S. Lee Pogostin
An image from Nightmare Honeymoon, one of the productions that also features S. Lee Pogostin.

S. Lee Pogostin

March 8, 1927 — Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

S. Lee Pogostin was an American screenwriter and director recognized for his work in television and film. Born in Jersey City, he enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 15 by lying about his age. Pogostin began his career writing for radio before transitioning to television, where he wrote for series such as Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre, earning a Primetime Emmy nomination in 1966 for the episode "The Game". He wrote and directed the film Hard Contract (1969), starring James Coburn and Lee Remick. Pogostin's work was noted for its depth and character-driven narratives, contributing significantly to television and film during his career.

High Road to China

High Road to China

1983

Pressure Point

Pressure Point

1962

The UFO Incident

The UFO Incident

1975

Hard Contract

Hard Contract

1969

Golden Needles

Golden Needles

1974

Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre

1963

Nightmare Honeymoon

Nightmare Honeymoon

1974

Synanon

Synanon

1965