Herbert J. Leder
Profile info
Known forWriting
GenderNot specified
Birthday15 August 1912
Died14 August 1983 (age 70)
Place of birthNew York City, New York, United States
Known credits9
Biography
Herbert J. Leder was an American film director, producer, and screenwriter, recognized for his work in the horror and thriller genres during the 1960s. Born in New York City, Leder began his career in television, producing shows such as Captain Video, The Loretta Young Show, and Meet the Press. He transitioned to film direction and writing, with notable works including Fiend Without a Face (1958), Pretty Boy Floyd (1960), The Frozen Dead (1966), and It! (1967). Leder's films often explored themes of horror and suspense, contributing to the genre's development during that era. In addition to hi…

Doomsday Machine
1972 · Director

The Candy Man
1969 · Director

The Candy Man
1969 · Producer

The Candy Man
1969 · Adaptation

It!
1967 · Screenplay

It!
1967 · Director

It!
1967 · Story

It!
1967 · Producer

The Frozen Dead
1966 · Producer

The Frozen Dead
1966 · Writer

The Frozen Dead
1966 · Director

The Child Molester
1964 · Director

The Shoplifter
1964 · Screenplay

The Shoplifter
1964 · Director

The Child Molester
1964 · Screenplay

Nine Miles to Noon
1963 · Director

Pretty Boy Floyd
1960 · Director

Pretty Boy Floyd
1960 · Writer

Fiend Without a Face
1958 · Screenplay
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