Biography

James Clavell

Writing

James Clavell, born Charles Edmund Dumaresq Clavell (10 October 1924 – 7 September 1994) was an Australian (later naturalized American) novelist, screenwriter, director and World War II veteran and prisoner of war. Clavell is best known for his epic Asian Saga series of novels and their televised adaptations, along with such films as The Great Escape and To Sir, with Love. In total, there are 19 recognized credits in film and television. On Cinestia you can browse James Clavell's complete filmography — 15 films and 4 series — and find where to watch each title.

Career works

Movies

Series

Career average

7.0/10

Birth date

10/10/1924

Place of birth

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date of death

09/07/1994

Filmography highlights