Louis Friedlander, later known as Lew Landers, was a highly accomplished American film and television director. Born on January 2, 1901, in New York City, he began his career in the entertainment industry as an actor. In 1914, he made his cinematic debut, appearing in two feature films, including D. W. Griffith's drama "The Escape" and the comedy short "Admission – Two Pins," alongside Glen White, under his birth name.
Landers' journey in filmmaking began in the 1930s, and his first notable project was the 1935 thriller "The Raven," starring Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi. He went on to direct numerous films, exploring various genres, such as westerns, comedies, and horror films. Throughout his career, he worked with every major film studio, as well as many minor ones.
In the 1950s, Landers began to alternate his film work with directing television series. One notable project was directing two episodes of the popular show "Adventures of Superman," which were shot in black and white within a week.
Tragically, Lew Landers passed away on December 16, 1962, due to a heart attack. His final resting place is located at the Chapel of the Pines Crematory.
