Robert M. Weitman (1905–1989) was an American film, TV and theatre producer and studio executive. For a number of years he was a leading executive at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, being head of production during a successful period in the 1960s under president Robert O'Brien. The two men oversaw the production of the last consistent run of classic films at the studio.[1][2]
Weitman ran theatres for Paramount in the 1930s and 40s, often booking big bands, In 1953 he went to work for ABC then moved to CBD in 1956. He joined MGM in 1960 and worked in TV production, enjoying success with the Dr Kildare series. He was appointed head of film production in January 1962.[3]
- ^ "'Obituaries – Robert M. Weitman, 83, Former Producer'". New York Times. January 22, 1989. Retrieved May 22, 2012.
- ^ "Robert Weitman, 84; Innovator in Era of Big Bands". Los Angeles Times. January 23, 1989. p. A16.
- ^ "MGM Appoints Robert Weitman to Studio Post". Los Angeles Times. January 8, 1962. p. 30.