Director

Billy Wilder Movies and TV Series

Billy Wilder, born Samuel Wilder; (22 June 1906 - 27 March 2002) was an Austrian-born director, screenwriter and producer who is regarded as one of the most successful filmmakers of Hollywood's golden age. Today he is best known for his comedies, although he also directed dramas and film noirs. Wilder is one of only five people who have won Academy Awards as producer, director, and writer for the same film (The Apartment).

Born

June 22, 1906

Died

March 27, 2002

Place

Sucha, Galicia, Austria-Hungary

Known for

Directing