Ben Sharpsteen

Ben Sharpsteen

Deceased · Born: Nov 4, 1895 · Died: Dec 20, 1980

Personal Details

BornNov 4, 1895 Tacoma, Washington, USA

Biography

Ben Sharpsteen, a renowned director and producer, embarked on his life's journey on November 4, 1895, in the picturesque city of Tacoma, Washington, USA. This remarkable individual left an indelible mark on the world of animation, with a slew of iconic films to his credit. His most notable works include the beloved classics Dumbo (1941),Pinocchio (1940),and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937),which continue to captivate audiences to this day.

As his remarkable career spanned decades, Sharpsteen's artistic vision and creative genius continued to evolve, leaving an enduring legacy in the world of animation. Despite his passing on December 20, 1980, in Santa Rosa, California, USA, his remarkable body of work remains a testament to his innovative spirit and unwavering dedication to his craft.

Career

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2023
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1980
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1959
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1958
Ama Girls
Ama Girls as Director
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1957
Lapland
Lapland as Director
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Portugal
Portugal as Director
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1956
Samoa
Samoa as Director
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Sardinia
Sardinia as Director
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1952
Water Birds
Water Birds as Director
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1942
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The New Spirit
The New Spirit as Director
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1941
Dumbo
Dumbo as Director
{"id":4147,"title":"Fantasia","year":"1940","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fantasia","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/27h6to47dkig.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/27h6to47dkig.jpg"},"released":1}
1940
Fantasia
Fantasia as Director
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Pinocchio
Pinocchio as Director
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1938
Boat Builders
Boat Builders as Director
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Polar Trappers
Polar Trappers as Director
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The Fox Hunt
The Fox Hunt as Director
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{"id":72947,"title":"Don Donald","year":"1937","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/don-donald","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72947.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72947.jpg"},"released":1}
1937
Don Donald
Don Donald as Director
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Moose Hunters
Moose Hunters as Director
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The Worm Turns
The Worm Turns as Director
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{"id":72905,"title":"Clock Cleaners","year":"1937","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/clock-cleaners","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72905.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72905.jpg"},"released":1}
Clock Cleaners
Clock Cleaners as Director
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{"id":73325,"title":"Moving Day","year":"1936","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/moving-day-1936","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73325.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73325.jpg"},"released":1}
1936
Moving Day
Moving Day as Director
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{"id":73318,"title":"Orphans' Picnic","year":"1936","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/orphans-picnic-1936","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73318.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73318.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":73377,"title":"Donald and Pluto","year":"1936","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/donald-and-pluto","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73377.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73377.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":73753,"title":"Broken Toys","year":"1935","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/broken-toys","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73753.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73753.jpg"},"released":1}
1935
Broken Toys
Broken Toys as Director
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On Ice
On Ice as Director
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{"id":73720,"title":"Cock o' the Walk","year":"1935","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cock-o-the-walk-1935","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73720.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73720.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":83337,"title":"Mickey's Service Station","year":"1935","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mickeys-service-station-1935","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_83337.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_83337.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":74151,"title":"Two-Gun Mickey","year":"1934","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/two-gun-mickey","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_74151.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_74151.jpg"},"released":1}
1934
Two-Gun Mickey
Two-Gun Mickey as Director