John Guillermin

John Guillermin

Deceased · Born: Nov 11, 1925 · Died: Sep 27, 2015

Personal Details

BornNov 11, 1925 London, England, UK
Spouse
  • Mary Guillermin

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Sep 28, 2015 )
  • Maureen Connell

    ( Jan 20, 1956 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

John Guillermin was born on November 11, 1925, a significant date that marked the beginning of a remarkable life, in the vibrant city of London, England, United Kingdom. This renowned director and writer would go on to leave an indelible mark on the film industry, his name becoming synonymous with cinematic excellence. His impressive body of work includes the blockbuster hit "The Towering Inferno" (1974),the stylish and suspenseful "Death on the Nile" (1978),and the iconic remake "King Kong" (1976). Throughout his illustrious career, Guillermin's passion for storytelling and his mastery of the craft earned him widespread recognition and acclaim.

In his personal life, Guillermin was married twice, first to Mary Guillermin and then to Maureen Connell. Despite the demands of his profession, he always managed to strike a balance between his work and his personal relationships.

Sadly, John Guillermin's life came to an end on September 27, 2015, at the age of 89, in Topanga Canyon, California, United States. His passing left a void in the film industry, but his legacy continues to inspire and influence new generations of filmmakers and movie enthusiasts alike.

Career

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1988
The Tracker
The Tracker as Director
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1986
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1984
Sheena
Sheena as Director
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1983
Sahara
Sahara as Director
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1981
Mr. Patman
Mr. Patman as Director
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1978
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1976
King Kong
King Kong as Director
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1974
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1973
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1972
Skyjacked
Skyjacked as Director
{"id":14414,"title":"El Condor","year":"1970","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/el-condor","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_14414.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_14414.jpg"},"released":1}
1970
El Condor
El Condor as Director
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1969
{"id":87334,"title":"House of Cards","year":"1968","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/house-of-cards-1968","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_87334.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_87334.jpg"},"released":1}
1968
House of Cards
House of Cards as Director
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P.J.
P.J. as Director
{"id":14979,"title":"The Blue Max","year":"1966","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-blue-max","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5ohdp1b8lim0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5ohdp1b8lim0.jpg"},"released":1}
1966
The Blue Max
The Blue Max as Director
{"id":10583,"title":"Rapture","year":"1965","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rapture","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_10583.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_10583.jpg"},"released":1}
1965
Rapture
Rapture as Director
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1964
Guns at Batasi
Guns at Batasi as Director
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1962
Tarzan Goes to India
Tarzan Goes to India as Director, Screenplay
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{"id":82301,"title":"The Day They Robbed the Bank of England","year":"1960","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-day-they-robbed-the-bank-of-england","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82301.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82301.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
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Never Let Go
Never Let Go as Director, Story
{"id":96313,"title":"Tarzan's Greatest Adventure","year":"1959","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tarzans-greatest-adventure-1959","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3s13bigur5rg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3s13bigur5rg.jpg"},"released":1}
1959
Tarzan's Greatest Adventure
Tarzan's Greatest Adventure as Director, Screenplay
{"id":94713,"title":"The Whole Truth","year":"1958","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-whole-truth","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94713.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94713.jpg"},"released":1}
1958
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{"id":173972,"title":"Town on Trial","year":"1957","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/town-on-trial","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173972.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173972.jpg"},"released":1}
1957
Town on Trial
Town on Trial as Director
{"id":67460,"title":"Adventure in the Hopfields","year":"1954","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/adventure-in-the-hopfields","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67460.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67460.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
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Shop Spoiled
Shop Spoiled as Director
{"id":174295,"title":"Operation Diplomat","year":"1953","job":"Director, Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/operation-diplomat","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174295.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174295.jpg"},"released":1}
1953
Operation Diplomat
Operation Diplomat as Director, Writer
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1952
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{"id":174476,"title":"Two on the Tiles","year":"1951","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/two-on-the-tiles","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174476.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174476.jpg"},"released":1}
1951
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Smart Alec
Smart Alec as Director
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Four Days
Four Days as Director