National Alfred Hitchcock Day

National Alfred Hitchcock Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to the famous director. Alfred Hitchcock has dozens of interesting films that have stood the test of time. We can watch them today with pleasure, just as we did 30 years ago. The holiday is on March 12.

History

There is no reliable information about National Alfred Hitchcock Day. There is no connection between his date of birth/death and March 12. Probably on this day, just fans of his work united and decided to dedicate one day a year to the talented filmmaker.

Alfred Hitchcock was born in the English town of Leytonstone in 1899 into a Catholic family. He later said that his childhood was very dull and unremarkable. His first steps into the film industry began with the creation of silent film cards, followed by the role of assistant director. Hitchcock’s creative nature allowed him to keep at it, and in 1925 he released his first feature film. From 1939 he lived in Hollywood and worked there. The films “Rebecca”, “Psycho” and many others tore the previously established framework in the cinema and impressed. The great director’s career lasted more than 60 years, during which time he gained an army of millions of fans and was recognized with many awards.

Interesting facts

• In 1960, Alfred Hitchcock was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• The main secret to the success of any film, according to the director, is the script alone.
• In one interview, the director admitted that many of the films he made frighten him. He doesn’t go to their screenings and doesn’t understand why people don’t get scared when they watch them.

How to celebrate

Find out more interesting information from the life of A. Hitchcock this day. Watch the director’s most popular films alone, or gathered with family/friends.

Tell us about National Alfred Hitchcock Day on social media. Ask other users if they like Hitchcock movies. If so, which is your favorite.

When is National Alfred Hitchcock Day in 2025?

National Alfred Hitchcock Day is observed on March 12 each year.

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