Henry S. Kesler

Henry S. Kesler (April 24, 1907 – May 15, 1997) was an American assistant director, second unit director, and director on over 240 films and television programs. A grandson of Joseph F. Smith, Kesler was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

Early life Henry "Hank" Smith Kesler was born on April 24, 1907, in the Beehive House in Salt Lake City to Alonzo Pratt Kesler and Donnette Smith Kesler.

Kesler entered the film industry by working with Robert Nash. He worked in various positions and with a number of directors including Andrew Stone, Hunt Stromberg, and James Nasser. He later helped writer Steven Fisher with the story line of Tokyo Joe. He worked for ZIV Studios until it was sold to United Artists. Then Kesler went to MCA Television Enterprises where he continued to direct and produce television shows.

Personal life Kesler married Helen Dart in 1931, but the couple later divorced.

Selected filmography 5 Steps to Danger (1957) Director Song of the Land (1953) Director Bedside Manner (1945) Second Unit Director