Description

Book Synopsis
Features a lengthy and detailed corporate history of the studio, which began as an obscure producer of TV commercials. It rapidly evolved into a leader in program packaging, music publishing, audience studies, and TV broadcasting. Includes a program chronology listing the premiere and cancellation dates of every production.

Trade Review
Another valuable reference work from Scarecrow....a model of how TV reference books should be. * Film Monthly, (Uk) *
...important....I can only express my unbounded admiration for Mr. Perry and his research....Highly recommended. * Classic Images *
...a good reference listing for the television buff. * American Reference Books Annual *
... valuable. * American Cinematographer *
...captivating....a superior reference work... highly recommended. * Coast Book Review *
...a welcome addition...we hope it won't be a decade before Perry tackles another studio. * Communication Booknotes Quarterly *

Screen Gems A History of Columbia Pictures

    Product form

    £108.90

    Includes FREE delivery

    RRP £121.00 – you save £12.10 (10%)

    Order before 4pm today for delivery by Tue 18 Aug 2026.

    A Hardback by Jeb H. Perry

    Out of stock

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of Screen Gems A History of Columbia Pictures by Jeb H. Perry

      Publisher: Scarecrow Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/02/1992
      ISBN13: 9780810824874, 978-0810824874
      ISBN10: 0810824876

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Features a lengthy and detailed corporate history of the studio, which began as an obscure producer of TV commercials. It rapidly evolved into a leader in program packaging, music publishing, audience studies, and TV broadcasting. Includes a program chronology listing the premiere and cancellation dates of every production.

      Trade Review
      Another valuable reference work from Scarecrow....a model of how TV reference books should be. * Film Monthly, (Uk) *
      ...important....I can only express my unbounded admiration for Mr. Perry and his research....Highly recommended. * Classic Images *
      ...a good reference listing for the television buff. * American Reference Books Annual *
      ... valuable. * American Cinematographer *
      ...captivating....a superior reference work... highly recommended. * Coast Book Review *
      ...a welcome addition...we hope it won't be a decade before Perry tackles another studio. * Communication Booknotes Quarterly *

      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account