Boss Lady
1952 · 1 season · 12 eps · ★ 3.5 · Comedy
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Gwen Allen runs a construction company while trying to keep her well-meaning but inept father from disrupting the business.
Directed by William D. Russell · Written by Robert Mann
Network: NBC
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Lynn Bari Gwen Allen -
Nicholas Joy Mr. Allen -
Glenn Langan Jeff Standish -
Charles Smith Chester Allen -
Lee Patrick Aggie -
Richard Gaines Roger
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