William Dear

William Dear

William Dear (born November 30, 1944) is a Canadian-born American film and television director, producer and writer. He holds a degree in Art and Theater from Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, USA. He is known for directing the films Angels in the Outfield and Harry and the Hendersons.

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William Dear Movies

Discover the best movies directed by William Dear. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated William Dear films ranked by score.

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Harry and the Hendersons (1987)

Comedy Drama Family
A routine drive home from a hunting trip takes a sharp turn for the Henderson family when their station wagon collides with something enormous on a wooded road. Convinced they...
Score 6.1
2

Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann (1982)

Science Fiction Western
Dirt-bike champion Lyle Swann is mid-race through the desert when an experimental time experiment accidentally drops him into 1877. The locals have never seen a motorcycle, and a gang of...
Score 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the highest-rated movies directed by William Dear? +
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by William Dear are Harry and the Hendersons and Timerider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann.
How many movies and TV shows has William Dear directed? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles directed by William Dear, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies directed by William Dear worth watching? +
Yes! The overall filmography directed by William Dear maintains a strong average user rating of 5.7 out of 10 across all tracked titles.