William Dear
- Birthday: 1944-11-30
- Place of birth: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Also know as: Bill Dear
William Dear (born November 30, 1944) is a Canadian-born American film and television director, producer and writer. He holds a degree in Art and Theater from Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, USA. He is known for directing the films Angels in the Outfield and Harry and the Hendersons.
