Nat Hiken

Personal Info

Known For Writer

Gender Male

Birthday 1914-06-23

Deathday 1968-12-07 (54 years old)

Place of Birth Chicago, Illinois, USA

Also Known As Nathan S. Hiken

Nat Hiken

Biography

Nat Hiken was an American radio and television writer, producer, and songwriter, renowned for his contributions to early television comedy. Born in Chicago, Illinois, he began his career in radio, writing for shows like The Grouch Club and The Fred Allen Show. Transitioning to television, Hiken created and wrote for The Phil Silvers Show (1955–1959) and Car 54, Where Are You? (1961–1963), both of which became iconic series. His work was noted for its sharp wit, character-driven humor, and satirical take on institutions like the military and police. Hiken's innovative approach to comedy has influenced generations of television writers and producers.

Known For

Writer

1969
The Love God?

as Screenplay

1966
Carol + 2

as Writer

1955
1939
Slapsie Maxie's

as Screenplay

1938
The Great Library Misery

as Original Story

Producer

1955

Creator

1961
1955

Director

1969
The Love God?

as Director