Alfred Hitchcock

Sir Alfred Joseph Hitchcock, KBE (13 August 1899 – 29 April 1980) was an English film director and producer. He pioneered many techniques in the suspense and psychological thriller genres. After a successful career in British cinema in both silent films and early talkies, Hitchcock moved to Hollywood. On 19 April 1955, he became an American citizen while remaining a British subject. Over a career spanning more than half a century, Hitchcock fashi... More

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  • Aug 13, 1899

Date of death:

  • Apr 29, 1980 (age 80 years)

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  • 1.702 m (5.584 ft )

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  • Alfred Joseph Hitchcock,
  • Hitchcock, Alfred,
  • Hitch,
  • The Master of Suspense,
  • Sir Alfred Hitchcock,
  • Sir Alfred Joseph Hitchcock

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Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Alfred Hitchcock Presents is an American television anthology series hosted by Alfred Hitchcock. The series featured dramas, thrillers, and mysteries. By the premiere of the show on October 2, 1955, Hitchcock had been directing films for over three decades. Time magazine named Alfred Hitchcock...

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