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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.
Robert Butler was an American filmmaker best known as a pioneer of television who directed the pilot episodes for major series including Star Trek, Batman, and Hill Street Blues.
He is recognized for establishing the visual identity of numerous television programs, co-creating Remington Steele, and directing the premiere episode of the original Star Trek series, The Cage.