Mark Rydell, a renowned filmmaker and talented thespian, entered the world on March 23, 1929, in the bustling metropolis of New York City, New York, USA. With a career spanning numerous decades, he has left an indelible mark on the cinematic world, directing iconic films such as The Long Goodbye (1973),On Golden Pond (1981),and Hollywood Ending (2002). Throughout his life, he has been blessed with two loving marriages, first to the beautiful Esther Jacobs and later to the lovely Joanne Linville.
Personal Details
BornMar 23, 1929 New York City, New York, USA
Spouse
Esther Jacobs
( Apr 15, 1984 to Dec 31, 1969 )Joanne Linville
( Nov 25, 1962 to Jul 1, 1973 )
Parents
- Evelyn Rydell
- Sidney Rydell
Relatives
- Maggie Wagner (Niece or Nephew)
- Andrew Wagner (Niece or Nephew)
- Judy Wagner (Sibling)
- Emily Wagner (Niece or Nephew)
- Austen Rydell (Grandchild)
Biography
Career
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2021

Senior Entourage as Mark
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2017

Chicanery as Jack Sobel
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2011

Good Men as Marcus
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2002

Hollywood Ending as Al
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2001

James Dean as Jack Warner
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2000

A Man Is Mostly Water as Distributor
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1990

Havana as Meyer Lansky
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1988

Punchline as Romeo
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1973

The Long Goodbye as Marty Augustine
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Cinderella Liberty as Gutteral Mischief (as Marty Augustine)
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1960

Wanted: Dead or Alive as Tom Adams
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1956

Crime in the Streets as Lou Macklin
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1954
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2016
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2014
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2012
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2010
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2009
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2005
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2006

Even Money as Director
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2001

James Dean as Director
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1994

Intersection as Director
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1991

For the Boys as Director
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1984

The River as Director
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1981

On Golden Pond as Director
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1979

The Rose as Director
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1976

Harry and Walter Go to New York as Director
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1973

Cinderella Liberty as Director
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1972

The Cowboys as Director
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1969

The Reivers as Director
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1967

The Fox as Director
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2007

Masters of Science Fiction as Creator