Alan Landsburg

Alan William Landsburg (May 10, 1933 – August 13, 2014) was an American television writer, producer, and director. He was the founder and CEO of Alan Landsburg Productions and the Landsburg Company and was involved in producing over fifty movies of the week. He had over 2,000 hours of television production experience. Biography Early life Alan William Landsburg was born on May 10, 1933, in White Plains, New York. His father was Harry Landsburg and his mother, Fannie (Koslowe) Landsburg. He graduated from New York University with a degree in communications. He was immediately drafted due to the Korean War and was assigned to the Army Radio Network as a writer-director. Career Drawing upon his experience at the Army Radio Network, he embarked upon a career in writing and directing television programs in Manhattan, later relocating to California in the 1960s. From the early-1960s to the mid-70's, he established himself as a documentary producer. His film, Kennedy, The First Thousand Days received a standing ovation at the 1964 Democratic National Convention. Along with David L. Wolper, he pioneered the television documentary series format. His credits include: Biography – wrote, directed, and/or produced 65 episodes hosted by Mike Wallace. National Geographic Specials The World of Jacques Cousteau — Landsburg executive produced the first season of this landmark aquatic exploration documentary program that was later renamed The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau Alaska Wilderness Lake — A 1971 documentary that was nominated for an Academy Award. In Search of... — Launched in 1976, the series explored the paranormal and was hosted by Leonard Nimoy. In 1980, he created one of the first reality shows, That's Incredible!.