Archie Gottler (May 14, 1896 – June 24, 1959) was a multifaceted American composer, screenwriter, actor, and film director. Born in New York City, Gottler was educated at City College of New York and Long Island Business College. He began his career as a stage performer and was an accomplished pianist. Over the years, he made significant contributions to Broadway musicals, composing for shows such as the "Ziegfeld Follies" and "Winter Garden Revues." He wrote numerous songs, including "America I Love You," "Baby Me," and "Maybe It's Love."

Gottler's work extended to the film industry, where he directed the 1934 film "Woman Haters," the first of 190 Three Stooges comedy shorts for Columbia Pictures. He composed music for 19 films, directed 9, and wrote 7 screenplays. During World War II, he contributed to the Signal Corps Film Training Program as a consultant to the Special Services.

Throughout his career, Gottler collaborated with notable figures such as Sidney Mitchell, Edgar Leslie, Con Conrad, Johnny Lange, and George Meyer. He was a member of ASCAP from 1917 and left a lasting legacy in both the music and film industries. Archie Gottler passed away in Hollywood, California, and was buried at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.