Casey Robinson

Career overview

Kenneth Casey Robinson was an American screenwriter, producer, and director born on October 17, 1903, in Logan, Utah. Throughout his career, he was recognized for his work in shaping dialogue- and structure-driven screen narratives. He was particularly noted for his skill in adapting stories for Hollywood studios, leading film critic Richard Corliss to describe him as the master of the art or craft of adaptation. His professional contributions spanned various roles, including screenplay, teleplay, scenario writing, dialogue, and original story development.

Robinson is credited with writing some of Bette Davis' most revered films. His extensive filmography includes work on notable titles such as Captain Blood, Now, Voyager, Dark Victory, While the City Sleeps, The Egyptian, The Snows of Kilimanjaro, Days of Glory, and Diplomatic Courier. In addition to his feature film work, he contributed to television projects, including Alfred Hitchcock Presents. Over the course of his career, Robinson held 64 known credits across the film and television industries. He was also involved in the production and direction of mostly B movies. Robinson passed away on December 6, 1979, at the age of 76.