William Dear
Known for
William Dear is a Canadian director who belongs to the crew side of the business rather than the cast. He is also credited on 'Angels in the Outfield'. The first credits arrived well before the best-known title. A large part of the career has been spent in comedy. The work is split between film and television rather than confined to either. 'Harry and the Hendersons' is the calling card here.
William Dear
24 Directed
3 Series
William Dear is a Canadian director who belongs to the crew side of the business rather than the cast. He is also credited on 'Angels in the Outfield'. The first credits arrived well before the best-known title. A large part of the career has been spent in comedy. The work is split between film and television rather than confined to either. 'Harry and the Hendersons' is the calling card here.
Movies
Director
Harry and the Hendersons
1987
Director
Angels in the Outfield
1994
Director
If Looks Could Kill
1991
Director
The Perfect Game
2009
Director
Wild America
1997
Director
Balloon Farm
1999
Director
Simon Says
2007
Director
The Sandlot: Heading Home
2007
Director
Santa Who?
2000
Director
Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann
1982
Director
A Mile in His Shoes
2011
Director
Elephant Parts
1981
Director
Midnight Stallion
2013
Director
Politics of Love
2011
Director
The Northville Cemetery Massacre
1976
Director
The Foursome
2006
Director
Doctor Duck's Super Secret All-Purpose Sauce
1986
Director
Garry Shandling: Alone in Vegas
1984
Director
Free Style
2008
Latest Trailers
Watch Trailer
School of Life
Full Filmography
Midnight Stallion
Director
2013
Film
A Mile in His Shoes
Director
2011
Film
Politics of Love
Director
2011
Film
The Perfect Game
Director
2009
Film
Free Style
Director
2008
Film
Simon Says
Director
2007
Film
The Sandlot: Heading Home
Director
2007
Film
The Foursome
Director
2006
Film
Santa Who?
Director
2000
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is William Dear and where are they from?
William Dear is 81 years old, born on November 30, 1944 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
What are the most famous roles of William Dear?
William Dear is best known for directing The Rocketeer, Harry and the Hendersons, Angels in the Outfield.
How many movies has William Dear directed?
Over a 53-year career (since 1973), William Dear has directed or written 24 films and worked on 3 TV shows.
What was William Dear's first movie?
The career of William Dear began with Nymph (1973).
What is William Dear's most recent movie or series?
William Dear's most recent release is Midnight Stallion, which premiered on May 4, 2013.
What TV shows has William Dear created or directed?
On television, William Dear has appeared in Dinosaurs, Saturday Night Live, Amazing Stories, Covington Cross.
William Dear
1944-11-30 · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
William Dear (born November 30, 1944) is a Canadian-born American film and television director, producer and writer. He holds a degree in Art and Theater from Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, USA. He is known for directing the films Angels in the Outfield and Harry and the Hendersons.