Harve Bennett

Screenwriter and producer for Star Trek

Harve Bennett - Screenwriter and producer for Star Trek
Born

August 17th, 1930
94 years ago

Died

February 25th, 2015
10 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

Links & References

Contributed as a writer and producer to multiple Star Trek films and television series. Engaged in the production of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, which became one of the most successful films of the franchise. Involvement with Star Trek III: The Search for Spock and Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home further solidified a prominent role in the development of the franchise. Worked extensively in television and produced shows including The Six Million Dollar Man and The Bionic Woman, both of which gained significant viewership during their runs.

Produced and co-wrote Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

Produced Star Trek III: The Search for Spock

Produced Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home

Produced The Six Million Dollar Man

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