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John Ryan(1928-2010)

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  • Producer
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John 'Jack' Vernon Ryan born in 1928, was a director and producer. He worked at CBC for many years, bringing his creative talents to a variety of projects, including Man Alive (1967) and the beloved Canadian children's show Mr. Dressup (1967). One of his favorite memories working at CBC was working with Bob Homme on The Friendly Giant (1958).
BornAugust 21, 1928
DiedJanuary 8, 2010(81)
BornAugust 21, 1928
DiedJanuary 8, 2010(81)
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The Friendly Giant (1958)
The Friendly Giant
8.4
TV Series
  • Director
Mr. Dressup (1967)
Mr. Dressup
9.2
TV Series
  • Director

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  • Mr. Dressup (1967)
    Mr. Dressup
    9.2
    TV Series
    • Director
    • 1984
  • The Friendly Giant (1958)
    The Friendly Giant
    8.4
    TV Series
    • Director
    • 1982

Producer



  • The Friendly Giant (1958)
    The Friendly Giant
    8.4
    TV Series
    • producer
    • 1982

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  • Born
    • August 21, 1928
  • Died
    • January 8, 2010
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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    • Jack

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