Director

James B. Clark

16 credited titles on WatchWise

James B. Clark was an American film editor and director known for his work in family and adventure films. Born in Stillwater, Minnesota, he began his career as a film editor in the 1930s, working on various projects before transitioning to directing in the 1950s. Clark directed several notable films, including The Sad Horse (1959) and Flipper (1963), the latter of which became a beloved family classic and spawned a television series. His work was characterized by a focus on family-friendly narratives and a talent for storytelling that appealed to audiences of all ages. Clark's contributions to family entertainment have left a lasting impact on the genre.

James B. Clark in one minute

Strongest genre

Horror

$127M · 100% hit rate

Biggest hit

Hide and Seek

$127M

Standout efficiency

5.0x

Flipper · gross ÷ budget

Commercial performance

Associated lifetime gross

$135M

Combined reported budget

$800.0B

Gross / budget

0.0x

Bankability Index

6 / 100

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