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William Nigh

William Nigh

Director·1881–1955·Berlin, Wisconsin, USA

5 horror credits

William Nigh (October 12, 1881 – November 27, 1955) was an American film director, writer, and actor. His film work sometimes lists him as either "Will Nigh" or "William Nye".

He was born in Berlin, Wisconsin.

His film career began with acting in 17 films in 1913 and 1914; he also directed one of these, Salomy Jane. He acted in 8 more films in the 1910s and two more in the 1920s, but directed a total of 119 films, the last in 1948. His film-writing credits numbered 18, mostly concentrated early in his career.

Director5 films

The Ghost and the Guest

The Ghost and the Guest

Director

1943
The Strange Case of Doctor Rx

The Strange Case of Doctor Rx

Director

1942
Black Dragons

Black Dragons

Director

1942
The Ape

The Ape

Director

1940
House of Mystery

House of Mystery

Director

1934