Biography
Rodman Edward Serling (December 25, 1924 – June 28, 1975) was an American screenwriter, playwright, television producer, and narrator known for his live television dramas of the 1950s and his anthology television series, The Twilight Zone. Serling was active in politics, both on and off the screen, and helped form television industry standards. He was known as the "angry young man" of Hollywood, clashing with television executives and sponsors over a wide range of issues including censorship, racism, and war.
Awards & recognition
- Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame · 2008
- Inkpot Award · 1975
- Golden Globe Award — Best Director · 1963
- Hugo Award — Best Dramatic Presentation · 1962
- Hugo Award — Best Dramatic Presentation · 1961
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- Primetime Emmy Award — Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series · 1961
- Hugo Award — Best Dramatic Presentation · 1960
- Primetime Emmy Award — Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series · 1960
- Primetime Emmy Award — Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series · 1957
- Primetime Emmy Award — Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series · 1956
- Bronze Star Medal · 1945
- Philippine Liberation Medal · 1945
- Purple Heart · 1945
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Peabody Awards
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Filmography29 titles
The Twilight Zone
Requiem for a Heavyweight
Night Gallery
The Jack Benny Program
Planet of the Apes
Phantom of the Paradise
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
The Red Skelton Show
Seven Days in May
Patterns
Requiem for a Heavyweight
Ironside
The Dick Cavett Show
One-Eyed Jacks
The Twilight Zone
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Saddle the Wind
The Pet Set
Lux Video Theatre
The Rack
Mike Wallace Is Here
In Search of Ancient Mysteries
The Enemy Within
In the Presence of Mine Enemies
Assault on a Queen
The Salamander
Suspense
Encounter with the Unknown
Incident in an Alley