About
Richard Leland Bare (August 12, 1913 – March 28, 2015) was an American director, producer, and screenwriter of television shows and short films. Born in Turlock, California, he attended USC School of Cinematic Arts where he directed his most notable student film, The Oval Portrait, an adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's story. He became notable post-graduation for writing and directing the Joe McDoakes series of short films for Warner Brothers between 1942 and 1956, featuring George O'Hanlon in the title role.
Filmography
The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration2019 · Director
Wicked, Wicked1973 · Writer, Director, Producer
Pioneer Spirit1969 · Director
I Sailed to Tahiti with an All Girl Crew1968 · Director, Screenplay, Story, Producer
This Rebel Breed1960 · Director
Girl on the Run1958 · Director
Shoot-Out At Medicine Bend1957 · Director
So Your Wife Wants to Work1956 · Producer, Director, Writer
So You Want to Play the Piano1956 · Director
So You Want to Be Pretty1956 · Director, Writer
So You Think the Grass Is Greener1956 · Director
So You Want to Be a Policeman1955 · Director
So You Want to Be a V.P.1955 · Writer, Producer, Director
So You Want a Model Railroad1955 · Writer, Producer, Director
So You Want to Be on a Jury1955 · Director
So You Want to Be a Gladiator1955 · Director
So You Don't Trust Your Wife1955 · Director
So You Want to Know Your Relatives1954 · Director, Producer, Writer
So You're Taking in a Roomer1954 · Director
So You Want to Be a Banker1954 · Director