Irwin Allen

Irwin Allen

Deceased · Born: Jun 12, 1916 · Died: Nov 2, 1991

Personal Details

BornJun 12, 1916 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Eva Davis
  • Joseph Cohen

Biography

Irwin Allen, a renowned American filmmaker and television producer, made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry through his work in the realms of science fiction and disaster films. Born on June 12, 1916, Allen's professional journey was marked by a remarkable versatility, as he effortlessly transitioned from directing and producing science fiction productions to becoming affectionately known as the "Master of Disaster" for his impressive work in the disaster film genre.

Throughout his illustrious career, Allen's most notable and commercially successful productions were undoubtedly The Poseidon Adventure, released in 1972, and The Towering Inferno, which premiered in 1974. These cinematic masterpieces not only showcased Allen's exceptional storytelling abilities but also solidified his position as a prominent figure in the film industry.

In addition to his work in feature films, Allen also made significant contributions to the realm of television. In the 1960s, he created and produced several popular science fiction series, including Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea, Lost in Space, The Time Tunnel, and Land of the Giants. These groundbreaking productions not only captivated audiences but also left a lasting legacy in the world of science fiction television.

Sadly, Irwin Allen's remarkable career came to an end with his passing on November 2, 1991. Nevertheless, his remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry continue to inspire and influence filmmakers to this day, cementing his place as a true legend in the world of science fiction and disaster films.

Career

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2024
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2003
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1995
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1998
Lost in Space
Lost in Space as Screenplay
{"id":86166,"title":"Adventures of the Queen","year":"1975","job":"Story","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/adventures-of-the-queen","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_86166.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_86166.jpg"},"released":1}
1975
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1959
The Big Circus
The Big Circus as Screenplay, Story
{"id":162705,"title":"Aliens from Another Planet","year":"1982","job":"Director, Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/aliens-from-another-planet","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162705.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162705.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
Aliens from Another Planet
Aliens from Another Planet as Director, Writer
{"id":13353,"title":"Beyond the Poseidon Adventure","year":"1979","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/beyond-the-poseidon-adventure","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1t6o36hp1l0o.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1t6o36hp1l0o.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
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1978
The Swarm
The Swarm as Director
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1971
City Beneath the Sea
City Beneath the Sea as Director, Story
{"id":173455,"title":"Lost in Space","year":"1965","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/lost-in-space-1965","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_173455.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_173455.jpg"},"released":1}
1965
Lost in Space
Lost in Space as Director
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1962
Five Weeks in a Balloon
Five Weeks in a Balloon as Director, Screenplay
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1961
Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea
Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea as Director, Screenplay, Story
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1960
The Lost World
The Lost World as Director, Screenplay
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1957
The Story of Mankind
The Story of Mankind as Director, Writer
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1956
The Animal World
The Animal World as Director, Writer
{"id":67772,"title":"The Sea Around Us","year":"1953","job":"Director, Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-sea-around-us","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67772.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67772.jpg"},"released":1}
1953
The Sea Around Us
The Sea Around Us as Director, Writer
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2018
Lost in Space
Lost in Space as Creator
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1975
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1968
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1966
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1965
Lost in Space
Lost in Space as Creator
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1964