Writing

Paul Tabori

Born May 8, 1908 · Budapest, Hungary

Died November 9, 1974 · aged 66

No biography available.

Known For

SpacewaysSpaceways · 1953
Spaceways
4.81953
MovieDramaScience Fiction
A rocket engineer, responsible for sending a satellite into space, is accused of committing the most extraordinary crime.
The Malpas MysteryThe Malpas Mystery · 1960
The Malpas Mystery
7.01960
MovieMystery
After Audrey leaves prison after being framed for jewel theft, she gets a job offer from the mysterious Mr. Malpas, triggering a plot involving a missing heir, diamonds and kidnapping.
Alias John PrestonAlias John Preston · 1955
Alias John Preston
5.81955
MovieHorrorMystery
A mysterious young man settles in a rural English town and immediately starts making a good impression. Before long he has insinuated himself into local life, is married and is serving on the board of the local hospital. Everything seems to be going well for him until a newly appointed consultant psychiatrist shows up and starts asking some probing questions.
Valley of the EaglesValley of the Eagles · 1951
Valley of the Eagles
6.21951
MovieAdventureDrama
A Norwegian scientist builds a device that can convert sound waves into electrical energy. However, the machine is stolen by the scientist's wife and assistant, who head across the frozen tundra towards Russia. A police inspector and a local girl team up with the scientist to help recover the device.
Mask of DustMask of Dust · 1954
Mask of Dust
4.21954
MovieDrama
An idol of auto-racing fans attempts a comeback after serving in the Air Force. When his former rival lies dying in the hospital he must decide whether to continue in the Grand Prix, or make peace with his adversary. Featuring race car greats Stirling Moss, Reg Parnell, John Cooper, Alan Brown, Geoffrey Taylor and Leslie Marr.
Four Sided TriangleFour Sided Triangle · 1953
Four Sided Triangle
6.21953
MovieScience FictionRomance
A young man, in love with a woman who can never be his, discovers a way to fulfil his dreams. In their childhood the three were the best of friends, the perfect triangle. But years later when Lena returns to her sleepy home the tone of the relationship changes and it is Robin she loves. Bill has discovered a method of duplication and decides to make an exact replica of the woman he cannot have... .with disastrous consequences for them all.
Diplomatic PassportDiplomatic Passport · 1954
Diplomatic Passport
8.01954
MovieCrimeThriller
An American diplomat and his wife arrive in London, and are soon involved in a series of confusing and sometimes frightening events
MantrapMantrap · 1953
Mantrap
5.61953
MovieThrillerCrime
Branded as criminally insane and incarcerated for a murder he did not commit, Speight escapes from the asylum, determined to clear his name. He befriends private detective Hugo Bishop who, convinced that the wrong man has been convicted, agrees to help find the real killer. They begin their search for the murderer closest to home where both Thelma Speight and her employer Maurice Jerrard were visibly distressed by the news of her husband's jailbreak. More than Speight's 'insanity' fuels their worries.

Movies

SpacewaysSpaceways · 1953
Spaceways
4.81953
MovieDramaScience Fiction
A rocket engineer, responsible for sending a satellite into space, is accused of committing the most extraordinary crime.
The Malpas MysteryThe Malpas Mystery · 1960
The Malpas Mystery
7.01960
MovieMystery
After Audrey leaves prison after being framed for jewel theft, she gets a job offer from the mysterious Mr. Malpas, triggering a plot involving a missing heir, diamonds and kidnapping.
Alias John PrestonAlias John Preston · 1955
Alias John Preston
5.81955
MovieHorrorMystery
A mysterious young man settles in a rural English town and immediately starts making a good impression. Before long he has insinuated himself into local life, is married and is serving on the board of the local hospital. Everything seems to be going well for him until a newly appointed consultant psychiatrist shows up and starts asking some probing questions.
Valley of the EaglesValley of the Eagles · 1951
Valley of the Eagles
6.21951
MovieAdventureDrama
A Norwegian scientist builds a device that can convert sound waves into electrical energy. However, the machine is stolen by the scientist's wife and assistant, who head across the frozen tundra towards Russia. A police inspector and a local girl team up with the scientist to help recover the device.
Mask of DustMask of Dust · 1954
Mask of Dust
4.21954
MovieDrama
An idol of auto-racing fans attempts a comeback after serving in the Air Force. When his former rival lies dying in the hospital he must decide whether to continue in the Grand Prix, or make peace with his adversary. Featuring race car greats Stirling Moss, Reg Parnell, John Cooper, Alan Brown, Geoffrey Taylor and Leslie Marr.
Four Sided TriangleFour Sided Triangle · 1953
Four Sided Triangle
6.21953
MovieScience FictionRomance
A young man, in love with a woman who can never be his, discovers a way to fulfil his dreams. In their childhood the three were the best of friends, the perfect triangle. But years later when Lena returns to her sleepy home the tone of the relationship changes and it is Robin she loves. Bill has discovered a method of duplication and decides to make an exact replica of the woman he cannot have... .with disastrous consequences for them all.
Diplomatic PassportDiplomatic Passport · 1954
Diplomatic Passport
8.01954
MovieCrimeThriller
An American diplomat and his wife arrive in London, and are soon involved in a series of confusing and sometimes frightening events
MantrapMantrap · 1953
Mantrap
5.61953
MovieThrillerCrime
Branded as criminally insane and incarcerated for a murder he did not commit, Speight escapes from the asylum, determined to clear his name. He befriends private detective Hugo Bishop who, convinced that the wrong man has been convicted, agrees to help find the real killer. They begin their search for the murderer closest to home where both Thelma Speight and her employer Maurice Jerrard were visibly distressed by the news of her husband's jailbreak. More than Speight's 'insanity' fuels their worries.
The Young JacobitesThe Young Jacobites · 1960
The Young Jacobites
1960
MovieFamilyAdventure
The story of Highland children who help Bonnie Prince Charlie to escape to France after the battle of Culloden. Serial in 8 episodes: 1. Journey into the past (15mins; 1367 feet) 2. The traitor (16mins; 1423 feet) 3. The league in action (14mins; 1290 feet) 4. The ambush (15mins; 1385 feet) 5. The prince must be warned (14mins; 1292 feet) 6. The rescue (17mins; 1542 feet) 7. The enemy closes in (15mins; 1322 feet) 8. Over the threshold (20 mins; 1782 feet)
Paid to KillPaid to Kill · 1954
Paid to Kill
5.91954
MovieCrimeThriller
A man pays a hitman to kill him. Circumstances change and he tries to call off the hit but he has trouble getting the deal killed.
Tale of Three WomenTale of Three Women · 1954
Tale of Three Women
10.01954
MovieCrime
A compilation of 3 stories, "The Wedding Gift", "The Thief of London" and "The Final Twist". Originally part of the Danziger Brothers series "Calling Scotland Yard"
Strip Tease MurderStrip Tease Murder · 1961
Strip Tease Murder
7.01961
MovieCrimeThriller
The unusual death of a dancer at the Flamingo Club prompts the dancer's husband to dig deeper into the case. What he uncovers is a tangled web of blackmail, drug trafficking, and mad science.

TV Shows

Mark SaberMark Saber · 1954
Mark Saber
8.01954
SeriesCrimeDrama
A half-hour 1950s detective television series that took different forms and titles during its run. From October 1951 to June 1954, ABC Mystery Theater stars Tom Conway as the titular character, a plainclothes English detective working with the NYPD Homicide Division. The Vise (seasons 1–4): Donald Gray portrays Saber as a one-armed private detective based in London. Broadcast on ABC from October 1954 to June 1957. Saber of London (seasons 5–7): Gray reprises his role in this final iteration, broadcast on NBC from September 1957 to May 1960.
Richard the LionheartRichard the Lionheart · 1962
Richard the Lionheart
9.01962
SeriesFamily
A kid-friendly take on the exploits of King Richard the Lion Heart, from his participation in the Crusades, to his capture in Austria, to his final return to England.
Sir Francis DrakeSir Francis Drake · 1961
Sir Francis Drake
5.11961
Series
Sir Francis Drake was a British adventure television series starring Terence Morgan as Sir Francis Drake, commander of the sailing ship the Golden Hind. As well as battles at sea, sword fights, the series also deals with intrigue at Elizabeth's court, often caused by Spaniard, Mendoza.
The Young JacobitesThe Young Jacobites · 1963
The Young Jacobites
7.51963
SeriesDrama
Two children on holiday on The Isle of Skye, Scotland, go back in time and help Bonnie Prince Charlie escape from Scotland to France.