Richard O. Fleischer (December 8, 1916 – March 25, 2006) was an American film director.
Son of animator Max Fleischer.
Brother of Ruth Fleischer.
Nephew of Dave Fleischer (I).
Brother-in-law of Seymour Kneitel.
Biography in: John Wakeman, editor. "World Film Directors, Volume One, 1890-1945." Pages 345-351. New York: The H.W. Wilson Company, 1987.
Father of Bruce Fleischer
Father of Mark Fleischer.
Grandfather of Claire Fleischer.
Enjoyed playing the game tiddlywinks with his granddaughter Vivian.
At his LA mansion, had a pool in the shape of Mickey Mouse's head.
Grandsons, Nick (b. 1985) and Skyler (b. 1987). Granddaughters, Vivian (b. 1993), Claire (b. 1990) and Helen (b. 1996).
His father's animation studios was one of the biggest competitors to Walt Disney's studio. Ironically, Disney ended up hiring Richard to direct his studio's first live-action feature, 20000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954).
