Franklin J. Schaffner
Franklin James Schaffner (May 30, 1920 – July 2, 1989) was an American director. He won the Academy Award for Best Director for Patton (1970), and is also known for the films Planet of the Apes (1968), Nicholas and Alexandra (1971), Papillon (1973), and The Boys from Brazil (1978). He served as President of the Directors Guild of America between 1987 and 1989.
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Franklin J. Schaffner Movies
Discover the best movies directed by Franklin J. Schaffner. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated Franklin J. Schaffner films ranked by score.
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Planet of the Apes (1968)
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Astronaut Taylor crash lands on a distant planet ruled by apes who use a primitive race of humans for experimentation and sport. Soon Taylor finds himself among the hunted, his...
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7.7
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-rated movies directed by Franklin J. Schaffner?
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by Franklin J. Schaffner are Planet of the Apes.
How many movies and TV shows has Franklin J. Schaffner directed?
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 1 titles directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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Yes! The overall filmography directed by Franklin J. Schaffner maintains a strong average user rating of 7.7 out of 10 across all tracked titles.