Gary Nelson

American film director (1934–2022)

Gary Nelson was an American television and film director. He directed many television series, including Get Smart, Gunsmoke, Have Gun – Will Travel, The Patty Duke Show, Gilligan's Island and Happy Days. In addition, Nelson directed five feature films, including Disney's Freaky Friday (1976), and many television movies, including Murder in Coweta County starring Johnny Cash and Andy Griffith.

Filmography in the catalog

Credited on 3 films (1973–1979) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field. Also mentioned in 4 other records (descriptions, transcriptions, copyright notes).

Year ▼ Title CreatorLengthFormatColorSound
1979 The Black Hole Gary Nelson 98 min Color
1975 The Boy Who Talked To Badgers Pt. 1. Walt Disney Productions 60 min Color sound
1973 Santee direction, Gary Nelson. 93 16mm Color sound