Liam O'Brien scripts, bulk 1950s-1980s

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Summary

Creators:
O'Brien, Liam, 1913-1996
Abstract:
This collection consists of scripts of screenwriter and television producer Liam O'Brien (1913-1996). These include scripts for the television series "Police Story," as well as research that went into the series.
Extent:
21.375 Linear Feet 19 boxes
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

[Box/folder no. or item name], Liam O'Brien scripts, Collection no. 2321, Cinematic Arts Library, USC Libraries, University of Southern California.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of the scripts of screenwriter and television producer Liam O'Brien (1913-1996). These include scripts for the television series "Police Story," as well as research that went into the series. O'Brien also worked on "Miami Vice," "Here Comes the Groom" (1951), "The Remarkable Mr. Pennypacker" (1959), and "Johnny Midnight."

Biographical / historical:

Liam O'Brien (1913-1996) was an American screenwriter and television producer. O'Brien was a producer for the television series "Miami Vice" and "Police Story." He also wrote the screenplays for the film "Here Comes the Groom" (1951); the Broadway play "The Remarkable Mr. Pennypacker" (1959); and television series "Johnny Midnight" and "Police Story." His younger brother is actor and film producer Edmond O'Brien.

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Preferred citation:

[Box/folder no. or item name], Liam O'Brien scripts, Collection no. 2321, Cinematic Arts Library, USC Libraries, University of Southern California.

Location of this collection:
Cinematic Arts Library
Doheny Memorial Library, Room G4
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0185, US
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