Hermann Thimig (3 October 1890 – 7 July 1982) was an Austrian actor. He had roles in just over 100 films between 1916 and 1967. He appeared in three films directed by Ernst Lubitsch and frequently played comedic roles. Hermann Thimig (3 October 1890 – 7 July 1982) was an Austrian actor. He had roles in just over 100 films between 1916 and 1967. He appeared in three films directed by Ernst Lubitsch and frequently played comedic roles.