W. S. Van Dyke
1889 – 1943

W. S. Van Dyke

American film director (1889–1943)

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Born
1889-03-21, San Diego
Died
1943-02-05
Birthplace state
California

Biography

Woodbridge Strong Van Dyke II was born in San Diego in 1889 and worked as a film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor. He directed early sound films including Tarzan the Ape Man, The Thin Man, San Francisco, and six musicals featuring Nelson Eddy and Jeanette MacDonald. The Academy nominated him twice for Best Director, for The Thin Man and San Francisco, and four actors he directed—William Powell, Spencer Tracy, Norma Shearer, and Robert Morley—received Oscar nominations. He earned the nickname "One Take Woody" for completing films on schedule and under budget.

Occupation

W. S. Van Dyke is recorded as a film producer, a film actor, a director, a film director, a stage actor and a screenwriter, born in California (1889–1943).

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Frequently asked about W. S. Van Dyke

Who was W. S. Van Dyke?
W. S. Van Dyke was American film director (1889–1943), born in California (1889 – 1943).
When and where was W. S. Van Dyke born?
W. S. Van Dyke was born on 1889-03-21 in San Diego.
When did W. S. Van Dyke die?
W. died on 1943-02-05.
What was W. S. Van Dyke known for?
W. S. Van Dyke is recorded as a film producer, a film actor, a director, a film director, a stage actor and a screenwriter.
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