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Philip K. Dick

Writing

0.3 Popularity Dec 16, 1928 (53 years old) Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

American short story writer, novelist, and essayist. Dick has been hailed as one of the most original and thought-provoking writers of science fiction. He is regarded as one of the most prolific writers of the form during the mid-twentieth century. Since his death, Dick's work has been the subject ...

Biography

American short story writer, novelist, and essayist. Dick has been hailed as one of the most original and thought-provoking writers of science fiction. He is regarded as one of the most prolific writers of the form during the mid-twentieth century. Since his death, Dick's work has been the subject of numerous critical studies and cinematic adaptations. Critics praise his short stories as innovative and provocative, contending that Dick's fiction cleverly explores scientific, social, and metaphysical issues of concern to post-World War II America.

Filmography 38

2025
The Skull Movie

Short Story

2021
2021
A Glitch in the Matrix Movie

as self (archive footage)

2018
Thlípsi Movie

Thanks

2017
Blade Runner 2049 Movie

Characters

2016
The Worlds of Philip K. Dick Movie

as Self - Writer (archive footage)

2015
2013
The pipers Movie

Short Story

2013
The Crystal Crypt Movie

Short Story

2012
Total Recall Movie

Short Story

2011
The Adjustment Bureau Movie

Short Story

2011
Meddler Movie

Short Story

2010
2009
Screamers: The Hunting Movie

Original Story

2007
2007
Sacrificial Sheep: The Novel vs. the Film Movie

as Self (archive footage)

Photos 1

Philip K. Dick Photo

Personal Details

Known For Writing
Gender Male
Birthday December 16, 1928 (53 years old)
Died March 02, 1982
Place of Birth Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Also Known As Philip Kindred Dick, Richard Phillips, Jack Dowland
Years Active 1982 - 2025
Popularity 0.3
Career Stats
38 Total Credits
6 Movie Roles
1 Photos