Description
The Paramount Pictures scripts span the years 1912-1983 and encompass 425 linear feet. More than 2,500
films are represented. The collection consists of a wide range of Story Department documents, such as
original source material, treatments, script drafts, continuities, synopses, tinting and toning sheets,
release dialogue scripts, and main billing sheets.
Background
Paramount Pictures is an American film production and distribution company dating from 1912. The
studio is located in Hollywood, California.
Extent
425 linear feet of papers.
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.