Irvin V. Willat (November 18, 1890 – April 17, 1976) was an American film director of the silent film era.[1] He directed 39 films between 1917 and 1937. Early in his career Willat worked as a cinematographer on several films. His older brother Edwin Willat (1882–1950) was cinematographer on several silent films.

Irvin V. Willat
Willat in 1920
Born(1890-11-18)November 18, 1890
DiedApril 17, 1976(1976-04-17) (aged 85)
OccupationFilm director
Years active1917–1937
SpouseBillie Dove (m.1923-1929; divorced)

Partial filmography

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References

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  1. ^ "Irvin V. Willat". silentgents. Archived from the original on March 31, 2012. Retrieved March 2, 2013. A short biography reprinted from Blue Book of the Screen (1923).
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