Roy William Neill

Film director known for Sherlock Holmes

Roy William Neill - Film director known for Sherlock Holmes
Born

September 4th, 1887
137 years ago

Died

1946
79 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in Ireland and active in the United Kingdom, a director and screenwriter specialized in the mystery genre. Gained prominence for directing a series of Sherlock Holmes films in the 1940s. Worked extensively with Universal Pictures and contributed to the studio's success in horror and mystery films. Developed a distinctive style, blending suspense with atmospheric settings. In addition to directing, engaged in producing and screenwriting, solidifying a legacy in film history.

Directed 'The Scarlet Claw' (1944)

Directed 'The House of Fear' (1945)

Directed 'The Woman in Green' (1945)

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