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Writer
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Birthplace
Lancashire, England, UK
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Judith Kerr (1954)
Children
2 children: Matthew Kneale, Tacy Kneale
Sibling
Bryan Kneale
Education
Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, St Ninian's High School, Douglas
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
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Nigel Kneale is known for writing.
Born in Lancashire, England, UK (died at age 84).
2 awards including Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement.
Nigel Kneale has 12 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (12)
AWARDS (2)
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Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement
2000
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Somerset Maugham Award
1950
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Biography
Thomas Nigel Kneale (18 April 1922 – 29 October 2006) was a Manx screenwriter who wrote professionally for more than 50 years, was a winner of the Somerset Maugham Award, and was twice nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best British Screenplay.
Predominantly a writer of thrillers that used science-fiction and horror elements, he was best known for the creation of the character Professor Bernard Quatermass. Kneale wrote original scripts and successfully adapted works by writers such as George Orwell, John Osborne, H. G. Wells and Susan Hill. Kneale was most active in television, joining BBC Television in 1951; his final script was transmitted on ITV in 1997. He wrote well-received television dramas such as The Year of the Sex Olympics (1968), The Stone Tape (1972) and Beasts (1976) in addition to the Quatermass serials. He has been described as "one of the most influential writers of the 20th century", and as "having invented popular TV".
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How old was Nigel Kneale?
Nigel Kneale was born on and passed away on at the age of 84.
Where was Nigel Kneale born?
Nigel Kneale was born in Lancashire, England, UK.
What movies or shows has Nigel Kneale been in?
Nigel Kneale has 12 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Woman in Black (1989), The Quatermass Conclusion (1979), The Stone Tape (1972), Quatermass and the Pit (1967), The Witches (1966).
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Nigel Kneale is primarily known as a writer. Thomas Nigel Kneale (18 April 1922 – 29 October 2006) was a Manx screenwriter who wrote professionally for more than 50 years, was a winner…
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