About David Duncan
Lived 1913 – 1999 (aged 86). David Duncan was an American screenwriter, writer and science fiction writer.
David Duncan (February 17, 1913 – December 26, 1999) was an American screenwriter and novelist.
Biography
He began writing professionally at the age of 33 after about ten years in government. His screenwriting career began in 1953 with the release of his first film and Paramount's first 3-D film, Sangaree. Duncan is remembered for his work in science fiction such as the films Monster on the Campus (1958), The Time Machine (1960) and Fantastic Voyage (1966). He was credited with writing the English narrative for Rodan (1956). He also wrote for many television series such as National Velvet (1960), The Outer Limits ("The Human Factor", 1963), and Daniel Boone (1964–70). His science fiction novels include Dark Dominion (1954), Beyond Eden (1955), and Occam's Razor (1957). He also wrote six novels outside the genre. Duncan wrote Time Machine: The Journey Back a 48-minute PBS documentary and mini-sequel to George Pal's 1960 movie The Time Machine.
Filmography Film
Television
Works Novels Remember the Shadows (1944) The Shade of Time (1946) The Bramble Bush (1948) The Madrone Tree (1950) None But My Foe (1950) The Serpent's Egg (1950 ) Wives and Husbands (1952) Dark Dominion (1954) Beyond Eden (aka Another Tree in Eden) (1955) The Trumpet of God (1956) Occam's Razor (1957) Yes, My Darling Daughters (1959) The Long Walk Home from Town (1964)
Short stories "The Immortals" Galaxy, October 1960
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Duncan?
American screenwriter (1913–1999)
When was David Duncan born?
David Duncan was born on 17 February 1913 in Billings.
When did David Duncan die?
David Duncan died on 26 December 1999 in Everett.
What was David Duncan's occupation?
David Duncan was a screenwriter, writer and science fiction writer.
What nationality was David Duncan?
David Duncan was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Duncan (writer)
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