Peter Benchley

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Biography: Peter Bradford Benchley (May 8, 1940 – February 12, 2006) was an American author, best known for his novel Jaws and its subsequent film adaptation, the latter co-written by Benchley (with Carl Gottlieb) and directed by Steven Spielberg. Several more of his works were also adapted for cinema, including The Deep, The Island, Beast, and White Shark.

Department: Writing

Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA

Birthday: May 08, 1940

Deathday: February 11, 2006

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Gender: Male

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Known For:

The Shark Is Still Working: The Impact & Legacy of "Jaws"
In the Teeth of Jaws
The Making of 'Jaws'
Jaws
Hunters of the Reef
Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle