Arthur Lubin
Biography
Arthur Lubin was born in Los Angeles, California, USA on July 25, 1898. He created his own film and music studio, Lubin Studios, in the 1920s. Lubin acted in silent films in the later half of the decade. He directed several films, including Buck Privates, In the Navy, Hold That Ghost, Keep 'Em Flying, Ride 'Em Cowboy, Phantom of the Opera, and Rhubarb. Lubin also directed TV series, including Mr. Ed. Lubin Studios was his own film and music studio. Lubin directed films in the 1940s and 1950s. He passed away on May 12, 1995. Lubin was a male film director and producer.
Career overview
Arthur Lubin was a film director and producer who directed several films in the early 20th century. He directed a series of films starring Abbott and Costello, including Buck Privates, In the Navy, Hold That Ghost, Keep 'Em Flying, and Ride 'Em Cowboy. These films were released between 1941 and 1942.
Lubin's directing career also included the 1943 film Phantom of the Opera, which was a commercial success. Another notable film directed by Lubin is Rhubarb, a 1951 film about a cat that inherits a baseball team. The film's success at the box office is notable, although specific details about its performance are not available.
Throughout his career, Lubin directed a total of 86 films and television shows. His work in the film industry spanned several decades, and he is best known for his collaborations with Abbott and Costello and his work on the television series Mr. Ed, although the latter is not mentioned in the provided information about his film directing career.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
89 titles- Weekend Special (1977) Director
- Rain for a Dusty Summer (1971) Director
- The Pruitts of Southampton (1966) Director
- Hold On! (1966) Director
- The Addams Family (1964) Director
- The Incredible Mr. Limpet (1964) Director
- Mister Ed (1961) Director
- Mister Ed (1961) Producer
- The Thief of Baghdad (1961) Director
- New Comedy Showcase (1960) Director
- Bonanza (1959) Director
- The Deputy (1959) Director
- 77 Sunset Strip (1958) Director
- Bronco (1958) Director
- Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (1958) Director
- The Ed Wynn Show (1958) Director
- Maverick (1957) Director
- Escapade in Japan (1957) Director
- Escapade in Japan (1957) Producer
- The First Traveling Saleslady (1956) Director
- The First Traveling Saleslady (1956) Producer
- Cheyenne (1955) Director
- Lady Godiva of Coventry (1955) Director
- Francis in the Navy (1955) Director
- Footsteps in the Fog (1955) Director
- Francis Joins the WACS (1954) Director
- Star of India (1954) Director
- South Sea Woman (1953) Director
- Francis Covers the Big Town (1953) Director
- Francis Goes to West Point (1952) Director
- It Grows on Trees (1952) Director
- Francis Goes to the Races (1951) Director
- Rhubarb (1951) Director
- Queen for a Day (1951) Director
- Francis (1950) Director
- Impact (1949) Director
- New Orleans (1947) Director
- Night in Paradise (1946) Director
- The Spider Woman Strikes Back (1946) Director
- Delightfully Dangerous (1945) Director
- Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (1944) Director
- To the People of the United States (1944) Director
- Phantom of the Opera (1943) Director
- White Savage (1943) Director
- Eagle Squadron (1942) Director
- Keeping Fit (1942) Director
- Buck Privates (1941) Director
- Hold That Ghost (1941) Director
- Ride 'Em Cowboy (1941) Director
- Keep 'Em Flying (1941) Director
- In the Navy (1941) Director
- Where Did You Get That Girl? (1941) Director
- Black Friday (1940) Director
- I'm Nobody's Sweetheart Now (1940) Director
- San Francisco Docks (1940) Director
- Gangs of Chicago (1940) Director
- Meet the Wildcat (1940) Director
- Who Killed Aunt Maggie? (1940) Director
- Risky Business (1939) Director
- The Big Guy (1939) Director
- Big Town Czar (1939) Director
- Mickey the Kid (1939) Director
- Call a Messenger (1939) Director
- Midnight Intruder (1938) Director
- Secrets of a Nurse (1938) Director
- Prison Break (1938) Director
- The Beloved Brat (1938) Director
- Newsboys' Home (1938) Director
- Adventure's End (1937) Director
- Idol of the Crowds (1937) Director
- I Cover the War! (1937) Director
- California Straight Ahead (1937) Director
- The House of a Thousand Candles (1936) Director
- Mysterious Crossing (1936) Director
- Yellowstone (1936) Director
- Honeymoon Limited (1935) Director
- Great God Gold (1935) Director
- Two Sinners (1935) Director
- Frisco Waterfront (1935) Director
- A Successful Failure (1934) Director
- She Done Him Wrong (1933) Production Assistant
- Eyes of the Underworld (1929) as Gang Leader
- Times Square (1929)
- The Wedding March (1928) as Mountain Guide
- The Bushranger (1928) as Arthur
- Afraid to Love (1927) as Rafael
- Bardelys the Magnificent (1926) as King Louis XIII
- Millionaires (1926) as Lew
- His People (1925) as Morris Cominsky
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Arthur Lubin best known for?
Arthur Lubin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Weekend Special (1977), The Pruitts of Southampton (1966), The Addams Family (1964), The Incredible Mr. Limpet (1964).
When and where was Arthur Lubin born?
Arthur Lubin was born on July 25, 1898 in Los Angeles, California, USA. They passed away on May 12, 1995.
How many credits does Arthur Lubin have?
Arthur Lubin has accumulated over 89 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1925 to 1977.
What is Arthur Lubin's background in cinema and television?
Arthur Lubin was born in Los Angeles, California, USA on July 25, 1898. He created his own film and music studio, Lubin Studios, in the 1920s. Lubin acted in silent films in the later half of the decade. He directed several films, including Buck Privates, In the Navy, Hold That Ghost, Keep 'Em Flying, Ride 'Em Cowboy, ...