Diane Kruger
Actress · Producer · Voice Actor - Dubbing
Born July 15, 1976 · Algermissen, Lower Saxony, West Germany [now Germany]
2
Films reviewed
7.8
Avg. rating
Inglourious Basterds
Best-reviewed
2004–2009
Years active
Biography
Diane Kruger (born July 15, 1976) is a German actress. Early in her career, Kruger gained worldwide recognition and received the Trophée Chopard from the Cannes Film Festival.
Kruger became known for her roles in film as Helen in the epic war film Troy (2004), Dr. Abigail Chase in the heist film National Treasure (2004) and its 2007 sequel, Bridget von Hammersmark in Quentin Tarantino's war film Inglourious Basterds (2009), and Gina in the psychological thriller film Unknown (2011). She also starred as Detective Sonya Cross in the FX crime drama series The Bridge (2013–14). In 2017, she made her German-language debut in Fatih Akin's In the Fade, for which she won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress.
On theIReview.com
Films featuring Diane Krugerthat we've reviewed.
★ 8.4Inglourious Basterds
as Bridget von Hammersmark, a German film star turned spy for the United Kingdom. Tarantino based Hammersmark on Hungarian actress Ilona Massey. For her portrayal of the character Kruger was inspired by German actress Hildegard Knef.
Quentin Tarantino · 2009
RT 89%
★ 7.3Troy
as Helen
Wolfgang Petersen · 2004
RT 53%
Review Highlights
AI-summarized critic and audience reaction, pulled from the Fan & Critic Buzz on their highest-rated films with us.
“The film received generally positive reviews, with many praising Quentin Tarantino's direction and performances. Critics noted that the movie's brisk pace and dialogue allowed it to fly by quickly despite its 2.5-hour runtime. Some reviewers appreciated Tarantino's unique style, including Christoph Waltz's standout performance as a ruthless "Jew Hunter." The film also received praise for its historical accuracy and entertainment value.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Inglourious Basterds →
“The general public reaction to "Troy" was positive, with many praising the film's grandeur and attention to detail. The movie had mixed reviews, but overall received high ratings from critics who appreciated its intelligent application of CGI and epic historical drama setting. Some reviewers noted pacing issues, while others enjoyed Brad Pitt's performance and praised the screenplay for being flawless.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Troy →
Selected Filmography
- Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen(2009)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon(2014)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Daily Show(1996)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Late Show with David Letterman(1993)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Graham Norton Show(2007)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!(2003)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark(1988)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- Fringe(2008)TV Series · 1 epas Miranda Greene (uncredited)
- Leute heute(1997)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Nachtcafé(1987)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Variety Studio: Actors on Actors(2014)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- The One Show(2006)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- NDR Talk Show(1979)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Off Camera with Sam Jones(2014)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Wetten, dass..?(1981)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Bambi(1948)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
- On n'est pas couché(2006)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- National Treasure(2004)as Abigail Chase