Lee H. Katzin
DirectingAbout Lee H. Katzin
Lee H. Katzin (April 12, 1935 – October 30, 2002) was an American film director. He was born in Detroit, Michigan and became a TV director in the late 1960s for TV shows that included Bonanza, Mission: Impossible and Police Story. He also directed the 1971 feature film Le Mans. Starting in 1969, he did an array of theatrical films starting with Heaven with a Gun and other films like The Break and the cult classic What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice? In 1972, he directed the film The Salzburg Connection, which starred Barry Newman and Anna Karina. In 1975, he directed the launch episode "Breakaway", and other early episodes, of the Gerry Anderson live-action series Space: 1999. He also directed the pilots for the television series Man from Atlantis and Spenser: For Hire. He was primarily known as a prolific episodic television director, and he worked on series such as MacGyver, Police Story, The Young Riders, and Mission Impossible.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lee H. Katzin reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Lee H. Katzin's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lee H. Katzin remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lee H. Katzin Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lee H. Katzin's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lee H. Katzin.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
Lee H. Katzin - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lee H. Katzin?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee H. Katzin is "Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Lee H. Katzin acted in?
Lee H. Katzin has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.