Direction: William Clemens

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by William Clemens. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


The Thirteenth Hour

1947 · Movie · 65 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Richard Dix · Karen Morley · John Kellogg · Jim Bannon

Synopsis The Thirteenth Hour (1947) follows Steve Reynolds, a truck-firm owner who finds himself entangled in a bitter rivalry with a competing company. Shortly after, he is attacked by a mysterious assailant wearing a mask, who steals his truck. The situation...

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Direction William Clemens

Cast Warren William · Claire Dodd · Wini Shaw · Bill Elliott

Synopsis The Case of the Velvet Claws (1936) follows the newlywed adventures of Perry and Della, who are married by Perry's old friend, Judge Mary. Their honeymoon plans are abruptly interrupted when Perry is hired by a mysterious woman wielding a...

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Calling Philo Vance

1940 · Movie · 62 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast James Stephenson · Margot Stevenson · Henry O'Neill · Edward Brophy

Synopsis Calling Philo Vance (1940) follows the renowned detective Philo Vance as he navigates a complex web of espionage and murder. While stationed in Vienna on a mission for the US Government to investigate whether Archer Coe is selling aircraft designs...

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She Couldn't Say No

1940 · Movie · 62 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Roger Pryor · Eve Arden · Cliff Edwards · Clem Bevans

Synopsis She Couldn't Say No (1940) follows the story of Wally, a lawyer who is eager to take on a new job when he is tasked with purchasing a lake and the surrounding 1,000 acres for Trans Atlantic Airlines. However, his...

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The Law in Her Hands

1936 · Movie · 58 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Margaret Lindsay · Glenda Farrell · Warren Hull · Lyle Talbot

Synopsis The Law in Her Hands (1936) follows the journey of two inexperienced lawyers, Mary and 'Dot', who launch their own legal practice with optimism and ambition. However, as months pass, their financial situation deteriorates, leading Mary to accept a job...

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Once a Doctor

1937 · Movie · 57 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Jean Muir · Donald Woods · Gordon Oliver · Joe King

Synopsis Once a Doctor (1937) follows the intense rivalry between two ambitious young physicians, Steven and Jerry, who are not only competing for professional success but also vying for the affection of Paula Norland. When Jerry makes a critical error, he...

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Direction William Clemens

Cast Robert Preston · Ellen Drew · Nils Asther · Clarence Kolb

Synopsis The Night of January 16th (1941) centers around a trio of individuals: industrialist Bjorn Faulkner, who faces scrutiny from his board over a vanished $20,000,000; Kit Lane, his secretary with a personal stake in the matter; and Steve Van Ruyle,...

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Crime by Night

1944 · Movie · 72 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Jane Wyman · Jerome Cowan · Faye Emerson · Charles Lang Jr.

Synopsis Crime by Night (1944) follows the dynamic duo of Detective Sam Campbell and his lively partner Robby Vance as they are initially summoned to mediate a seemingly ordinary child support disagreement. However, their involvement takes a dramatic shift when the...

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Direction William Clemens

Cast Bonita Granville · Frankie Thomas · John Litel · Frank Orth

Synopsis Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase (1939) follows the adventures of Nancy Drew as she assists a pair of elderly sisters in navigating the intricate requirements of their late father's will. However, the situation becomes more complex when their chauffeur...

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Direction William Clemens

Cast Bonita Granville · John Litel · Frankie Thomas · Dickie Jones

Synopsis Nancy Drew... Reporter (1939) follows the adventures of Nancy Drew, a tenacious young journalist working for her school's newspaper. When a young woman is accused of murder, Nancy Drew takes it upon herself to investigate the case. Through her keen...

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Devil's Island

1939 · Movie · 62 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Boris Karloff · Nedda Harrigan · James Stephenson · Adia Kuznetzoff

Synopsis Devil's Island (1939) follows the story of esteemed neurosurgeon Dr. Gaudet, who is banished to the notorious French penal colony on Devil's Island for aiding a wounded revolutionary. Facing the harsh and inhumane conditions of the island, Gaudet defies the...

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Man Hunt

1936 · Movie · 60 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Ricardo Cortez · Marguerite Churchill · Charles Sale · William Gargan

Synopsis Man Hunt (1936) follows Jane, a schoolteacher who finds her quiet life in Coasterville monotonous. To spice things up, she regales her students with tales of the legendary Dalton Boys and the James Gang. Her world takes an unexpected turn...

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The Footloose Heiress

1937 · Movie · 59 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Craig Reynolds · Ann Sheridan · Anne Nagel · William Hopper

Synopsis The Footloose Heiress (1937) follows the tale of a wealthy young woman who attempts to run away with a man of questionable character. Their plans are interrupted by an appealing vagabond, who intervenes to prevent the ill-suited union. The girl's...

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The Falcon in Danger

1943 · Movie · 69 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Tom Conway · Jean Brooks · Elaine Shepard · Amelita Ward

Synopsis The Falcon in Danger (1943) follows the mysterious vanishing of two prominent industrialists from a mid-flight airplane, along with a substantial sum of $100,000. The Falcon, a renowned detective, takes on the case and delves into the circumstances surrounding their...

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Direction William Clemens

Cast Bonita Granville · Frankie Thomas · John Litel · Aldrich Bowker

Synopsis Nancy Drew... Trouble Shooter (1939) follows the story of Nancy Drew as she steps in to assist her father, a lawyer, when a close family friend is wrongfully accused of murder in a small, rural town. Alongside her boyfriend Ted,...

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Night in New Orleans

1942 · Movie · 75 min. · United States

Direction William Clemens

Cast Preston Foster · Albert Dekker · Patricia Morison · Charles Butterworth

Synopsis Night in New Orleans (1942) follows the intricate tale of police lieutenant Steve Abbott, who finds himself entangled in a perplexing murder investigation. As he meticulously gathers and analyzes the evidence, Steve reaches a disturbing realization: his own wife, Ethel...

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