William A. Seiter

William A. Seiter

June 10, 1890

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia William A. Seiter (June 10, 1890 - July 26, 1964) was an American film director. He was born in New York City. After attending Hudson River Military Academy, Seiter broke into films in 1915 as a bit player at Mack Sennett's Keystone Studios, doubling a cowboy.…

Known For

16 titles
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Sons of the Desert

Sons of the Desert

1933 · 1h 8m · Movie

When Stan and Ollie trick their wives into thinking that they are taking a medicinal cruise while they're actually going to a convention, the wives find out the truth the hard way.

7.5
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The Little Princess

The Little Princess

1939 · 1h 33m · Movie

A little girl is left by her father in an exclusive seminary for girls while he fights in the Second Boer War. Later, after he is presumed dead, she is forced to become a servant.

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You Were Never Lovelier

You Were Never Lovelier

1942 · 1h 37m · Movie

In Buenos Aires, a man who has decreed that his daughters must marry in order of age allows an American dancer to perform at his club under the condition that he play suitor to his second-oldest daughter.

7.2
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Roberta

Roberta

1935 · 1h 46m · Movie

An American jazzman and his buddy woo a Russian princess and a fake countess in Paris.

7.0
5
If I Had a Million

If I Had a Million

1932 · 1h 28m · Movie

A dying tycoon gives million-dollar windfalls to eight people picked from the city directory.

6.9
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One Touch of Venus

One Touch of Venus

1948 · 1h 22m · Movie

Fantasy comedy about a young window dresser who kisses a statue of Venus, which then comes to life in the form of Ava Gardner. However, the problems begin when Venus falls in love with him.

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A Lady Takes a Chance

A Lady Takes a Chance

1943 · 1h 26m · Movie

Facing forty, a NYC spinster on a bus tour of the West encounters a handsome rodeo cowboy who helps her forget her unsuitable city suitors.

6.3
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Hot Saturday

Hot Saturday

1932 · 1h 13m · Movie

A pretty but virtuous small-town bank clerk is the victim of a vicious rumor from an unsuccessful suitor that she spent the night with a notorious womanizer.

6.5
9
The Richest Girl in the World

The Richest Girl in the World

1934 · 1h 16m · Movie

An heiress switches places with her secretary in order to find a man who will love her for who she is and not for her money.

6.3
10
Chance at Heaven

Chance at Heaven

1933 · 1h 11m · Movie

An ambitious mechanic is tempted to desert his wonderful girlfriend when a silly but rich debutante falls for him.

6.0
11
Why Be Good?

Why Be Good?

1929 · 1h 24m · Movie

A flapper with a dubious reputation enjoys a vivacious night of dancing and finds herself romantically linked to her boss.

7.2
12
Nice Girl?

Nice Girl?

1941 · 1h 31m · Movie

A young girl finds herself attracted to one of her father's business partners.

6.6
13
Make Haste to Live

Make Haste to Live

1954 · 1h 30m · Movie

After serving 18 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit, a mobster is paroled and returns to a New Mexico town to exact his revenge on the woman responsible for his conviction.

5.9
14
Skinner's Dress Suit

Skinner's Dress Suit

1926 · 1h 10m · Movie

Honey Skinner is proud of her successful husband. When he tells her he's asking for a raise, she knows he'll get it. He asks his boss just as their big client announces he's not renewing his contract. He doesn't get the raise, but...

7.0
15
What Happened to Jones?

What Happened to Jones?

1926 · 1h 10m · Movie

On the night before his wedding, a young man plays poker with friends. When the game is raided by the police, he escapes into a Turkish bath on ladies night, ending up disguised in drag and with difficult explanations to make.

6.6
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Thanks for Everything

Thanks for Everything

1938 · 1h 10m · Movie

Promoters set up a radio contest to find the average American and use him to sell food, apparel and notions. All goes well until he falls in love with a girl who upsets things.

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