Edwin Harvey Blum (August 2, 1906 – May 2, 1995) was an American screenwriter. Edwin Blum was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey on August 2, 1906. His parents were Samuel Blum and Fannie Cohen. His father was involved with many professions over the years, including being a real estate broker and candy store proprietor, and his business took him all over the country. Edwin grew up in Philadelphia, Denver, New York City, and San Francisco. Edwin appeared to be poised to take over the family candy store business when he moved to Los Angeles in 1933 at the age of 27 and began screenwriting for Hollywood. His first work that was used for a movie was The New Adventures of Tarzan, and the 12 episode serial was released in 1935. He attempted to write for the stage, but his attempts in 1936 and 193