Reginald Rose was an American screenwriter, renowned for his exploration of controversial social and political issues. His realistic approach was particularly influential in the anthology programs of the 1950s.

Rose was born and raised in Manhattan. He was best known for his courtroom drama Twelve Angry Men, which explored the dynamics of a jury in a murder trial. This masterpiece was adapted into a film of the same name, directed by Sidney Lumet and released in 1957.