Born in Russia to Lithuanian parents, Samuel Hoffenstein emigrated to the U.S. in his teens. Hoffenstein served as drama critic for the New York Evening Sun before embarking upon a screenwriting career in Hollywood. Read Full Biography
| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Screenplay | Laura | Nominated |
| 1934 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Score | The Gay Divorcee | Nominated |
| 1931 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Adapted Screenplay | Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde | Nominated |
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