S. Lee Pogostin

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S. Lee Pogostin

Writing March 8, 1927

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

S. Lee Pogostin was an American screenwriter and director recognized for his work in television and film. Born in Jersey City, he enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 15 by lyi…

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S. Lee Pogostin was an American screenwriter and director recognized for his work in television and film. Born in Jersey City, he enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 15 by lying about his age. Pogostin began his career writing for radio before transitioning to television, where he wrote for series such as Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre, earning a Primetime Emmy nomination in 1966 for the episode "The Game". He wrote and directed the film Hard Contract (1969), starring James Coburn and Lee Remick. Pogostin's work was noted for its depth and character-driven narratives, contributing significantly to television and film during his career.

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  1. 1983
    High Road to China

    Movie Screenplay

  2. 1979
    When Hell Was in Session

    Movie Teleplay

  3. 1975
    The UFO Incident

    Movie Teleplay

  4. 1974
    Nightmare Honeymoon

    Movie Writer

  5. 1974
    Golden Needles

    Movie Writer

  6. 1969
    Hard Contract

    Movie Director

  7. 1965
    Synanon

    Movie Writer

  8. 1963
  9. 1962
    Pressure Point

    Movie Screenplay

  10. 1959
    The Moon and Sixpence

    Movie Teleplay

  11. 1953
    Life Sentence

    Movie Writer

  12. 1953