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Leonard Freeman

1920 – 1974

American television writer and producer

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Lived 1920 – 1974 (aged 53). Leonard Freeman was an American television producer, screenwriter, actor, film director and film producer.

Leonard Freeman (October 31, 1920 – January 20, 1974) was an American television writer and producer who is best remembered as the creator of the CBS series Hawaii Five-O in 1968. He appeared in a 1953 episode (#112) of the TV series The Lone Ranger.

Hawaii Five-O ran for twelve seasons, at the time a record for a crime drama. In 1960, he wrote for the series Route 66; in 1962, he produced The Untouchables. In 1967, he produced the western film, Hang 'Em High. A decade earlier, he wrote scripts for the syndicated Men of Annapolis.

Freeman died in 1974

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Joan Taylor

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Who was Leonard Freeman?

American television writer and producer (1920–1974)

When was Leonard Freeman born?

Leonard Freeman was born on 31 October 1920 in Sonoma County.

When did Leonard Freeman die?

Leonard Freeman died on 20 January 1974 in Palo Alto.

What was Leonard Freeman's occupation?

Leonard Freeman was a television producer, screenwriter, actor, film director and film producer.

What nationality was Leonard Freeman?

Leonard Freeman was American.

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· Wikipedia: Leonard Freeman

· Wikidata: Q2885608

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