1961Winner
Best Writing
Judgment at Nuremberg
Abby Mann
Actor · Producer · Writer
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
December 1, 1927
Biography
Abby Mann (1927–2008) was an American screenwriter and producer, best known for his socially conscious dramas and sharp character portrayals. He won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for Judgment at Nuremberg (1961), which explored the moral responsibilities of judges during the Nazi regime. Mann later created the iconic television detective Kojak (1973), blending gritty realism with social commentary. Throughout his career, he was recognized for tackling controversial themes such as justice, prejudice, and human rights, leaving a lasting mark on both film and television.
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1975Nominee
Best Writing
Medical Story
1965Nominee
Best Writing
Ship of Fools
Career Highlights
1968Highlight
Best Writing
The Detective
1995Highlight
Best Writing
Indictment: The McMartin Trial
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Judgment at Nuremberg
Ship of Fools
The Detective