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Director
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Died
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Languages
English
Education
Stanford University, Modesto High School
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Name Origin
English < Latin < Ancient Greek < Hebrew (יַעֲקֹב)
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James Algar is known for directing.
Born in Modesto, California, USA (died at age 85).
Recipient of the Disney Legends.
James Algar has 16 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (16)
The Best of Walt Disney's True-Life Adventures
Director, Writer
The Boy Who Talked to Badgers
Producer
Run, Cougar, Run
Producer
Rascal
Producer
The Gnome-Mobile
Producer
The Legend of Lobo
Director, Producer, Writer
White Wilderness
Director, Writer
Grand Canyon
Director
Bear Country
Director, Writer
The Alaskan Eskimo
Director
AWARDS (1)
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Disney Legends
1998
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Biography
James Algar (June 11, 1912 – February 26, 1998) was an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He worked at Walt Disney Productions for 43 years and received the Disney Legends award in 1998. He was born in Modesto, California and died in Carmel, California.
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How old was James Algar?
James Algar was born on and passed away on at the age of 85.
Where was James Algar born?
James Algar was born in Modesto, California, USA.
What movies or shows has James Algar been in?
James Algar has 16 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Best of Walt Disney's True-Life Adventures (1975), The Boy Who Talked to Badgers (1975), Run, Cougar, Run (1972), Rascal (1969), The Gnome-Mobile (1967).
What is James Algar known for?
James Algar is primarily known as a director. James Algar (June 11, 1912 – February 26, 1998) was an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He worked at Walt Disney Productions for 43…
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