Harold Young

Harold Young (13 November 1897 – 3 August 1982) was an American film director who worked in Hollywood from the 1920s through the 1950s. He is perhaps best known for his work in classic Hollywood productions such as The Scarlet Pimpernel, The Mummy’s Tomb, and The Invisible Man Returns. He also directed several Abbott and Costello films, including Who Done It? and Pardon My Sarong. He began his career as an assistant director and worked his way up to become a successful director.

The Mummy’s Tomb 1942

The Mummy’s Tomb 1942 follows a resurrected high priest seeking revenge against those who desecrated the tomb of his beloved princess.

The Jungle Captive 1944

The Jungle Captive 1944 tells the story of a mad scientist who kidnaps a woman and injects her with a serum that turns her into a gorilla, in an attempt to recreate his deceased wife.

The Frozen Ghost 1945

The Frozen Ghost 1945 is about a famous hypnotist who becomes embroiled in a murder case at a wax museum, where he must clear his name and solve the mystery of the “frozen ghost”.

Films

The Man Who Laughs 1928

The Man Who Laughs 1928 is based on Victor Hugo’s novel about a disfigured performer in 17th century England who struggles with his identity, class, and love.