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Herbert J. Leder

Herbert J. Leder

Known For Writing
Birthday Aug 15, 1912
Died Aug 14, 1983 (70)
Birthplace New York City, New York, United States
Popularity 0.2 (history)
Updated Dec 21, 2025
Entry Date Apr 13, 2024
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Biography

Herbert J. Leder was an American film director, producer, and screenwriter, recognized for his work in the horror and thriller genres during the 1960s. Born in New York City, Leder began his career in television, producing shows such as Captain Video, The Loretta Young Show, and Meet the Press. He t ... ransitioned to film direction and writing, with notable works including Fiend Without a Face (1958), Pretty Boy Floyd (1960), The Frozen Dead (1966), and It! (1967). Leder's films often explored themes of horror and suspense, contributing to the genre's development during that era. In addition to his filmmaking career, he taught Cinematography and Film Theory at Jersey City State College (now New Jersey City University), influencing a generation of aspiring filmmakers.

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The Candy Man

The Candy Man

1969

Adaptation

It!

It!

1967

Screenplay, Story

The Frozen Dead

The Frozen Dead

1966

Writer

The Child Molester

The Child Molester

1964

Screenplay

Pretty Boy Floyd

Pretty Boy Floyd

1960

Writer

Fiend Without a Face

Fiend Without a Face

1958

Screenplay

Doomsday Machine

Doomsday Machine

1972

Director

The Candy Man

The Candy Man

1969

Director

It!

It!

1967

Director

The Frozen Dead

The Frozen Dead

1966

Director

The Child Molester

The Child Molester

1964

Director

Nine Miles to Noon

Nine Miles to Noon

1963

Director

Pretty Boy Floyd

Pretty Boy Floyd

1960

Director

The Candy Man

The Candy Man

1969

Producer

It!

It!

1967

Producer

The Frozen Dead

The Frozen Dead

1966

Producer

Organization Category Movie
Television Credits

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