Henry King Biography

Fast Facts

• Received the George Eastman Award in 1955 for his contributions to film
• Was one of the original founders of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
• Starting out as an actor, he became interested in directing after filling in for his director for the retakes on one of his early films
• Quote: "(On casting actors) "If you're cast in a part and don't like it, then don't play it․ If you can't afford not to play it, then like it․""
• Is primarily known for adapting novels into movies
• At the time of his death, he was the oldest licensed private pilot in the United States
• Served as the deputy commander of the Civil Air Patrol coastal patrol base during World War II