| Birth Day | June 8, 1893 |
| Birth Place | Iowa |
| Age | 126 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Dec 23, 1979 (age 86) |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
Ernest B. Schoedsack, a renowned director hailing from Iowa, has an estimated net worth of $4 million in 2024. Throughout his successful career, Schoedsack made a significant impact on the film industry, known for his exceptional directorial skills. He gained prominence for co-directing the colossal cinematic masterpiece "King Kong" in 1933, which cemented his place in film history. Schoedsack's innovative storytelling and keen eye for captivating visuals propelled him to the status of a respected filmmaker. With numerous other notable contributions to the industry, his net worth reflects both his talent and commercial success.
Co-director of the 1933 classic King Kong and its semi-official 1949 sequel Mighty Joe Young.
He developed an interest in film photography during childhood. He took a job with Keystone Studios in 1914, but was soon shipped off to fight in World War I.
He teamed up with fellow soldier Merian Cooper and filmed several documentaries and the adventure film The Four Feathers.
He married Ruth Rhose, who worked as the Cinematographer on King Kong.
He first worked with Fay Wray, the unforgettable star of King Kong, on Four Feathers and again in Most Dangerous Game.
