Arch Oboler, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Arch Oboler

American writer

Date of Birth: 07-Dec-1909

Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Date of Death: 19-Mar-1987

Profession: screenwriter, film director, film producer, novelist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Arch Oboler (December 7, 1909 – March 19, 1987) was an American playwright, screenwriter, novelist, producer, and director who was active in radio, films, theater, and television.
He generated much attention with his radio scripts, particularly the horror series Lights Out, and his work in radio remains the outstanding period of his career.
Praised as one of broadcasting's top talents, he is regarded today as a key innovator of radio drama.
Oboler's personality and ego were larger than life.
Radio historian John Dunning wrote, "Few people were ambivalent when it came to Arch Oboler.
He was one of those intense personalities who are liked and disliked with equal fire."