Robert Butler
- Born
- November 16, 1927 · Los Angeles, California, USA
- Died
- November 3, 2023
- miscellaneous
- Director
- Writer
Robert Butler (November 17, 1927 - November 3, 2023), the revered director known for steering the debut episodes of iconic series like Batman, Star Trek, Hill Street Blues, and Moonlighting, passed away on November 3 in Los Angeles at the age of 95. Butler also played a role in co-creating Remington Steele, featuring Pierce Brosnan, and directed its inaugural episode. His legacy extends to directing the premiere of Hogan’s Heroes in 1965, setting the stage and directing pivotal episodes for Glenn Gordon Caron’s Moonlighting, Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, Sisters, and The Division.
Filmography · 11 credits
- 2015Earl Hamner Storyteller · Self (Self)
- 1997Turbulence · Director
- 1984Up the Creek · Director
- 1981Underground Aces · Director
- 1980Night of the Juggler · Director
- 1978Hot Lead and Cold Feet · Director
- 1974The Ultimate Thrill · Director
- 1972Now You See Him, Now You Don't · Director
- 1971The Barefoot Executive · Director
- 1971Scandalous John · Director
- 1969The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes · Director