standalone appearance in other episodes.
“Charité”, “Alphamännchen” and newer productions
In the fourth season of the ARD series „Charité“ (2024), Moritz Führmann played Dr. Dylan van Boeken. Unlike previous seasons, this installment is set in 2049 and deals with, among other things, new pathogens, medical research, and health policy conflicts. The casting and plot are documented by ARD Degeto .
With the Netflix comedy series „Alpha Male ,“ released on October 2, 2025, Führmann showcased a different side of his acting repertoire. He plays Andi, one of four middle-aged friends who must reconsider their ideas about masculinity and relationships.
Along with Tom Beck, Serkan Kaya, and David Rott, he is part of the main cast. The series addresses traditional gender roles and deals with the difficulties faced by its main characters with humor. Netflix confirmed the cast and release date in its official series announcement. Führmann’s portrayal of the character Andi is also confirmed by an interview with the Editorial Network Germany (RND) from October 2, 2025 .
Führmann also appeared in films, including a role as Paul in the 2019 film adaptation of the novel „Good Against the North Wind .“ Directed by Vanessa Jopp, the film is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Daniel Glattauer. The cast also includes Nora Tschirner and Alexander Fehling.
His other film credits include „Summer on Asphalt ,“ which premiered in German cinemas on June 4, 2026. Führmann plays Dr. Dimitriu in the film. Other actors appearing in the film include Mala Emde, Christoph Maria Herbst, and Aaron Hilmer.
In addition to his work in front of the camera, Führmann also works as a director and screenwriter . He directed the short film „Last Exit Oberhausen“ and co-wrote the screenplay with Sascha Schmidt.
In the two-part ZDF docudrama „9/11 – The Hostages of Terror,“ Führmann portrayed Shelter Now project manager Georg Taubmann in 2026. The production reconstructs the captivity of international aid workers in Afghanistan before and after the attacks of September 11, 2001.
The two-part docudrama was available on ZDF’s streaming service from September 4, 2026. The first part aired on ZDF on September 8 at 8:15 pm, and the second followed in the early hours of September 9 at 1:45 am Casting details and broadcast dates are documented in the ZDF press kit.
His career in the theatre
After completing his acting training in Leipzig, Führmann was a member of the ensemble of the Hans Otto Theater in Potsdam from 2004 to 2009.
There he appeared in, among other things, a stage adaptation of Leo Tolstoy’s „War and Peace“ and in Friedrich Dürrenmatt’s „The Visit.“ The various plays offered him the opportunity to gain experience with both classical and modern theatrical works.
From 2009 to 2018, Führmann was a permanent member of the ensemble at the Düsseldorf Schauspielhaus . He subsequently continued his work as a freelance actor. The duration of his permanent engagement is also confirmed in his biography at the literature and music festival „Wege durch dem Land“ (Paths Through the Country) .
In Düsseldorf he took on demanding leading roles, including the title character in “Felix Krull” in the 2014/2015 season under the direction of Nora Schlocker.
In 2018, he played K in a production of Franz Kafka’s „The Castle.“ During the 2019/2020 season, he also portrayed Max Delius in „The Discovery of Heaven.“ These productions are listed on his acting agency’s profile .
Führmann received official recognition for his stage work in 2015 with the Advancement Award for Performing Arts from the state capital Düsseldorf . The city lists him as an outstanding actor in its overview of award winners for that year.
Private life: Moritz Führmann and his wife Anna Schudt
Moritz Führmann is married to the actress Anna Schudt , who became particularly well-known for her long-standing role as Commissioner Martina Bönisch in the Dortmund “Tatort”.
The two met in 2010 at the Düsseldorf Schauspielhaus during rehearsals for „Anna Karenina.“ Schudt played the title role, while Führmann portrayed her brother. Führmann herself confirmed these shared stage roles in an interview with the news agency spot on news, published by GALA magazine .
A professional encounter blossomed into a relationship. The two married later that same year, as BUNTE magazine also reported in an overview of well-known German acting couples.
The couple has two sons together. Anna Schudt also has a son from a previous relationship. Their family background is described, among other places, in a report by t-online from October 19, 2026 .
Führmann and Schudt have also appeared together on screen repeatedly in professional roles. One example is the 2020 ARD tragicomedy „A Tough Tour“, in which they play two members of a hiking group. WDR has confirmed both of them in the cast .
In an interview with the Editorial Network Germany on October 2, 2025, Führmann spoke about his desire for both parents to work on an equal footing. He acknowledged that this requires a great deal of organization in everyday family life. At the same time, he emphasized his delight at his wife’s professional success.
Frequently asked questions about Moritz Führmann
How old is Moritz Führmann?
Moritz Führmann was born on July 5, 1978, in Kassel. The actor will be 48 years old on October 20, 2026. He grew up in Vellmar in northern Hesse. His birthdate is documented, among other places, in the Munzinger biography .
Why is Moritz Führmann no longer part of „Harter Brocken“?
Moritz Führmann left the ARD crime series after the eighth film, „The Gold Rush,“ in 2023. He explained that after eight years he wanted to explore new roles and genres. His character, Heiner Kelzenberg, remained and has been played by Jakob Benkhofer since the ninth film. TV Spielfilm reported on the change in cast in November 2023.
Did Moritz Führmann play different roles in the „Tatort“ series?
Yes. He appears repeatedly as State Prosecutor Matuschek in the Dortmund „Tatort“ series. In the Stuttgart „Tatort: Let them go“ from 2024, however, he took on the independent role of Hannes Riedle, the father of the murdered Hanna.
Does Moritz Führmann also work as a director and screenwriter?
Yes. In addition to his acting career, Moritz Führmann has also taken on directing and screenwriting roles. He is listed in both capacities for the short film „Last Exit Oberhausen“. The corresponding information can be found in his filmography at filmportal.de .
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