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Norman Taurog

Norman Taurog

Director & actor · born 23 February 1899 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

Norman Rae Taurog (February 23, 1899 - April 7, 1981) was an American film director and screenwriter. Between 1920 and 1968, Taurog directed over 140 films, and directed Elvis Presley in nine films, more movies than any other director. He won the 1931 Academy Award for Best Director for the film Skippy and held the record as the youngest director (32) to win for 86 years. He was later nominated for Best Director for the 1938 film, Boys Town. For his contribution to the motion picture industry, Norman Taurog has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 1600 Vine Street.

Where to start: Live a Little, Love a Little (1968).

As director 120

As actor 5

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Norman Taurog movie?

By viewer score, Live a Little, Love a Little (1968) at 5.5/10.

What are Norman Taurog’s most popular movies?

Blue Hawaii, Boys Town, G.I. Blues.

How many movies has Norman Taurog made?

125 films on TMDB, 120 as director, 5 as actor.

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