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Robert Youngson

American film director (1917-1974) · United States · On the map · Directors · Died at 56

Robert Youngson was a film producer, director, and screenwriter, specializing in reviving antique silent films.

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A typical day, 30 days to 17 June 2026

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1974Died8 April 197419704 ClownsFilm, Director1967The Further Perils of Laurel and HardyFilm, Director, Writer1965Laurel and Hardy's Laughing 20'sFilm, Director196330 Years of FunFilm, Director, Writer1961Days of Thrills and LaughterFilm, Director, Writer1960When Comedy Was KingFilm, Director, Writer1957The Golden Age of ComedyFilm, Director1955Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film, One-ReelAwardGadgets GaloreFilm, 1955Director, Writer1954They Were ChampionsFilm, Director1953Magic Movie MomentsFilm, Director, Writer1952Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film, One-ReelAwardLook at Life: Lighter than AirFilm, 1952Director1950Blaze BustersFilm, Director1949Spills and ChillsFilm, Director, Writer1948Roaring WheelsFilm, Director1917Born27 November 1917

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41 credits on file

Awards

Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film, One-Reel1955
Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film, One-Reel1952

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Directors
Type
Movie Director
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1917 to 1974 · aged 56

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