Michael Crichton
John Michael Crichton (October 23, 1942 – November 4, 2008), best known as Michael Crichton, was an American author, producer, director, and screenwriter, best known for his work in the science fiction, medical fiction, and thriller genres. His books have sold over 150 million copies worldwide, and many have been adapted into films. In 1994, Crichton became the only creative artist ever to have works simultaneously charting at #1 in television, film, and book sales (with ER, Jurassic Park, and Disclosure, respectively). His literary works are usually based on the action genre and heavily feature technology. His novels epitomize the techno-thriller genre of literature, often exploring technology and failures of human interaction with it, especially resulting in catastrophes with biotechnology. Many of his future history novels have medical or scientific underpinnings, reflecting his medical training and science background. He was the author of, among others, Jurassic Park, The Andromeda Strain, Congo, Travels, Sphere, Rising Sun, Disclosure, The Lost World, Airframe, Timeline, Prey, State of Fear, Next (the final book published before his death), Pirate Latitudes (published November 24, 2009), and a final unfinished techno-thriller yet to be released. Forbes listed Crichton in tenth place in its list of "Top-Earning Dead Celebrities" of 2009.
Return to Jurassic Park
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Movie pageThe Andromeda Strain
as Bearded Surgeon (uncredited)When virtually all of the residents of Piedmont, New Mexico, are found dead after the return to...
Movie pageThe Making of 'Jurassic Park'
as SelfThis documentary treats film fans to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of "Jurassic Park,"...
Movie pageBeyond Jurassic Park
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Movie pageThe Man Who Shot Chinatown: The Life and Work of John A. Alonzo
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Movie pageIntimate Portrait: Sean Connery
as SelfOscar-winning actor Sean Connery is profiled in this segment of "Intimate Portrait." Includes...
Movie pageA Portrait of Michael Crichton
as SelfMichael Crichton discusses his early career as a writer, leading up to his writing of the...
Movie pageOn Location with Westworld
as Self (uncredited)This promotional short shows what went on behind the scenes during the shooting of the science...
Movie pageThe Making of 'The Lost World'
as SelfBehind-the-scenes documentary about the making of director Steven Spielberg's 1997 film "The...
Movie pageThe Andromeda Strain: Making the Film
as SelfThe making of "The Andromeda Strain".
Movie pageThe View
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TV Show pageThe Dick Cavett Show
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