Peter Matić (24 March 1937 – 20 June 2019) was an Austrian actor and voice artist whose career spanned stage, screen and dubbing over more than five decades. Born in Vienna, he became a familiar presence in German-speaking film and television and a respected voice in dubbed international cinema. He appeared in more than eighty productions between the early 1960s and 2019 and left a lasting mark through both on-screen roles and his work as a dubbing actor.

Career and artistic profile

Matić's professional life combined regular screen appearances with voice work. Though best known to many viewers for his film and television roles, he also contributed extensively to the practice of dubbing foreign-language films for German-language audiences. Colleagues and audiences noted his adaptability and professional reliability, qualities valued in ensemble casts and in the precise craft of voice replacement.

Notable screen work

Across his career Matthias took supporting and character roles in dramatic productions, bringing a steady presence to stage and screen. Selected highlights include:

  • I Learned It from Father (1964)
  • Everyone Dies Alone (1976)
  • Wahnfried (1986)

These titles represent just a portion of a long filmography that spans television dramas, teleplays and feature films, where Matić often played figures who added depth and realism to ensemble narratives.

Voice work and dubbing

In German-speaking countries dubbing plays a central role in how international films are experienced, and Matić became known for providing the German-language voice for several prominent foreign actors. He is particularly associated with voicing British actor Ben Kingsley for German audiences, helping to shape the reception of Kingsley's performances among viewers who hear films in German. For more on Matić's international dubbing roles see his professional profile and references to performers he voiced such as Ben Kingsley.

Legacy and recognition

While Matić may not have been a household name outside German-speaking countries, within the region he earned respect as a versatile character actor and a reliable dubbing professional. His body of work illustrates the interlinked nature of stage, screen and dubbing in central European acting careers and the way a single voice can become familiar across many different films and roles. He died on 20 June 2019 at age 82, leaving behind a substantial record of performances.

For further details on specific productions, roles and credits, consult filmographic records and actor databases that document German-language cinema and television during the late 20th century and early 21st century.