Frank Kane(1912-1968)
- Writer
Frank Kane was born in New York, and by the age of 19 had finished
college at New York University. From the 1930s to the 190s he was a
prolific writer of books, radio shows and television series. He is best
known for his popular books about the adventures of detective Johnny
Liddell. Kane's character was the hero of some 30 books, more than 400
short stories, and was featured in detective magazines such as
"Manhunt", "The Saint", "Private Eye" and "Pursuit". He penned scripts
for some of the most popular radio programs of the day, including six
years as the writer for the audience favorite "The Shadow." Other
detective shows Kane wrote for included "Gang Busters," "Casey, Crime
Photographer" and "Nick Carter." He also created, wrote and produced
"Claims Agent" for NBC, which was based on Kane's character, Jim
Rogers, Claims Agent. Later in his career, Frank Kane spent time in
Hollywood, writing for the television networks, including
Special Agent 7 (1958),
The Investigators (1961)
and, most notably,
Mike Hammer (1958). One of his
most popular books, "Key Witness," was made into a movie.
L'homme qui a trop parlé (1960).
Frank Kane died unexpectedly at his home in Manahasset, NY, in 1968, with many projects unfinished.
Frank Kane died unexpectedly at his home in Manahasset, NY, in 1968, with many projects unfinished.
