Known For
Writing
Born
Jan 17, 1914
Died
Nov 17, 2008
Place of Birth
New York City, New York, USA
Credits
19 titles
Irving Brecher
Biography
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.
Known For
Filmography
The Unknown Marx Brothers
Self
The Marx Brothers in a Nutshell
Self
Bye Bye Birdie
Screenplay
Sail a Crooked Ship
Director
Cry for Happy
Screenplay
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis
Writer
Meet Me in St. Louis
Original Film Writer
The People's Choice
Creator
Somebody Loves Me
Director
The Life of Riley
Writer
The Life of Riley
Director
Yolanda and the Thief
Screenplay
Meet Me in St. Louis
Screenplay
Best Foot Forward
Screenplay
Du Barry Was a Lady
Screenplay
Shadow of the Thin Man
Screenplay
Go West
Screenplay
At the Circus
Screenplay
New Faces of 1937
Screenplay