When was William Dear born?
William Dear was born on the 30th of November 1943, in Toronto, Ontario.
Questions about William Dear
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What films is William Dear known for directing?
William Dear is known for directing Harry and the Hendersons, If Looks Could Kill, Angels in the Outfield, Wild America, and Santa Who?
How did William Dear break into feature film directing?
William Dear worked as a second unit director for Paul Schrader on the films Blue Collar and Hardcore. He then directed his first major production, Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann, for Pacific Arts, after impressing founder Michael Nesmith with a musical short made for Nesmith's song "Rio."
What television series did William Dear direct episodes of?
William Dear directed episodes of Saturday Night Live, Television Parts, Amazing Stories, Dinosaurs, Covington Cross, and The Wannabes Starring Savvy.
Did William Dear ever act in the films he directed?
William Dear appeared onscreen in several of his own films, including as 3rd Technician in Timerider, Sighting Man in Harry and the Hendersons, Bomb Tester in If Looks Could Kill, and Toronto Manager in Angels in the Outfield.
Who is William Dear's son?
William Dear is the father of Oliver Dear, an actor and storyboard artist.