Johannes Nussbaum Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies, TV Shows, Career, Instagram, Girlfriend

Johannes Nussbaum is an actor who gained international recognition for his dynamic portrayal of Archduke Maximilian in the acclaimed Netflix historical drama series The Empress. He first earned artistic acclaim in regional Austrian and German theatre before transitioning to high-profile cinematic and television roles.

His screen presence and strong dramatic skills have allowed him to cross over from localized European productions to massive international streaming platforms.

Johannes Nussbaum
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Johannes Nussbaum
Born:	May 31, 1995 (age 31 years old)
Place of Birth:	Mödling, Lower Austria, Austria
Nationality:	Austrian
Ethnicity:	Austrian
Height:	5 feet 8 inches
Religion:	Roman Catholicism
Parents:	N/A
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	N/A
Relationship:	Single
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actor
Net Worth:	$1,200,000

Early Life and Education

Johannes Nussbaum is now at the age of 31 years old was born on May 31, 1995. He grew up in Mödling, Lower Austria, where he spent his formative years. He began his artistic journey very early by taking part in local elementary school theatre productions in Mödling.

At the recommendation of a local youth theatre advisor, he auditioned for a professional talent casting agency in Vienna. This early step led him to secure a role in a major film while he was still a child.

His educational path in the dramatic arts led him away from Austria to continue rigorous training. Between 2015 and 2018, he studied performance at the Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Arts in Berlin, Germany. During his time at the institution, he appeared on stage in various productions at the Deutsches Theater Berlin and performed as a guest actor at the Staatsschauspiel Dresden and the Salzburg Festival.

He completed his degree and joined the permanent ensemble at the Residenztheater in Munich during the 2019/2020 season.

Personal Life

Johannes Nussbaum maintains a strict separation between his acting career and his personal matters. He has never been married and does not have a spouse. There are no public records regarding his children or any current or previous romantic relationships.

Career

Johannes Nussbaum professional journey began in 2005 when he was selected from among several hundred children to debut in Ulrich Seidl‘s film Import Export, which was completed in 2007. He spent his teenage years taking on supporting roles in Austrian film and television projects, appearing in shows like SOKO Donau and Tatort.

In 2015, his professional career reached a major turning point in Austria when he was cast as Simon Schneider in the ORF satirical drama series Vorstadtweiber. He served as a series regular during the early years of the show, earning regional acclaim.

His career broadened further as he stepped onto larger stages and international films. In 2019, he appeared in Terrence Malick‘s historical drama film A Hidden Life as Josef.

His profile reached global recognition when he joined the cast of the Netflix series The Empress, portraying Archduke Maximilian. His performance earned widespread praise and cemented his presence on the international stage. Along with his screen credits, he continues to perform in leading roles at the Residenztheater in Munich, playing canonical characters such as Hamlet and Werther.

Awards

• Romy Award for Best Young Actor (2016)
• Alfred Kerr Actor Prize (2019)
• Bavarian Kunstförderpreis (2023)

Net Worth

Johannes Nussbaum has an estimated net worth of $1,200,000. This net worth has been generated through a steady career of leading stage roles at major German state theatres, regular episodic salaries from international streaming networks, and roles in Austrian television.

Social Media

• Instagram: @johannesnussbaum

Filmography

• Import Export (2007)
• Blutgletscher (2013)
• Vorstadtweiber (2015)
• Die Hebamme II (2016)
• Prélude (2019)
• A Hidden Life (2019)
• Hannes (2021)
• The Empress (2022)
• The Three Investigators and the Carpathian Dog (2025)
• Bubbles (2025)