Daniel Mainwaring

Daniel Mainwaring

Deceased · Born: Feb 27, 1902 · Died: Jan 31, 1977

Personal Details

BornFeb 27, 1902 Oakland, California, USA

Biography

Daniel Mainwaring, a renowned writer of his time, brought forth a plethora of remarkable works, leaving an indelible mark on the world of literature. Born on February 27, 1902, in the bustling city of Oakland, California, USA, he began his journey towards becoming a celebrated author.

His illustrious career was marked by a string of successful films, including the 1956 classic "Invasion of the Body Snatchers", which has stood the test of time as a thought-provoking and chilling tale. Another notable achievement was the 1947 film noir "Out of the Past", a gripping and atmospheric thriller that has become a staple of the genre.

Mainwaring's work continued to captivate audiences well into the 1980s, with the 1984 film "Against All Odds" serving as a testament to his enduring talent. Throughout his life, Mainwaring remained dedicated to his craft, pouring his heart and soul into each project he undertook.

Tragically, his life was cut short on January 31, 1977, in Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy that would continue to inspire and influence generations of writers and filmmakers to come. Despite his untimely passing, Mainwaring's body of work remains a testament to his enduring talent and dedication to his craft.

Career

1984
1965
1960
1958
The Gun Runners
The Gun Runners as Screenplay
Space Master X-7
Space Master X-7 as Screenplay
1957
1955
A Bullet for Joey
A Bullet for Joey as Screenplay
1954
Alaska Seas
Alaska Seas as Writer
Southwest Passage
Southwest Passage as Screenplay
The Desperado
The Desperado as Screenplay
1953
1952
1951
The Last Outpost
The Last Outpost as Screenplay
Roadblock
Roadblock as Story
1950
The Lawless
The Lawless as Writer
1949
The Big Steal
The Big Steal as Screenplay
Roughshod
Roughshod as Screenplay
1947
Out of the Past
Out of the Past as Novel, Screenplay
1946
Swamp Fire
Swamp Fire as Screenplay
Big Town
Big Town as Story, Screenplay
Tokyo Rose
Tokyo Rose as Screenplay
Hot Cargo
Hot Cargo as Writer
1945
Scared Stiff
Scared Stiff as Screenplay
1944