Writing

Ben Markson

Born August 6, 1897 · Creston, Iowa, USA

Died October 20, 1971 · aged 74

No biography available.

Known For

Gold Diggers of 1933Gold Diggers of 1933 · 1933
Gold Diggers of 1933
7.21933
MovieComedyDrama
When all Broadway shows are shut down during the Depression, a trio of desperate showgirls scheme to bilk a repugnant high society man of his money to keep their show going.
Lady KillerLady Killer · 1933
Lady Killer
6.91933
MovieComedyCrime
An ex-gang member tries to resist his old cohorts' criminal influence after he suddenly becomes a Hollywood movie star.
Picture SnatcherPicture Snatcher · 1933
Picture Snatcher
6.91933
MovieComedyCrime
An ex-con uses his street smarts to become a successful photojournalist.
Prison ShipPrison Ship · 1945
Prison Ship
6.51945
MovieActionWar
Panic arises among Allied POWs aboard a Japanese freighter when they learn that the ship is actually a decoy target for American submarines on night patrol. The prisoners unite and attack their Japanese captors just as an American sub surfaces and, not knowing the prisoners are aboard, prepares to torpedo the ship.
BabbittBabbitt · 1934
Babbitt
6.31934
MovieDrama
Middle aged George F. Babbitt is a leading citizen in the town of Zenith, the fastest growing community in America according to its town sign. George is a large part of that growth as a property developer and realtor. He is lovingly married to his wife Myra, the two who have two children, Ted and Verona who are approaching adulthood. George has always had a fearless attitude, much like that of a naive child, which has led to his business success. He encounters some personal stresses when he faces what he believes is a potential home-wrecking issue, and when his oldest friend Paul and his wife Zilla deal with domestic problems. These stresses make George want to provide even more to his own family, leading to George agreeing to participate in a less than scrupulous but lucrative business dealing. George's bravura gets him into a potential scandal. This situation makes him question his general behavior, especially toward his family.
Lucky DevilsLucky Devils · 1933
Lucky Devils
6.41933
MovieActionDrama
Two Hollywood stuntmen compete for the same pretty extra.
Edge of EternityEdge of Eternity · 1959
Edge of Eternity
6.71959
MovieThrillerCrime
Helped by socialite Janice Kendon and barkeeper Scott O'Brien, Arizona deputy sheriff Les Martin works to solve three brutal murders in and around the Grand Canyon. His efforts leads to the killer fleeing with Janice as a hostage and a chase by car and helicopter lead to a climax on a miner's bucket on cables a mile above the canyon floor.
Ready, Willing and AbleReady, Willing and Able · 1937
Ready, Willing and Able
5.41937
MovieRomanceComedy
Two starving songwriters will only get funding if they get British actress Jane Clarke to star in their show.

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BabbittBabbitt · 1934
Babbitt
6.31934
MovieDrama
Middle aged George F. Babbitt is a leading citizen in the town of Zenith, the fastest growing community in America according to its town sign. George is a large part of that growth as a property developer and realtor. He is lovingly married to his wife Myra, the two who have two children, Ted and Verona who are approaching adulthood. George has always had a fearless attitude, much like that of a naive child, which has led to his business success. He encounters some personal stresses when he faces what he believes is a potential home-wrecking issue, and when his oldest friend Paul and his wife Zilla deal with domestic problems. These stresses make George want to provide even more to his own family, leading to George agreeing to participate in a less than scrupulous but lucrative business dealing. George's bravura gets him into a potential scandal. This situation makes him question his general behavior, especially toward his family.

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