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Screenwriter Alan Trustman, Creator of 'Thomas Crown Affair,' Dies at 95

3/9/2026

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Alan Trustman, a corporate lawyer who turned to screenwriting in the 1960s after being inspired by a bad movie, wrote The Thomas Crown Affair, which became a successful film in 1968.
Trustman also wrote for other notable films, including "Bullitt" and "They Call Me Mr. Tibbs!".
His work often tackled themes of crime and social issues.
Trustman died on February 5 at 95.

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Story summary

Alan Trustman, a corporate lawyer who turned to screenwriting in the 1960s after being inspired by a bad movie, wrote The Thomas Crown Affair, which became a successful film in 1968.
Trustman also wrote for other notable films, including "Bullitt" and "They Call Me Mr. Tibbs!".
His work often tackled themes of crime and social issues.
Trustman died on February 5 at 95.