William Stephens (producer)

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William Stephens (1897–1962) was an American film producer.

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In the late 1940s he made a number of films for Robert L. Lippert. [1] He also worked with Kroger Babb. [2]

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References

  1. Schallert, E. (Jul 13, 1948). "Cameron story-buyer; 'green gold' slated". Los Angeles Times. ProQuest   165891603.
  2. "FILMLAND BRIEFS". Los Angeles Times. Oct 25, 1950. ProQuest   166127794.