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Known For
Writer
Birthday
(Friday)
Died
Birthplace
New York, New York, USA
Nationality
Languages
English
Children
4 children: Jonathan Axelrod, Nina Axelrod, Steven Gould Axelrod
Education
Collegiate School
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
Name Origin
English < Ancient Greek (Γεώργῐος)
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George Axelrod is known for writing.
Born in New York, New York, USA (died at age 81).
George Axelrod has 11 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (11)
The Next Best Thing
Film
The Lady Vanishes
Writer
The Secret Life of an American Wife
Producer, Director, Writer
How to Murder Your Wife
Producer, Writer
Paris When It Sizzles
Writer, Producer
Goodbye Charlie
Writer
The Manchurian Candidate
Producer, Writer
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Writer
Rally Round the Flag, Boys!
Writer
Bus Stop
Writer
Biography
George Axelrod (June 9, 1922 – June 21, 2003) was an American screenwriter, producer, playwright and film director, best known for his play The Seven Year Itch (1952), which was adapted into a film of the same name starring Marilyn Monroe. Axelrod was nominated for an Academy Award for his 1961 adaptation of Truman Capote's Breakfast at Tiffany's and also adapted Richard Condon's The Manchurian Candidate (1962).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was George Axelrod?
George Axelrod was born on and passed away on at the age of 81.
Where was George Axelrod born?
George Axelrod was born in New York, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has George Axelrod been in?
George Axelrod has 11 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Next Best Thing (2000), The Lady Vanishes (1979), The Secret Life of an American Wife (1968), How to Murder Your Wife (1965), Paris When It Sizzles (1964).
What is George Axelrod known for?
George Axelrod is primarily known as a writer. George Axelrod (June 9, 1922 – June 21, 2003) was an American screenwriter, producer, playwright and film director, best known for his play The Seven…
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