Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Director
Occupations
Film editor, Film director
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(Thursday)
Died
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Citizenship
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Name Origin
English < Hebrew (יוֹחָנָן)
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John English is known for directing.
Born in Cumberland, United Kingdom (died at age 66).
John English has 50 credits in our database.
The name John means the grace or mercy of the Lord.
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Filmography (50)
Biography
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
John English (June 25, 1903 in Cumberland, United Kingdom – October 11, 1969 in Los Angeles, California) was a film director. He is most famous for the film serials he co-directed with William Witney for Republic Pictures such as Zorro's Fighting Legion and Drums of Fu Manchu.
He was credited variously as John W English, John English or Jack English.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was John English?
John English was born on and passed away on at the age of 66.
Where was John English born?
John English was born in Cumberland, United Kingdom.
What movies or shows has John English been in?
John English has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Doctor Satan's Robot (1966), Behind Closed Doors (1958), Broken Arrow (1956), My Friend Flicka (1955), The Adventures of Champion (1955).
What is John English known for?
John English is primarily known as a director. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. John English (June 25, 1903 in Cumberland, United Kingdom – October 11, 1969 in Los Angeles, California) was a film…
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You can find more about John English on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
