Stephen Vincent Benet
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- July 22, 1898 in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvanie
- Died
- March 13, 1943 (aged 44)
- Active Years
- 1925–1941 (17 Years)
- Total Credits
- 15 credits in database
Biography
Stephen Vincent Benet was an American poet, novelist, and short story writer. Born on July 22, 1898, in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania, he was the son of a United States Army officer and the brother of poet William Rose Benet. He became best known for John Brown’s Body, a 1928 narrative poem about the Civil War. Over his lifetime, Benet accumulated known credits in writing, contributing as a writer, story creator, adaptation author, short story author, actor, screenplay writer, original story author, and dialogue writer. Some of his work includes Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Shortcut to Happiness, All That Money Can Buy, Abraham Lincoln, Cheers for Miss Bishop, The Devil and Daniel Mouse, and Power and the Land. He passed away on March 13, 1943, at the age of forty-four.
Career overview
Stephen Vincent Benet was an American poet, novelist, and short story writer born on July 22, 1898, in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. He was the son of a United States Army officer and the brother of poet William Rose Benet. Throughout his career, he gained recognition for his literary contributions, most notably the 1928 narrative poem John Brown’s Body, which focused on the American Civil War. Benet passed away on March 13, 1943, at the age of 44.
In the film industry, Benet is credited for his work as a writer, with roles encompassing screenplay, dialogue, adaptation, and original story development. His known credits include work on Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Shortcut to Happiness, All That Money Can Buy, Abraham Lincoln, Cheers for Miss Bishop, The Devil and Daniel Mouse, and Power and the Land. Several of his short stories were adapted for film, and his professional portfolio reflects a total of 12 known credits within the medium. His career remains documented through various theater and film archives, including his involvement in regional theater productions.
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Full Filmography
15 titles- Shortcut to Happiness (2007) Short Story
- American Playhouse (1982) Writer
- The Devil and Daniel Mouse (1978) Short Story
- The Dinah Shore Chevy Show (1956) Story
- Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954) Original Story
- Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954) Story
- Just for You (1952) Story
- Actors Studio (1948) Writer
- All That Money Can Buy (1941) Screenplay
- Cheers for Miss Bishop (1941) Adaptation
- Power and the Land (1940) as Commentator
- Power and the Land (1940) Writer
- Abraham Lincoln (1930) Dialogue
- Abraham Lincoln (1930) Adaptation
- The Necessary Evil (1925) Story
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What movies or TV shows is Stephen Vincent Benet best known for?
Stephen Vincent Benet is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Shortcut to Happiness (2007), American Playhouse (1982), Griselda Blanco: The Black Widow (2014), Scrooge (1970).
When and where was Stephen Vincent Benet born?
Stephen Vincent Benet was born on July 22, 1898 in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvanie. They passed away on March 13, 1943.
How many credits does Stephen Vincent Benet have?
Stephen Vincent Benet has 15 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated between 1925 and 1941.
What is Stephen Vincent Benet's background in cinema and television?
Stephen Vincent Benet was an American poet, novelist, and short story writer. Born on July 22, 1898, in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania, he was the son of a United States Army officer and the brother of poet William Rose Benet. He became best known for John Brown’s Body, a 1928 narrative poem about the Civil War. Over his ...
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