About Waris Hussein
Waris Hussein is a renowned director born in Lucknow, United Provinces, British India, with 108 credits to their name.
Waris Hussein (né Habibullah; born 9 December 1938) is a British-Indian television and film director. At the beginning of his career, he was employed by the BBC as its youngest drama director. He directed early episodes of Doctor Who, including the first serial, An Unearthly Child (1963), and later directed the multiple-award-winning Thames Television serial Edward & Mrs. Simps...
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Portfolio Overview
Waris Hussein has contributed to 104 unique projects, with an average rating of 6.8/10. Their work spans both film and television, showcasing diverse storytelling.
Career Timeline
Active since 1962 — present (63 years), Waris Hussein has built a legendary body of work.
Primary Expertise
Known primarily for director. Waris Hussein has worked behind the scenes on 57 productions and on 41 TV projects.
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Waris Hussein has a dedicated following, with a popularity score of 0.8.
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Which titles feature work by Waris Hussein?
Waris Hussein has contributed to acclaimed titles including Mrs. Henderson Presents, Melody, Doctor Who: An Unearthly Child and more. That is 108 credits in total. Primary field: director.
Waris Hussein — what are they known for?
Primary field: director. The highest-rated titles are Mrs. Henderson Presents, Melody. The career now spans over 63 years.
How many titles does Waris Hussein have?
Credited on 10 on-screen roles, 57 crew credits in feature films and 3 television titles. 108 screen credits in total.
Waris Hussein — what are the latest titles?
The most recent projects are Richard Burton: Wild Genius, Doctor Who: 60 Years of Secrets & Scandals.
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