Joseph Hayes

Joseph Hayes

Deceased · Born: Aug 2, 1918 · Died: Sep 11, 2006

Personal Details

BornAug 2, 1918 Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Biography

Joseph Hayes was a renowned playwright and author, recognized for his remarkable contributions to the world of crime fiction.

His most celebrated work, "The Desperate Hours", initially took the form of a novel, which was later adapted into a successful Broadway play, garnering the prestigious 1955 Tony Award for Best Play.

This critically acclaimed play was further transformed into a movie, starring the iconic duo Humphrey Bogart and Fredric March.

Throughout his illustrious career on Broadway and in the film industry, Hayes frequently collaborated with his wife, Marrijane Hayes, on a variety of screenplays and scripts.

Together, they formed a formidable creative partnership, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

Career

1990
Desperate Hours
Desperate Hours as Screenplay
1965
1961
The Young Doctors
The Young Doctors as Screenplay
1955
The Desperate Hours
The Desperate Hours as Novel, Screenplay