Heinz Rühmann was a German actor (1902-1994). He began his film career in 1926 and appeared in numerous films including Three from the Filling Station, The Punch Bowl, and The Captain from Köpenick. Rühmann's film career spanned until 1993, during which he also starred in It Happened in Broad Daylight. He transitioned to respected character actor roles in his later years. Beyond acting, Rühmann was known for his performances of the songs Stufen, Brief an einen jungen Dichter, and Trost.