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Felix E. Feist

Felix E. Feist

Director · born 28 February 1910 · New York City, New York, USA

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Felix E. Feist (February 28, 1910 - September 2, 1965) was a film and television director born in New York City. Feist was the son of MGM sales executive, Felix F. Fiest (1884–1936), and nephew of publishing house magnate, Leo Feist. He was educated at Columbia University. He is probably best remembered today for Deluge (1933), for writing and directing the film noirs The Devil Thumbs a Ride (1947) and The Threat (1949), and helming the second screen version of the Curt Siodmak sci-fi tale Donovan's Brain (1953). He directed Judy Garland and Deanna Durbin in their first significant screen appearances, in the short film Every Sunday. Feist was the adoptive father of noted fantasy author Raymond E. Feist.

Where to start: Pirates of Tripoli (1955).

As director 44

TV shows 3

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Felix E. Feist movie?

By viewer score, Pirates of Tripoli (1955) at 6.0/10.

What are Felix E. Feist’s most popular movies?

The Man Who Cheated Himself, Donovan's Brain, The Big Trees.

How many movies has Felix E. Feist made?

44 films on TMDB, 44 as director.

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