Richard Michaels is an American television director and producer whose career spanned several decades, particularly from the 1960s through the 1990s. He is best known for directing over 50 episodes of the classic sitcom Bewitched (1964–1972), significantly contributing to its enduring popularity. Michaels also directed television movies such as ...And Your Name Is Jonah (1979) and Homeward Bound (1980). His work is characterized by a keen sense of comedic timing and a deep understanding of television production.