William Dozier

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William Dozier

Born February 13, 1908 · Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Died April 23, 1991 · aged 83

William Dozier was an American TV and movie producer who made it to the top of the TV heap briefly in the mid-1960s with his show "Batman (1966)". Born on February 13, 1908 in Omaha, Nebraska, Dozier was also known for his wives. After divorcing his first wife, he was married to Oscar-winner Joan Fontaine from 1946 to 1951 and to movie star Ann Rutherford from 1953 to his death on April 23, 1991. …

Known For

American GigoloAmerican Gigolo · 1980
American Gigolo
6.21980
MovieCrimeDrama
Julian makes a lucrative living as an escort to older women in the Los Angeles area. He begins a relationship with Michelle, a local politician's wife, without expecting any pay. One of his clients is murdered and Detective Sunday begins pumping him for details on his different clients, something he is reluctant to do considering the nature of his work. Julian begins to suspect he's being framed. Meanwhile Michelle begins to fall in love with him.
BatmanBatman · 1966
Batman
6.41966
MovieActionComedy
The Dynamic Duo faces four super-villains who plan to hold the world for ransom with the help of a secret invention that instantly dehydrates people.
Slave GirlSlave Girl · 1947
Slave Girl
7.51947
MovieAdventureComedy
Tongue-in-cheek adventure tale of an American attempting to free sailors held as hostages and becoming involved in middle-East tribal wars.
Two of a KindTwo of a Kind · 1951
Two of a Kind
6.81951
MovieCrimeThriller
A con woman and a lawyer get a carnival grifter to pose as an elderly rich couple's long-lost son.
Letter from an Unknown WomanLetter from an Unknown Woman · 1948
Letter from an Unknown Woman
7.81948
MovieDramaRomance
A pianist about to flee from a duel receives a letter from a woman he cannot remember. As she tells the story of her lifelong love for him, he is forced to reinterpret his own past.
Joker: Put on a Happy FaceJoker: Put on a Happy Face · 2020
Joker: Put on a Happy Face
8.02020
MovieDocumentary
Featuring interviews with filmmakers and industry legends, discover the origins and evolution of The Joker, and learn why The Clown Prince of Crime is universally hailed as the greatest comic-book supervillain of all time.
Stage StruckStage Struck · 1958
Stage Struck
6.01958
MovieDramaRomance
A young woman arrives in New York City determined to become a great theatrical star, but discovers that her goal may not be as easily attainable as she had hoped.
Evening in ByzantiumEvening in Byzantium · 1978
Evening in Byzantium
8.01978
MovieTV MovieDrama
While the prestigious Cannes Film Festival goes on around him, American movie producer Jesse Craig struggles to develop a pitch-worthy thriller about a terrorist plot. Before long, Craig becomes concerned that a shocking act of real-life terrorism already may be underway. Meanwhile, radical actor Bret Easton works in cahoots with a group of extremists to coordinate the hijacking of a trio of passenger planes in a devastating, multi-city nuclear attack.

Movies

American GigoloAmerican Gigolo · 1980
American Gigolo
6.21980
MovieCrimeDrama
Julian makes a lucrative living as an escort to older women in the Los Angeles area. He begins a relationship with Michelle, a local politician's wife, without expecting any pay. One of his clients is murdered and Detective Sunday begins pumping him for details on his different clients, something he is reluctant to do considering the nature of his work. Julian begins to suspect he's being framed. Meanwhile Michelle begins to fall in love with him.
BatmanBatman · 1966
Batman
6.41966
MovieActionComedy
The Dynamic Duo faces four super-villains who plan to hold the world for ransom with the help of a secret invention that instantly dehydrates people.
Slave GirlSlave Girl · 1947
Slave Girl
7.51947
MovieAdventureComedy
Tongue-in-cheek adventure tale of an American attempting to free sailors held as hostages and becoming involved in middle-East tribal wars.
Two of a KindTwo of a Kind · 1951
Two of a Kind
6.81951
MovieCrimeThriller
A con woman and a lawyer get a carnival grifter to pose as an elderly rich couple's long-lost son.
Letter from an Unknown WomanLetter from an Unknown Woman · 1948
Letter from an Unknown Woman
7.81948
MovieDramaRomance
A pianist about to flee from a duel receives a letter from a woman he cannot remember. As she tells the story of her lifelong love for him, he is forced to reinterpret his own past.
Joker: Put on a Happy FaceJoker: Put on a Happy Face · 2020
Joker: Put on a Happy Face
8.02020
MovieDocumentary
Featuring interviews with filmmakers and industry legends, discover the origins and evolution of The Joker, and learn why The Clown Prince of Crime is universally hailed as the greatest comic-book supervillain of all time.
Stage StruckStage Struck · 1958
Stage Struck
6.01958
MovieDramaRomance
A young woman arrives in New York City determined to become a great theatrical star, but discovers that her goal may not be as easily attainable as she had hoped.
Evening in ByzantiumEvening in Byzantium · 1978
Evening in Byzantium
8.01978
MovieTV MovieDrama
While the prestigious Cannes Film Festival goes on around him, American movie producer Jesse Craig struggles to develop a pitch-worthy thriller about a terrorist plot. Before long, Craig becomes concerned that a shocking act of real-life terrorism already may be underway. Meanwhile, radical actor Bret Easton works in cahoots with a group of extremists to coordinate the hijacking of a trio of passenger planes in a devastating, multi-city nuclear attack.
The Big BounceThe Big Bounce · 1969
The Big Bounce
5.11969
MovieDramaRomance
A Vietnam veteran and ex-con is persuaded by a shady woman to rob a $50,000 payroll account on a California produce farm. But who is playing who?
Crisis in Mid-AirCrisis in Mid-Air · 1979
Crisis in Mid-Air
8.01979
MovieDramaTV Movie
The life of a stressed-out air controller falls apart as he battles a court case involving a mid-air collision for which an investigator is trying to hold him responsible.
The Amazing Howard HughesThe Amazing Howard Hughes · 1977
The Amazing Howard Hughes
6.41977
MovieDramaTV Movie
The Amazing Howard Hughes is a 1977 television movie about American aviation pioneer and filmmaker Howard Hughes, based on the book by Hughes' business partner Noah Dietrich. The film starred Tommy Lee Jones, Ed Flanders, and Tovah Feldshuh.
BatgirlBatgirl · 1967
Batgirl
5.41967
MovieAdventureAction
Promotional short introducing librarian Barbara Gordon as Batgirl for the series "Batman (1966)". Barbara meets Bruce Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson at the Gotham Public Library and is able to help them battling Killer Moth and his gang.
You Gotta Stay HappyYou Gotta Stay Happy · 1948
You Gotta Stay Happy
6.81948
MovieComedyRomance
Indecisive heiress Dee Dee Dillwood is pushed into marrying her sixth fiancée, but unable to face the wedding night, she flees into the adjacent hotel room of commercial pilot Marvin Payne, who just wants to sleep. She then persuades him to take her to California.
Back from EternityBack from Eternity · 1956
Back from Eternity
6.71956
MovieAdventureDrama
A South American plane loaded with an assortment of characters crash lands in a remote jungle area in the middle of a storm. The passengers then discover they are in an area inhabited by vicious cannibals and must escape before they are found. A remake of Five Came Back (1939).
Not Just Another AffairNot Just Another Affair · 1982
Not Just Another Affair
5.41982
MovieRomanceTV Movie
A lady marine biologist, determined to save herself until marriage, meets a handsome attorney who is not used to being rejected sexually, and it becomes a battle of wills as to who will emerge the winner.
Guilty or Innocent: The Sam Sheppard Murder CaseGuilty or Innocent: The Sam Sheppard Murder Case · 1975
Guilty or Innocent: The Sam Sheppard Murder Case
7.01975
MovieDramaTV Movie
The story of Dr. Sam Sheppard, an Ohio doctor convicted of murdering his wife, despite his vehement denials of the crime.
Hollywood Screen Tests: Take 1Hollywood Screen Tests: Take 1 · 1999
Hollywood Screen Tests: Take 1
9.01999
MovieDocumentary
Even big stars need to stand in front of the director and audition for their roles, and some of the best screen tests are from the early years of legends. See some of Hollywood's top names and greatest talents in their very first appearances on celluloid. From Dustin Hoffman's 1966 stock and personality tests to Raquel Welch and James Coburn cavorting for Our Man Flint, from The Three Stooges to Rock Hudson, see stars trying to get on film.
Mission to Glory: A True StoryMission to Glory: A True Story · 1977
Mission to Glory: A True Story
7.01977
MovieWestern
Father Kino, a 17th-century Jesuit missionary, dedicated his life to helping Native Americans in the Southwest by teaching them agricultural skills as well as building missions and spreading Christianity. An explorer, astronomer and map maker, Father Kino surmounted numerous challenges as he journeyed through California, Arizona and Mexico.
Harriet CraigHarriet Craig · 1950
Harriet Craig
7.51950
MovieDrama
A perfectionist woman's devotion to her home drives away friends and family.
Death Is My NeighborDeath Is My Neighbor · 1953
Death Is My Neighbor
7.01953
MovieDramaTV Movie
A New York City apartment building supervisor has his job and home threatened by a new tenant.
Dick Tracy - The Plot To Kill NATODick Tracy - The Plot To Kill NATO · 1967
Dick Tracy - The Plot To Kill NATO
9.01967
MovieActionCrime
Dick Tracy must save a trio of ambassadors who have been kidnapped by Mr. Memory. Pilot for Dick Tracy TV show from Batman's William Dozier.

TV Shows

BatmanBatman · 1966
Batman
7.31966
SeriesSci-Fi & FantasyComedy
Wealthy entrepreneur Bruce Wayne and his ward Dick Grayson lead a double life: they are actually crime fighting duo Batman and Robin. A secret Batpole in the Wayne mansion leads to the Batcave, where Police Commissioner Gordon often calls with the latest emergency threatening Gotham City. Racing to the scene of the crime in the Batmobile, Batman and Robin must (with the help of their trusty Bat-utility-belt) thwart the efforts of a variety of master criminals, including The Riddler, The Joker, Catwoman, and The Penguin.
Eight Is EnoughEight Is Enough · 1977
Eight Is Enough
6.21977
SeriesDramaComedy
Eight Is Enough is an American television comedy-drama series that ran on ABC from March 15, 1977, until August 29, 1981. The show was modeled after syndicated newspaper columnist Thomas Braden, a real-life parent with eight children, who wrote a book with the same name.
The LonerThe Loner · 1965
The Loner
6.31965
SeriesWestern
The Loner is an American western series that ran for less than one season on CBS from 1965 to 1966, under the alternate sponsorship of Philip Morris and Procter & Gamble.
The Green HornetThe Green Hornet · 1966
The Green Hornet
7.41966
SeriesCrime
The Green Hornet is a television series on the ABC US television network that aired for the 1966–1967 TV season starring Van Williams as the Green Hornet/Britt Reid and Bruce Lee as Kato.
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim JonesGuyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones · 1980
Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones
7.31980
SeriesDramaCrime
In the 1960s, Reverend Jim Jones began as an idealist helping minorities and working against racism. After a move to San Francisco and increased power and attention, Jones became focused on his belief in nuclear holocaust, declared himself a prophet, and founded the Peoples Temple. With a loyal following of over 1,000, who donated their entire life savings to him and to join his commune, he moves them to Guyana. When possible crimes come to the attention of the authorities, and once notified that some individuals are being held against their will, an investigation begins. Rather than face the charges, Jones commits suicide, and roughly 900 of his followers do the same.
The Amazing Howard HughesThe Amazing Howard Hughes · 1977
The Amazing Howard Hughes
6.01977
Series
A miniseries about American aviation pioneer and filmmaker Howard Hughes, based on the book by Hughes' business partner Noah Dietrich.
The RKO Story: Tales From HollywoodThe RKO Story: Tales From Hollywood · 1987
The RKO Story: Tales From Hollywood
9.01987
SeriesDocumentary
Ed Asner tells the story of RKO Pictures from the 1920s to the 1960s.
Evening in ByzantiumEvening in Byzantium · 1978
Evening in Byzantium
1978
SeriesDrama
While the prestigious Cannes Film Festival goes on around him, American movie producer Jesse Craig struggles to develop a pitch-worthy thriller about a terrorist plot. Before long, Craig becomes concerned that a shocking act of real-life terrorism already may be underway. Meanwhile, radical actor Bret Easton works in cahoots with a group of extremists to coordinate the hijacking of a trio of passenger planes in a devastating, multi-city nuclear attack.