Robert Butler

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.

Known For

Remington Steele 1982 ★ 7.1
Out on a Limb 1987 ★ 5.4
The Blue Knight 1973 ★ 5.0
Turbulence 1997 ★ 5.4
Up the Creek 1984 ★ 5.7
Mayday at 40,000 Feet 1977 ★ 6.4
Night of the Juggler 1980 ★ 6.6
Now You See Him, Now You Don't 1972 ★ 6.3
The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes 1969 ★ 6.0
James Dean 1976 ★ 4.7
Hot Lead & Cold Feet 1978 ★ 6.0
Star Trek: The Cage 1965 ★ 5.9
Scandalous John 1971 ★ 6.4
The Barefoot Executive 1971 ★ 5.6
Strange New World 1975 ★ 4.3
Kilroy 1965
A Question of Guilt 1978 ★ 7.0
The Blue Knight 1973 ★ 5.5
In the Glitter Palace 1977 ★ 4.0
The Ultimate Thrill 1974 ★ 5.3
Black Bart 1975 ★ 3.8
Dark Victory 1976
Underground Aces 1981 ★ 4.7
Lacy and the Mississippi Queen 1978 ★ 3.5