Robert Butler

Directing·Nov 16, 1927·Los Angeles, California, USA

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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.

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Concrete Beat1984 · Director	Director
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Night of the Juggler1980 · Director	Director
Hot Lead & Cold Feet1978 · Director	Director
Lacy and the Mississippi Queen1978 · Director	Director
A Question of Guilt1978 · Director	Director
Mayday at 40,000 Feet1977 · Director	Director
In the Glitter Palace1977 · Director	Director
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