About

Known credits:
19
Birthday:
1912-08-15
Place of birth:
New York City, New York, United States
Website:
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Herbert J. Leder

Overview

Herbert J. Leder was an American film director, producer, and screenwriter, recognized for his work in the horror and thriller genres during the 1960s. Born in New York City, Leder began his career in television, producing shows such as Captain Video, The Loretta Young Show, and Meet the Press. He transitioned to film direction and writing, with notable works including Fiend Without a Face (1958), Pretty Boy Floyd (1960), The Frozen Dead (1966), and It! (1967). Leder's films often explored themes of horror and suspense, contributing to the genre's development during that era. In addition to his filmmaking career, he taught Cinematography and Film Theory at Jersey City State College (now New Jersey City University), influencing a generation of aspiring filmmakers.

Known for

Directing
1972 Doomsday Machine Directing Director 57
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1969 The Candy Man Directing Director 58
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1967 It! Directing Director 58
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1966 The Frozen Dead Directing Director 58
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1964 The Shoplifter Directing Director N/A
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1964 The Child Molester Directing Director 58
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1963 Nine Miles to Noon Directing Director 58
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1960 Pretty Boy Floyd Directing Director 58
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Writing
1969 The Candy Man Writing Adaptation 58
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1967 It! Writing Screenplay 58
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1967 It! Writing Story 58
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1966 The Frozen Dead Writing Writer 58
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1964 The Shoplifter Writing Screenplay N/A
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1964 The Child Molester Writing Screenplay 58
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1960 Pretty Boy Floyd Writing Writer 58
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1958 Fiend Without a Face Writing Screenplay 58
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Production
1969 The Candy Man Production Producer 58
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1967 It! Production Producer 58
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1966 The Frozen Dead Production Producer 58
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