Ted Post
Biography
Ted Post was a male American director born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA on March 31, 1918. He started his career in show business in 1938 working as an usher at Loew's Pitkin Theater. Post taught Acting and Drama at New York's High School of Performing Arts in 1950, persuading his friend Sidney Lumet to do likewise. He directed episodes of several well-known series, including Gunsmoke, Perry Mason, Wagon Train, and Rawhide. Post's directing career spanned multiple decades, with a total of 84 known credits. He passed away on August 20, 2013, at the age of 95.
Career overview
Ted Post began his career in show business in 1938, initially working as an usher at Loew's Pitkin Theater. He later turned to directing summer theater and taught Acting and Drama at New York's High School of Performing Arts in 1950, persuading his friend Sidney Lumet to do likewise. This experience in the theater led to Post's work in television from the early 1950s.
Post directed episodes of several well-known series, including Gunsmoke, Perry Mason, Wagon Train, Rawhide, and The Twilight Zone. His work in television demonstrates his versatility and ability to adapt to different genres and styles. Post's experience in directing television series likely contributed to his success in the industry.
Throughout his career, Ted Post directed a significant number of episodes, with a total of 84 known credits. This extensive body of work showcases his dedication to the craft of directing and his ability to work effectively in a variety of settings.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
87 titles- From Alpha to Omega: Building a Sequel (2008) as Self
- Dirty Harry: The Original (2001) as Self - Filmmaker
- 4 Faces (2001) Director
- 4 Faces (2001) Producer
- Burt Lancaster: Daring to Reach (1996) as Self
- Clint Eastwood: The Man from Malpaso (1994) as Self
- The Human Shield (1992) Director
- Grace Kelly: The American Princess (1987) as Self
- Grace Kelly: The American Princess (1987) Thanks
- Stagecoach (1986) Director
- Cagney and Lacey: The Pilot (1981) Director
- Beyond Westworld (1980) Director
- B.A.D. Cats (1980) Director
- Nightkill (1980) Director
- The Girls in the Office (1979) Director
- Diary of a Teenage Hitchhiker (1979) Director
- Go Tell the Spartans (1978) Director
- Good Guys Wear Black (1978) Director
- Future Cop (1977) Director
- Rich Man, Poor Man - Book II (1976) Director
- Ark II (1976) Director
- Baretta (1975) Director
- Whiffs (1975) Director
- Magnum Force (1973) Director
- The Harrad Experiment (1973) Director
- The Baby (1973) Director
- The Hero Cop: Yesterday and Today (1973) as Self
- Sandcastles (1972) Director
- The Bravos (1972) Director
- Columbo (1971) Director
- Monty Nash (1971) Director
- Do Not Fold, Spindle, or Mutilate (1971) Director
- Yuma (1971) Director
- Five Desperate Women (1971) Director
- Dr. Cook's Garden (1971) Director
- Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970) Director
- Night Slaves (1970) Director
- Bracken's World (1969) Director
- Hang 'em High (1968) Director
- Peyton Place (1964) Director
- Channing (1963) Director
- The Virginian (1962) Director
- Combat! (1962) Director
- The Wide Country (1962) Director
- The Defenders (1961) Director
- Alcoa Premiere (1961) Director
- Bus Stop (1961) Director
- Kraft Mystery Theatre (1961) Director
- Follow the Sun (1961) Director
- Thriller (1960) Director
- Route 66 (1960) Director
- The Tall Man (1960) Director
- The Westerner (1960) Director
- The Best of the Post (1960) Director
- The Twilight Zone (1959) Director
- Rawhide (1959) Director
- Laramie (1959) Director
- The Detectives (1959) Director
- Startime (1959) Director
- Startime (1959) Writer
- Law of the Plainsman (1959) Director
- The Legend of Tom Dooley (1959) Director
- You'll Never See Me Again (1959) Director
- The Rifleman (1958) Director
- Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (1958) Director
- Steve Canyon (1958) Director
- Perry Mason (1957) Director
- Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1957) Director
- Tombstone Territory (1957) Director
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) Director
- West Point (1956) Director
- Armchair Theatre (1956) Director
- White Corridors (1956) Director
- The Peacemaker (1956) Director
- Gunsmoke (1955) Director
- The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955) Director
- Screen Director's Playhouse (1955) Director
- Waterfront (1954) Director
- Medic (1954) Director
- Meet Mr. McNutley (1953) Director
- General Electric Theater (1953) Director
- The Ford Television Theatre (1952) Director
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) Director
- The Great Merlini (1951) Director
- Studio One (1948) Director
- Ford Theatre (1948) Director
- Emergency Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ted Post best known for?
Ted Post is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Stagecoach (1986), Beyond Westworld (1980), B.A.D. Cats (1980), Go Tell the Spartans (1978).
When and where was Ted Post born?
Ted Post was born on March 31, 1918 in New York, New York. They passed away on August 20, 2013.
How many credits does Ted Post have?
Ted Post has accumulated over 87 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 2008.
What is Ted Post's background in cinema and television?
Ted Post was a male American director born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA on March 31, 1918. He started his career in show business in 1938 working as an usher at Loew's Pitkin Theater. Post taught Acting and Drama at New York's High School of Performing Arts in 1950, persuading his friend Sidney Lumet to do...