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William Hannan Spier (October 16, 1906 – May 30, 1973) was an American writer, producer, and director for television and radio. He is best known for his radio work, notably Suspense and The Adventures of Sam Spade .
William Spier was born on 5 December 1906 in New York City, New York, USA. He was a producer and writer, known for The Untouchables (1959), The Clock (1949) and Lady Possessed (1952). He was married to June Havoc, Kay Thompson and Mary Scanlan. He died on 30 May 1973 in Weston, Connecticut, USA.
- Producer, Writer, Director
- December 5, 1906
- William Spier
- May 30, 1973
William Spier was born on December 5, 1906 in New York City, New York, USA. He was a producer and writer, known for The Untouchables (1959), The Clock (1949) and Lady Possessed (1952). He was married to June Havoc, Kay Thompson and Mary Scanlan. He died on May 30, 1973 in Weston, Connecticut, USA.
Suspense producer-director William Spier was one of many creative helmsmen who encouraged innovation at all levels (including music and sound effects). Spier kept rehearsal time to a minimum, believing it would make everyone more alert during the live broadcast.
Jan 20, 2021 · WILLIAM SPIER Obituary. SPIER--William. SAR is deeply saddened by the passing of William Spier z"l, husband of Radine, father of Jonathan ('74), Evan ('76) (Malka), Debby Prince ('78) (Bruce),...
William Hannan Spier (October 16, 1906 – May 30, 1973) was an American writer, producer and director for television and radio. He is best known for his radio work, notably Suspense and The Adventures of Sam Spade. Born in New York City, Spier began his career on the editorial staff of Musical America magazine, eventually becoming its chief critic.
In late January of 1948, Suspense's famed producer/director William Spier left the broadcast. Suspense was taken over by Bill Robson for two broadcasts before Anton M. Leader took over as full-time producer/director as of February 21st, 1948.
