Peter Masterson Discussion

Peter Masterson: Peter Masterson. Actor: The Exorcist. Actor, writer, producer and director Peter Masterston is best known for his adaptation of Larry L. King's "Playboy" magazine article "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982)" into a smash Broadway musical, for which he received two Tony nominations. He also was the screenwriter of the underwhelming 1982 film adaptation that starred Burt Reynolds and Dolly Parton. Masterston complained that Reynolds, then in full-superstar status,...

Known For: The Exorcist (Dr. Barringer - Clinic Director(as Pete Masterson)), The Trip to Bountiful (Director), The Stepford Wives (Walter), In the Heat of the Night (Fryer)