The Stratton Story (1949)

Born in New York, USA. Writer who entered American film with a brief acting career (1944-1946) in such films as MASIE GOES TO RENO, MARRIAGE IS A PRIVATE AFFAIR, THE THIN MAN GOES HOME, ALONG CAME JONES and LADY LUCK. His story- and screenwriting credits include THE STRATTON STORY (1949), JIM THORPE -- ALL-AMERICAN (1951), TROUBLE ALONG THE WAY (1953), BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT (1956) and MAURIE (1973, also producer). He wrote for the TV series "The Virginian," "The Big Valley" and "The Governor & J.J."  Writing (Motion Picture Story) 1949: THE STRATTON STORY 1 nomination, 1 Award