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William Peter Blatty
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William Peter Blatty

Creator · born January 7, 1928 · died 2017

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William Peter Blatty was an American writer, director and producer. He is best known for his 1971 novel The Exorcist and for his screenplay for the 1973 film adaptation.

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  1. 45Notable work: The ExorcistDecember 26, 1973
  2. 46Received the Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted ScreenplayApril 2, 1974
  3. 47Received the Saturn Award for Best WritingJanuary 7, 1975

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