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William Castle (born William Schloss Jr.; April 24, 1914 – May 31, 1977) was an American film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor. Orphaned at 11, Castle dropped out of high school at 15 to work in the theater.
Oct 18, 2020 · William Castle was a showman known for his campy gimmicks. But he was much more than mere parlor tricks, and these ten films prove it!
William Castle was born on 24 April 1914 in New York City, New York, USA. He was a director and producer, known for Homicidal (1961), House on Haunted Hill (1959) and The Lady from Shanghai (1947). He was married to Ellen.
14 titles. Sort by List order. 1. Macabre. 1958 1h 12m Approved. 5.7 (1.4K) Rate. A doctor's daughter is kidnapped and buried alive, and he is given just five hours to find and rescue her. Director William Castle Stars William Prince Jim Backus Christine White.
May 27, 2024 · William Castle was an American director known for the innovative marketing techniques he used to promote his B-horror movies. He began his entertainment career as an actor in Off-Broadway productions, and he later directed a well-received stage version of Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula.
Oct 26, 2020 · Where to begin with William Castle. With Halloween season upon us, we pick a beginner’s path through the schlock tactics of horror’s greatest showman: jump-scare genius William Castle.
Jun 1, 2023 · Director William Castle is best known for the gimmicks he created to go with films like The Tingler, Macabre, and Thirteen Ghosts.
