About William H. Cannon
Lived 1907 – 1990 (aged 83). William H. Cannon was an American film director, screenwriter and assistant director.
William Cannon (June 4, 1907 – November 14, 1990) was an American assistant director as well as a director. He was nominated for an Oscar in the dead category of Best Assistant Director at the 9th Academy Awards for the film Anthony Adverse
Selected filmography
Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo (1944) The Wizard of Oz (1939) Anthony Adverse (1936) The Honeymoon Express (1926)
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Who was William H. Cannon?
American film Director (1907–1990)
When was William H. Cannon born?
William H. Cannon was born on 4 June 1907 in Shasta County.
When did William H. Cannon die?
William H. Cannon died on 14 November 1990 in Siskiyou County.
What was William H. Cannon's occupation?
William H. Cannon was a film director, screenwriter and assistant director.
What nationality was William H. Cannon?
William H. Cannon was American.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: William H. Cannon
· DBpedia: William Cannon (director)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William H. Cannon. https://biography.guide/william-h-cannon/
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