Bill Walsh

Writing

Bill Walsh

Born September 30, 1913 · New York City, New York, USA

Died January 27, 1975 · aged 61

Bill Walsh was born in New York to immigrant parents (father from Canada, mother from Ireland). In his teen years he lived with relatives in Cincinnati, OH, and later attended the University of Cincinnati. In 1933 he joined the stock touring company of husband / wife team Barbara Stanwyck and Frank Fay as a writer, but the couple divorced the next year and Walsh found himself stuck in Hollywood wi…

Known For

Mary PoppinsMary Poppins · 1964
Mary Poppins
7.51964
MovieComedyFamily
In turn of the century London, a magical nanny employs music and adventure to help two neglected children become closer to their father.
FlubberFlubber · 1997
Flubber
5.71997
MovieComedyFamily
Professor Phillip Brainard, an absent minded professor, works with his assistant Weebo, trying to create a substance that's a new source of energy and that will save Medfield College where his sweetheart Sara is the president. He has missed his wedding twice, and on the afternoon of his third wedding, Professor Brainard creates flubber, which allows objects to fly through the air.
The Love BugThe Love Bug · 1968
The Love Bug
6.61968
MovieComedyFamily
Down-on-his-luck race car driver Jim Douglas teams up with a little VW Bug that has a mind of its own, not realizing Herbie's worth until a sneaky rival plots to steal him.
Herbie Rides AgainHerbie Rides Again · 1974
Herbie Rides Again
6.21974
MovieRomanceComedy
The living Volkswagen Beetle helps an old lady protect her home from a corrupt developer.
Bedknobs and BroomsticksBedknobs and Broomsticks · 1971
Bedknobs and Broomsticks
7.01971
MovieFamilyAnimation
Three children evacuated from London during World War II are forced to stay with an eccentric spinster. The children's initial fears disappear when they find out she is in fact a trainee witch.
The Shaggy DogThe Shaggy Dog · 2006
The Shaggy Dog
4.92006
MovieComedyFamily
The tale of a workaholic dad-turned-dog who finds that being man's best friend shows him the most important job - being a great dad.
Blackbeard's GhostBlackbeard's Ghost · 1968
Blackbeard's Ghost
6.71968
MovieComedyFantasy
The eponymous wraith returns to Earth to aid his descendant, elderly Emily Stowecroft. The villains want to kick Emily and her friends out of their group home so that they can build a crooked casino. Good guy Steve Walker gets caught in the middle of the squabble after evoking Blackbeard's ghost.
The Love BugThe Love Bug · 1997
The Love Bug
5.71997
MovieFantasyAdventure
The inimitable VW Beetle is losing all his races and destined for the scrap heap until mechanic Hank takes him over and gives him a new lease of life. Soon, Herbie is winning again, to the fury of his previous owner, who builds a menacing black bug to challenge Herbie to the ultimate race.

Movies

Mary PoppinsMary Poppins · 1964
Mary Poppins
7.51964
MovieComedyFamily
In turn of the century London, a magical nanny employs music and adventure to help two neglected children become closer to their father.
FlubberFlubber · 1997
Flubber
5.71997
MovieComedyFamily
Professor Phillip Brainard, an absent minded professor, works with his assistant Weebo, trying to create a substance that's a new source of energy and that will save Medfield College where his sweetheart Sara is the president. He has missed his wedding twice, and on the afternoon of his third wedding, Professor Brainard creates flubber, which allows objects to fly through the air.
The Love BugThe Love Bug · 1968
The Love Bug
6.61968
MovieComedyFamily
Down-on-his-luck race car driver Jim Douglas teams up with a little VW Bug that has a mind of its own, not realizing Herbie's worth until a sneaky rival plots to steal him.
Herbie Rides AgainHerbie Rides Again · 1974
Herbie Rides Again
6.21974
MovieRomanceComedy
The living Volkswagen Beetle helps an old lady protect her home from a corrupt developer.
Bedknobs and BroomsticksBedknobs and Broomsticks · 1971
Bedknobs and Broomsticks
7.01971
MovieFamilyAnimation
Three children evacuated from London during World War II are forced to stay with an eccentric spinster. The children's initial fears disappear when they find out she is in fact a trainee witch.
The Shaggy DogThe Shaggy Dog · 2006
The Shaggy Dog
4.92006
MovieComedyFamily
The tale of a workaholic dad-turned-dog who finds that being man's best friend shows him the most important job - being a great dad.
Blackbeard's GhostBlackbeard's Ghost · 1968
Blackbeard's Ghost
6.71968
MovieComedyFantasy
The eponymous wraith returns to Earth to aid his descendant, elderly Emily Stowecroft. The villains want to kick Emily and her friends out of their group home so that they can build a crooked casino. Good guy Steve Walker gets caught in the middle of the squabble after evoking Blackbeard's ghost.
The Love BugThe Love Bug · 1997
The Love Bug
5.71997
MovieFantasyAdventure
The inimitable VW Beetle is losing all his races and destined for the scrap heap until mechanic Hank takes him over and gives him a new lease of life. Soon, Herbie is winning again, to the fury of his previous owner, who builds a menacing black bug to challenge Herbie to the ultimate race.
That Darn Cat!That Darn Cat! · 1965
That Darn Cat!
6.61965
MovieFamilyCrime
A young woman suspects foul play when her cat comes home wearing a wristwatch. Convincing the FBI, though, and catching the bad guys is tougher than she imagined.
Son of FlubberSon of Flubber · 1963
Son of Flubber
6.11963
MovieComedyFamily
Beleaguered professor Ned Brainard has already run into a pile of misfortunes with his discovery of the super-elastic substance "Flubber." Now he hopes to have better luck with a gravity-busting derivative he's dubbed "Flubbergas." Ned's experiments, constantly hampered by government obstruction, earn the consternation of his wife, Betsy. But a game-winning modification to a football uniform may help Ned make the case for his fantastic new invention.
The Absent-Minded ProfessorThe Absent-Minded Professor · 1961
The Absent-Minded Professor
6.61961
MovieComedyFamily
Bumbling professor Ned Brainard accidentally invents flying rubber, or "Flubber", an incredible material that gains energy every time it strikes a hard surface. It allows for the invention of shoes that can allow jumps of amazing heights and enables a modified Model-T to fly. Unfortunately, no one is interested in the material except for Alonzo Hawk, a corrupt businessman who wants to steal the material for himself.
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N. · 1966
Lt. Robin Crusoe U.S.N.
5.81966
MovieAdventureComedy
Lt. Robin Crusoe is a navy pilot who bails out of his plane after engine trouble. He reaches a deserted island paradise where he builds a house and begins to adjust to life. He is in for trouble however when a local girl is banished to the island by her father, who then comes after Crusoe.
The Shaggy DogThe Shaggy Dog · 1959
The Shaggy Dog
6.21959
MovieComedyFamily
Through an ancient spell, a boy changes into a sheepdog and back again. It seems to happen at inopportune times and the spell can only be broken by an act of bravery....
Scandalous JohnScandalous John · 1971
Scandalous John
6.41971
MovieWesternComedy
A crotchety old ranch owner fights to be able to live his life the way he wants to, and not the way other people--and the law--tell him he has to.
One of Our Dinosaurs Is MissingOne of Our Dinosaurs Is Missing · 1975
One of Our Dinosaurs Is Missing
5.81975
MovieActionAdventure
Escaping from China with a microfilm of the formula for the mysterious "Lotus X", Lord Southmere, a Queen's Messenger, is chased by a group of Chinese spies.
The Riddle of Robin HoodThe Riddle of Robin Hood · 1952
The Riddle of Robin Hood
1952
MovieDocumentary
Promotional film for The Story of Robin Hood, featuring Walt Disney and production personnel; released in 1952.
Davy Crockett and the River PiratesDavy Crockett and the River Pirates · 1956
Davy Crockett and the River Pirates
6.31956
MovieAdventureFamily
Davy Crockett and his sidekick Georgie compete against boastful Mike Fink ("King of the River") in a boat race to New Orleans. Later, Davy and Georgie, allied with Fink, battle a group of river pirates trying to pass themselves off as Native Americans.
Disneyland '59Disneyland '59 · 1959
Disneyland '59
7.31959
MovieDocumentaryTV Movie
Walt Disney and Art Linkletter co-host a live celebration of Disneyland's 1959 expansion that consisted of the debuts of Matterhorn Bobsleds, the Disneyland-Alweg Monorail, and the Submarine Voyage, a project so massive that it was called "The Second Opening of Disneyland". Highlights include a mammoth, star-studded parade and the official launching of the Disneyland submarines by U.S. Navy officers. Among the guests are then-Vice-President Richard Nixon and family, Clint Eastwood, and Meredith Willson, who leads the Disneyland band in his own "76 Trombones." Sponsored by Kodak, the commercial spokespersons include Ozzie and Harriet Nelson.
Bon Voyage!Bon Voyage! · 1962
Bon Voyage!
5.61962
MovieFamilyComedy
The Willards from Terre Haute, Indiana travels abroad for the once-in-a-lifetime vacation in Paris, France. Harry Willard believes that the greatest problem will be avoiding tap water, but bringing his three children will prove to be more troublesome
The Littlest OutlawThe Littlest Outlaw · 1955
The Littlest Outlaw
5.71955
MovieDramaFamily
Little Pablito is the ten year old son of a cruel horse trainer. The trainer is responsible for training a Mexican General's horse to jump for the grand race. The trainer's methods cause the horse to become afraid of jumping and the general orders the animal's death. Pablito runs away with the horse, becoming a fugitive. He travels throughout Mexico encountering several fugitives and a priest who tries to help.
Westward Ho, The Wagons!Westward Ho, The Wagons! · 1956
Westward Ho, The Wagons!
5.81956
MovieAdventureWestern
The pioneering trail to Oregon was littered with constant danger. Yet, the hope of the "promised land" keeps American families westward bound despite overwhelming odds. A calm, clear-thinking pioneer attempts to lead a wagon train through territory occupied by Pawnees and Sioux. Along the way, the hardy settlers face horse thieves, kidnappers, and unpredictable Indian attacks in their push to establish a new life in the rugged West.
The Shaggy Dog KidsThe Shaggy Dog Kids · 2006
The Shaggy Dog Kids
2006
Movie
Reminiscences by the kids from the original 1959 Disney film.
The Hardy Boys: The Mystery of the Ghost FarmThe Hardy Boys: The Mystery of the Ghost Farm · 1957
The Hardy Boys: The Mystery of the Ghost Farm
9.01957
MovieMysteryAdventure
A 15 episode serial in which boy detectives Frank and Joe Hardy try to solve the mystery of a haunted farm where the farmer has died and left no one to care for his livestock. A ghost assists them to prevent the acceptance of a false inheritance claim.
One Hour in WonderlandOne Hour in Wonderland · 1950
One Hour in Wonderland
6.81950
MovieAnimationFamily
Airing on Christmas Day, 1950, this holiday special was the first Disney TV production. It features Edgar Bergen with Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd at Walt Disney's Christmas party. The show includes clips of movies and animated shorts and the first appearance of the Fire House Five Plus Two jazz band.

TV Shows

The Mickey Mouse ClubThe Mickey Mouse Club · 1955
The Mickey Mouse Club
6.51955
Series
A variety show featuring a cast of child performers.
Further Adventures of Spin and MartyFurther Adventures of Spin and Marty · 1956
Further Adventures of Spin and Marty
8.51956
SeriesWesternFamily
About a freckle-faced Spin and wealthy city kid Marty at the Triple R Ranch summer camp. Adding to the fun are exclusive interviews with the original cast members and a special tour of the original filming site.
The Adventures of Spin and MartyThe Adventures of Spin and Marty · 1955
The Adventures of Spin and Marty
6.61955
SeriesWestern
Marty Markham, a rich orphan, attends summer camp at a dude ranch where he gradually learns to love outdoor life and becomes best friends with the popular Spin Evans.
The Hardy BoysThe Hardy Boys · 1956
The Hardy Boys
8.81956
SeriesMystery
The sons of the great detective Fenton Hardy, Frank and Joe are eager to impress their father with their mystery solving skills.
The Adventures of Clint and MacThe Adventures of Clint and Mac · 1957
The Adventures of Clint and Mac
6.01957
Series
The Adventures of Clint and Mac is a 1957 television serial that aired on ABC as part of the third season of The Mickey Mouse Club.
The New Adventures of Spin and MartyThe New Adventures of Spin and Marty · 1957
The New Adventures of Spin and Marty
6.01957
SeriesWesternFamily
The boys (and girls) are back for another summer of ranch life.
Adventure in DairylandAdventure in Dairyland · 1956
Adventure in Dairyland
8.01956
Series
Adventure in Dairyland is a television serial that aired in 1956 on ABC as part of the second season of The Mickey Mouse Club. The serial starred Mouseketeer Annette Funicello and Sammy Ogg of Spin and Marty and featured Kevin Corcoran in his first Walt Disney production.
Corky and White ShadowCorky and White Shadow · 1956
Corky and White Shadow
6.51956
SeriesWestern
Mickey Mouse Club serial starring Mouseketeer Darlene Gillespie.