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Robert Butler

Born 1927-11-17

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.

Known for

Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman 1993 · 6.7 Turbulence 1997 · 5.0 Up the Creek 1984 · 5.5 The Barefoot Executive 1971 · 5.9 Night of the Juggler 1980 · 6.6 White Mile 1994 · 5.7 Underground Aces 1981 · 4.1