Personal Info
Known For:
Writing
Birthday:
December 1, 1927
Place of Birth:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Social Media
Abby Mann
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.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Imaginary Witness: Hollywood and the Holocaust | Self |
| 2004 | A Tribute to Stanley Kramer | Self |
| 2004 | The Value of a Single Human Being | Self |
| 2004 | In Conversation: Abby Mann and Maximillian Schell | Self |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1961 | The Mike Douglas Show | Self |
| 1953 | The Oscars | Self |