Description
The Paul Henreid papers span the years 1934-1987 (bulk 1941-1974) and encompass 26 linear feet. The
collection includes scripts, correspondence, scrapbooks, and photographs. The photograph series consists
of 3,273 items, including prints, contact sheets, snapshots, postcards, 35mm motion picture film frames,
and copy negatives. The photographs are all motion picture production photographs from 38 films Henreid
appeared in and/or directed.
Background
Paul Henreid was an Italian-born actor and director. His career as an actor spanned 1933 to 1977. He
emigrated to the United States in 1940. He is best known for his roles in NOW VOYAGER (1942) and
CASABLANCA (1943). In the 1950s and 1960s Henreid directed films and television.
Extent
22 linear feet of papers.
4 linear feet of photographs.
Restrictions
Property rights to the physical object belong to the Margaret Herrick Library. Researchers are
responsible for obtaining all necessary rights, licenses, or permissions from the appropriate companies
or individuals before quoting from or publishing materials obtained from the library.
Availability
Available by appointment only.