Science Fiction, Horror & Fantasy Film and Television Credits Supplement: Through 1987

Published in 1989, this supplement serves as an essential update to Harris M. Lentz III's comprehensive bibliographic work on genre cinema and television. Compiled during a period when archival research into science fiction and horror media was becoming increasingly rigorous, the volume was intended to provide scholars and enthusiasts with accurate documentation of credits that were often overlooked in mainstream filmographies. It builds upon the foundational database established in the original volumes, ensuring that the rapidly expanding landscape of 1980s genre production was captured with meticulous detail.

Lentz designed the volume as a reference tool, prioritizing clarity and exhaustive indexing to assist researchers in tracking the contributions of actors, directors, and technical crew members across decades of genre output. The work is respected within the library and archival community for its commitment to preserving the lineage of speculative fiction productions. By cataloging credits through 1987, Lentz provided a necessary bridge for researchers to navigate the evolution of high-concept film and television, establishing a standard for subsequent genre-specific reference literature.