Robert Emmett Tansey

Writing Jun 28, 1897 Jun 17, 1951 (aged 54) Brooklyn [now in New York City], New York, USA

Robert Emmett Tansey was an American film director, producer, and screenwriter, primarily known for his work in the Western genre during the 1930s and 1940s. He directed and wrote numerous films, including Badman's Gold (1951) and Timber Terrors (1935). Tansey's contributions to B-Westerns were significant, often working with limited budgets to produce engaging stories that resonated with audiences of the time. His ability to manage multiple roles in film production showcased his dedication and versatility in the industry.

3 Acting Credits
104 Crew Credits

Acting

Riding to Fame Movie

Riding to Fame

as Spec (as Bert Tansey)

1927
The Girl with the Jazz Heart Movie

The Girl with the Jazz Heart

as Jimmie

1921
The Witch Woman Movie

The Witch Woman

as Paul Martinet (as Robert Tansey)

1918

Crew

Paradise Canyon Movie

Paradise Canyon

Screenplay

1935
Westward Ho Movie

Westward Ho

Screenplay

1935
The New Frontier Movie

The New Frontier

Story

1935
Pride of the Bowery Movie

Pride of the Bowery

Production Manager

1940
Trouble in Texas Movie

Trouble in Texas

Screenplay

1937
Alias John Law Movie

Alias John Law

Assistant Director

1935
Harmony Trail Movie

Harmony Trail

Director

1944
Badge of Honor Movie

Badge of Honor

Story

1934
Wild Horse Stampede Movie

Wild Horse Stampede

Producer

1943
The Law of 45's Movie

The Law of 45's

Screenplay

1935
Song of Old Wyoming Movie

Song of Old Wyoming

Director

1945
Sing Cowboy Sing Movie

Sing Cowboy Sing

Screenplay

1937