Ford Beebe

American director and screenwriter

Ford Beebe - American director and screenwriter
Born

November 26th, 1888
136 years ago

Died

November 26th, 1978
46 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Directed films primarily in the early to mid-20th century, contributing significantly to the action and adventure genres. Notably worked on serials, with many projects for Universal Pictures. Collaborated with other industry professionals to create engaging stories that attracted audiences. His career spanned several decades, with involvement in both directing and screenwriting roles across a range of productions.

Directed the serial 'The Phantom Empire'

Worked on 'The Adventures of Captain Marvel'

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