Irving Brecher
Writing
Born 1914-01-17
Died 2008-11-17
New York City, New York, USA
19 credits
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Irving Brecher was an American screenwriter, producer, and director celebrated for his work in comedy. He began his career writing jokes for radio personalities before transitioning to film. Brecher was the only writer to receive sole credit on Marx Brothers films, penning At the Circus (1939) and Go West (1940). He also contributed to the screenplay of The Wizard of Oz (1939). Brecher created the radio and television sitcom The Life of Riley, which aired from 1944 to 1951, and directed the film Meet Me in St. Louis (1944). His sharp wit and comedic timing earned him a reputation as one of America's leading humorists.
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Filmography
Writing
15 credits
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis
Bye Bye Birdie
The People's Choice
Meet Me in St. Louis
Go West
The Life of Riley
At the Circus
Shadow of the Thin Man
Du Barry Was a Lady
Cry for Happy
Yolanda and the Thief
New Faces of 1937
Best Foot Forward
Somebody Loves Me
The Life of Riley
Acting
3 credits
Directing
3 credits
Producing
2 credits
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