David Frankel

David Frankel (born April 2, 1959; New York City) is an American director, screenwriter and executive producer. He is the son of Max Frankel, a former executive editor of The New York Times. He won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film for his 1996 short film Dear Diary and an Emmy for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series for the pilot episode of Entourage (2004), and has since directed the successful studio films The Devil Wears... More

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  • Apr 2, 1959 (age 53 years)

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TV programs Created

The Ellen Burstyn Show

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Teech

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Grapevine

Grapevine, created by David Frankel, premiered on June 15, 1992 on CBS. David owned a restaurant in Miami, while his girlfriend Susan worked for a cruise line,...

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Awards

Quill Awards for Variety Blockbuster Book to Film Winners

BFCA Critics' Choice Award for Best Comedy Nominees

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