Alan Spencer

Alan Spencer is a versatile television writer, producer, and director known for his work in the entertainment industry. He gained prominence as the creator and executive producer of the satirical action-comedy TV series "Sledge Hammer!" which aired in the late 1980s. Spencer's unique blend of humor and storytelling contributed to the show's cult following and lasting impact. Throughout his career, Spencer has been involved in various television projects, including writing, producing, and directing. His creative contributions span different genres, showcasing his comedic talent and storytelling skills across multiple platforms within the entertainment industry.

Works

Bullet in the Face

Following a botched jewel heist, sociopath criminal Gunter Vogler is forced to assume the identity of a cop he shot and work undercover to take down the city’s crime lords.

Release Date:2012-08-16

Department:Creator

Job:Creator

Vote Count:19

Making History: Mel Brooks on Creating the World

Documentary on the making of Mel Brooks' classic comedy "History of the World, Part 1."

Release Date:2009-12-15

Character:Self

Musical Mel: Inventing The Inquisition

Documentary on the making of Mel Brooks' classic comedy "History of the World, Part 1."

Release Date:2009-12-15

Character:Self

Silent Laughter: The Reel Inspirations of 'Silent Movie'

A featurette about the origins of "Silent Movie," as well as its inspirations and development, direct cinematic influences, cast and performances, gag specifics and cut scenes, Brooks’ directorial style and a few other tidbits.

Release Date:2009-12-15

Character:Self

Hitchcock and Mel: Spoofing the Master of Suspense

A short documentary exploring the relationship between Alfred Hitchcock and Mel Brooks and the role it played in the production of "High Anxiety."

Release Date:2009-12-15

Character:Self

The Nutt House

The Nutt House was a short-lived situation comedy that aired on NBC as part of its 1989 Fall lineup. This fleeting comedy dealt with the day-to-day lives of the staff and (rare) guests in a New York hotel that had fallen on hard times.

Release Date:1989-09-20

Department:Creator

Job:Creator

Vote Count:3

Sledge Hammer!

Sledge Hammer! is an American satirical police sitcom produced by New World Television that ran for two seasons on ABC from 1986 to 1988. The series was created by Alan Spencer and stars David Rasche as Inspector Sledge Hammer, a preposterous caricature of the standard "cop on the edge" character. Al Jean and Mike Reiss, best known for their work on The Simpsons, wrote for the show and worked as story editors.

Release Date:1986-09-23

Department:Writing

Job:Writer

Episode Count:6

Vote Count:151

The Facts of Life

Mrs. Edna Garrett, housemother and dietitian at the Eastland School, teaches a group of girls in her charge how to solve those problems that every teenager has to face.

Release Date:1979-08-24

Department:Writing

Job:Writer

Episode Count:1

Vote Count:93