William Witney

William Witney
Born
William Nuelsen Witney

(1915-05-15)May 15, 1915
DiedMarch 17, 2002(2002-03-17) (aged 86)
Other namesWilliam Whitney
Years active1939–1982
Spouse(s)Maxine Doyle (m. 1938–1973; her death)
Beverly (m. 1977–2002; his death)
Websitewww.williamwitney.com

William Nuelsen Witney (May 15, 1915 – March 17, 2002) was an American film and television director. He is best remembered for the action films he made for Republic Pictures, particularly serials: Dick Tracy Returns, G-Men vs. the Black Dragon, Daredevils of the Red Circle, Zorro's Fighting Legion, and Drums of Fu Manchu.[1] Prolific and pugnacious, Witney began directing while still in his 20s, and continued working until 1982.

  1. ^ "William Witney, 86, Director of Westerns". The New York Times. March 30, 2002.