Paddy Chayefsky

Paddy Chayefsky

Deceased · Born: Jan 29, 1923 · Died: Aug 1, 1981

2014

Personal Details

BornJan 29, 1923 The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Sidney Aaron "Paddy" Chayefsky, a remarkable American playwright and screenwriter, achieved a rare distinction by winning three solo Academy Awards for his exceptional work in both adapted and original screenplays.

As one of the most celebrated dramatists of the Golden Age of Television, Chayefsky's impressive body of work continues to be widely recognized and admired to this day.

He is perhaps most famous for his screenplay credits on iconic films such as The Americanization of Emily, Marty, The Hospital, and Network, each showcasing his mastery of storytelling and character development.

Throughout his life and career, Chayefsky was based in New York, where he drew inspiration from the city's vibrant cultural landscape and contributed to its rich artistic heritage.

Despite his passing, Chayefsky's legacy continues to influence generations of writers, filmmakers, and artists, cementing his status as a true Hollywood legend.

Career

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1971
The Hospital
The Hospital as Opening Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
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1955
Marty
Marty as Leo (uncredited)
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1947
A Double Life
A Double Life as Photographer (uncredited)
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2024
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1969
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1980
Altered States
Altered States as Novel, Screenplay
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1976
Network
Network as Screenplay
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1971
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1964
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1959
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1958
The Goddess
The Goddess as Screenplay
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1957
The Bachelor Party
The Bachelor Party as Story, Screenplay
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1955
Marty
Marty as Screenplay
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1953
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1951
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1945