Directors who died on September 21

Take a focused look at the directors who passed away on September 21. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1988 Henry Koster

  Henry Koster was a prominent German-born American film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his influential work in Hollywood, particularly from the 1930s through the 1960s. He directed numerous successful films, including 'The Bishop’s Wife', 'Harvey', and 'The Robe', a landmark as the first film released in CinemaScope. [bio]