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Murray Schisgal Biography

Profession Writer, Producer, Actor

Awards

  • 1982LAFCA Award-Best Screenplay: winner
  • 1982NYFCC Award-Best Screenplay: winner
  • 1983Oscar-Best Writing, Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen: nominated
  • 1983Golden Globe-Best Screenplay - Motion Picture: nominated
  • 1983NSFC Award-Best Screenplay: winner
  • 1983WGA Award (Screen)-Best Comedy Written Directly for the Screen: winner
  • 1984BAFTA Film Award-Best Screenplay - Adapted: nominated
  • 2000Daytime Emmy-Outstanding Children's Special: nominated
  • 2005Daytime Emmy-Outstanding Children/Youth/Family Special: nominated