1968Winner
Best Writing
Planet of the Apes
Rod Serling
Actor · Producer · Writer
Syracuse, New York, USA
December 25, 1924
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.
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1961Nominee
Best Performance
One-Eyed Jacks
1974Nominee
Best Performance
Phantom of the Paradise
Career Highlights
1994Highlight
Best Writing
The Twilight Zone: Rod Serling's Lost Classics
1976Highlight
Best Writing
Time Travelers
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Planet of the Apes
One-Eyed Jacks
Phantom of the Paradise