Walter Lantz

Born: 1899-04-27

Birthplace: New Rochelle, New York, USA

Biography

Walter Lantz (April 27, 1899 – March 22, 1994) was an American cartoonist, animator, producer and director best known for founding Walter Lantz Productions and creating Woody Woodpecker.

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Known For

Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp
Woody Woodpecker
Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein
The King of Ads
House of Frankenstein
Woody Woodpecker
The Reckless Driver
King of Jazz
Africa
Woody Dines Out

Top Movie Credits

House of Frankenstein Animation Director
King of Jazz Animation
Africa Director