Biography
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
Cast Credits
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Crew
Crew Credits
The Division
Role: Director
TV • 2001
Turbulence
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1997
White Mile
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1994
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Role: Producer
TV • 1993
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
Role: Director
TV • 1993
Sirens
Role: Director
TV • 1993
Sisters
Role: Director
TV • 1991
Sisters
Role: Executive Producer
TV • 1991
Midnight Caller
Role: Director
TV • 1988
Out of Time
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1988
Out of Time
Role: Executive Producer
MOVIE • 1988
Out on a Limb
Role: Director
TV • 1987
Long Time Gone
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1986
Our Family Honor
Role: Director
TV • 1985
Moonlighting
Role: Director
TV • 1985
Concrete Beat
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1984
Up the Creek
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1984
Remington Steele
Role: Director
TV • 1982
Remington Steele
Role: Creator
TV • 1982
Hill Street Blues
Role: Director
TV • 1981