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Charles Bail
★ Directing

Charles Bail

1935 – 2020 · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA · Active 1955–2018

Charles Bail, born in 1940, is a multifaceted talent in cult cinema, known for his work as both an actor and director. He appears in The Savage Seven (1968) and The House of Seven Corpses (1974), showcasing his versatility in the genre. As a director, Bail helmed Black Samson (1974) and Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold (1975), contributing to the vibrant tapestry of exploitation films. His ability to navigate both sides of the camera enriches the narratives, making his films essential viewing for fans of 70s grindhouse and action cinema.

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The Savage Seven

The Savage Seven

1968 ★ 5.2
as Taggert

Biker gang leader Kisum (Adam Roarke) loves waitress Marcia Little Hawk (Joanna Frank). Her brother Johnnie Little Hawk (Robert Walker, Jr.), the leader of a group of American Indians disapproves. At various times these two groups are adversaries and allies. The two groups join forces but crooked businessmen scheme to have them at each other's throats again. The theme song "Anyone for Tennis" is by Cream. The Iron Butterfly are heard playing their classic "Iron Butterfly Theme." Producer Dick Clark and director Richard Rush made "Psych-Out" earlier in the year.

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Filmography

40 credits
2010s 1 credit
2000s 1 credit
1980s 2 credits
1985
Movie ★ 10.0
1980
The Stunt Man as Chuck Barton
Movie ★ 6.6
1970s 4 credits
1974
The House of Seven Corpses as Jonathon Anthony Beal / Theodore Beal
Movie ★ 4.7
1974
Freebie and the Bean as Cadillac Salesman
Movie ★ 6.1
1974
TV ★ 8.1
1972
Kung Fu as First Tough
TV ★ 7.7
1960s 6 credits
1968
Movie ★ 4.9
1966
Batman as Henchman (uncredited)
TV ★ 7.3
1966
The Monkees as Jenkins
TV ★ 6.6
1964
Daniel Boone as Stephen
TV ★ 7.0
1964
TV ★ 7.0
1962
The Virginian as Burney's Henchman (uncredited)
TV ★ 6.5
1950s 7 credits
1959
The Jayhawkers! as Jayhawker
Movie ★ 6.1
1959
Bonanza as Reese
TV ★ 7.5
1959
Bonanza as Ike Kels
TV ★ 7.5
1958
The Texan as Brawler (uncredited)
TV ★ 6.0
1957
Perry Mason as Baker's Henchman (uncredited)
TV ★ 7.7
1955
Gunsmoke as Withers
TV ★ 6.7
1955
Gunsmoke as Townsman (uncredited)
TV ★ 6.7
Crew Credits
1990s 2 credits
1996
Movie ★ 5.0
1996
Movie ★ 5.0
1980s 3 credits
1986
Movie ★ 5.2
1982
TV ★ 7.5
1981
The Pursuit of D.B. Cooper Second Unit Director
Movie ★ 5.3
1970s 11 credits
1977
Greased Lightning Second Unit Director
Movie ★ 6.4
1977
CHiPs Director
TV ★ 6.9
1976
Movie ★ 6.1
1976
Movie ★ 6.1
1976
Movie ★ 6.1
1974
Movie ★ 5.0
1974
Freebie and the Bean Stunt Coordinator
Movie ★ 6.1
1973
Movie ★ 5.7
1971
Werewolves on Wheels Stunt Coordinator
Movie ★ 4.6
1970
Getting Straight Stunt Coordinator
Movie ★ 6.3
1960s 3 credits
1969
The Scavengers Stunt Coordinator
Movie ★ 4.3
1965
Movie ★ 6.1
1962
Movie ★ 6.8