Director Wallace Fox, a cinematic figure somewhat relegated to the annals of time, has managed to cultivate a loyal following for his eclectic filmography. Despite the scarcity of information surrounding his life, it is known that Fox was born on March 9, 1895, in Purcell, Oklahoma, and began his directing career during the silent era, with his inaugural film being the 1927 production of "The Bandit's Son".
Throughout his career, Fox primarily focused on producing "B" films for smaller studios, including the notorious "Poverty Row" outfit Monogram Pictures. His notable collaborations with legendary actors such as Bela Lugosi, in films like "Bowery at Midnight" (1942) and "The Corpse Vanishes" (1942),as well as Lon Chaney Jr. in "Pillow of Death" (1945),for Universal, showcase his versatility as a director.
Fox also worked extensively with the East Side Kids, a troupe of juvenile performers, exclusively for Monogram Pictures. Additionally, he was prolific in the realm of low-budget westerns, directing numerous films for various studios, including RKO and Universal.
As the demand for "B" pictures began to wane in the 1950s, Fox transitioned to episodic television, directing his final film, "Montana Desperado", in 1951. He continued to work in television, concluding his directing career with the 1954 production of "Bull's Eye" before retiring.
Sadly, Wallace Fox passed away on June 30, 1958, at the age of 63, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated and prolific director of "B" films and television.
