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DIRECTING . Directing . 94 years (deceased) . Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Ted Kotcheff_

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

"Born — Died "

Born Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Birthday
94
Lived
19
Credits
Director
Known For
0.6
Popularity
41 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

Details

Known For
Director
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Birthplace
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Sylvia Kay (1960-1972)
Children
5 children: Thomas Kotcheff
Education
University of Toronto
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Popularity
Tier C -- 7,653 Wikipedia views/month

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Ted Kotcheff is known for directing.
Born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (died at age 94).
Recipient of the Golden Bear.
Ted Kotcheff has 19 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.

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AWARDS (2)

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Golden Bear
1974
WON
B
Berlin International Film Festival
WON

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Ted Kotcheff (April 7, 1931 – April 10, 2025), sometimes credited as William Kotcheff or William T. Kotcheff, was a Canadian film and television director, who is well known for his work on several high-profile British television productions and as a director of films such as First Blood.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Ted Kotcheff?
Ted Kotcheff was born on and passed away on at the age of 94.
Where was Ted Kotcheff born?
Ted Kotcheff was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
What movies or shows has Ted Kotcheff been in?
Ted Kotcheff has 19 credits in our database. Notable titles include Shattered Glass (2003), Crime in Connecticut: The Story of Alex Kelly (1999), A Family of Cops (1995), Folks! (1992), Winter People (1989).
What is Ted Kotcheff known for?
Ted Kotcheff is primarily known as a director. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Ted Kotcheff (April 7, 1931 – April 10, 2025), sometimes credited as William Kotcheff or William T. Kotcheff, was a…
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