William Castle_
New York City, New York, USA
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Born
New York City, New York, USA
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Director
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Died
Birthplace
New York City, New York, USA
Height
170 cm (5'6")
Nationality
Languages
English
Children
2 children
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Wiljahelmaz)
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William Castle is known for directing.
Born in New York City, New York, USA (died at age 63).
William Castle has 50 credits in our database.
The name William means william is an English name whose origin is Germanic. Derived from Willahelm, its meaning results from the union of "wil", meaning "desire" or "will", and "helm", meaning "protection".
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Filmography (50)
Biography
William Castle (April 24, 1914 – May 31, 1977) was an American film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor. Castle was known for directing films with many gimmicks which were ambitiously promoted, despite being reasonably low budget B-movies. Castle began directing films in the early 1940s, and later television, before moving on to the "gimmick films".
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How old was William Castle?
William Castle was born on and passed away on at the age of 63.
Where was William Castle born?
William Castle was born in New York City, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has William Castle been in?
William Castle has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Bug (1975), The Day of the Locust (1975), Shampoo (1975), Shanks (1974), Riot (1969).
What is William Castle known for?
William Castle is primarily known as a director. William Castle (April 24, 1914 – May 31, 1977) was an American film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor. Castle was known for directing films with…
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