About Mario Casacci
Lived 1925 – 1995 (aged 69). Mario Casacci was an Italian screenwriter, known for Ritorna il tenente Sheridan.
Mario Casacci (12 August 1925, in Pontedera – 8 July 1995, in Rome) was an Italian screenwriter. He is best known as the co-creator of the character of Lieutenant Sheridan, who was played on the small screen by the actor Ubaldo Lay. Casacci's co-creator was his colleague Alberto Ciambricco In 1959, he also co-created, again with Ciambricco, the television program Giallo club.
Selected filmography
Television
1959-1961: Giallo club. Invito al poliziesco 1963: Ritorna il tenente Sheridan 1968-1973: I ragazzi di padre Tobia
Film
1966: Rojo
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Mario Casacci?
Italian screenwriter
When was Mario Casacci born?
Mario Casacci was born on 12 August 1925 in Pontedera.
When did Mario Casacci die?
Mario Casacci died on 8 July 1995 in Rome.
What was Mario Casacci's occupation?
Mario Casacci was a screenwriter.
What was Mario Casacci known for?
Mario Casacci was known for Ritorna il tenente Sheridan.
What nationality was Mario Casacci?
Mario Casacci was Italian.
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