Bruce Lester
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Bruce Lester is a South African actor, and beyond the credits there is little on file. There is more work here than the profile suggests, 35 credits in all. Within the filmography, 'The Letter' is the standout entry, where he takes the role of John Withers. Another entry in the record is 'Pride and Prejudice'.
Bruce Lester
33 Movies
2 Series
Bruce Lester is a South African actor, and beyond the credits there is little on file. There is more work here than the profile suggests, 35 credits in all. Within the filmography, 'The Letter' is the standout entry, where he takes the role of John Withers. Another entry in the record is 'Pride and Prejudice'.
Movies
Plays Mr. Bingley
Pride and Prejudice
1940
Plays Castelaine
King Richard and the Crusaders
1954
Plays John Withers
The Letter
1940
Plays Flight Lt. Sterling Richardson
A Yank in the R.A.F.
1941
Plays Thornley
Above Suspicion
1943
Plays Noel de Jolys
If I Were King
1938
Plays Jerry Dean
To Be a Lady
1935
Plays Allan-a-Dale
Tales of Robin Hood
1951
Plays Col. Simcoe
The Scarlet Coat
1955
Plays King
Eagle Squadron
1942
Writer
Plays Capt. van Buren
Charade
1953
Plays Hugh Bromilow
Shadows on the Stairs
1941
Plays Capt. Clint Bradford
The Pathfinder
1952
Plays Larry Peters
Celia: The Sinister Affair of Poor Aunt Nora
1949
Plays Frank Bennett
British Intelligence
1939
Plays Dr. Bentley
Shining Victory
1941
Plays Lord Noel Stratton
The Witness Vanishes
1939
Plays Clyde
Singapore Woman
1941
Plays Rodney Bowman
Boy Meets Girl
1938
Plays Richard Byrd
Golden Earrings
1947
Plays Rory O'Riorden
My Son, My Son!
1940
Plays Lt. Christopher 'Kit' Hilton
The Mysterious Doctor
1943
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The Scarlet Coat
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The Scarlet Coat
Col. Simcoe
1955
Film
King Richard and the Crusaders
Castelaine
1954
Film
Charade
Capt. van Buren
1953
Film
The Pathfinder
Capt. Clint Bradford
1952
Film
Four Star Playhouse
1st Club Member · 1 episode
1952–
TV
Tales of Robin Hood
Allan-a-Dale
1951
Film
The Son of Dr. Jekyll
Daniels' Reporter (uncredited)
1951
Film
Schlitz Playhouse of Stars
Ray · 1 episode
1951–
TV
Secrets of Monte Carlo
British Inspector
1951
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bruce Lester still alive?
Bruce Lester passed away on June 13, 2008 at age 96.
What are the most famous roles of Bruce Lester?
Bruce Lester is best known for roles in The Letter, Pride and Prejudice, The Invisible Man Returns.
How many movies has Bruce Lester been in?
Over a 76-year career (since 1932), Bruce Lester has appeared in 33 movies and 2 TV shows.
What was Bruce Lester's first movie?
The career of Bruce Lester began with All That Is England (1932).
What is Bruce Lester's most recent movie or series?
Bruce Lester's most recent release is Tarzan and the Trappers, which premiered on March 21, 1960.
What TV shows has Bruce Lester appeared in?
On television, Bruce Lester has appeared in Four Star Playhouse, Schlitz Playhouse of Stars, Dangerous Assignment.
Bruce Lester
1912-06-06 · Johannesburg, South Africa
Bruce Lester appeared in films from the 1930s into the 1950s, mainly in supporting roles. He was born Bruce Lister in Johannesburg, South Africa and later resided in England. After studying at Brighton College, he began his career on the London Stage and made his big screen debut in 1934. Lester's co-stars included Ronald Colman, Boris Karloff, James Cagney, Ray Milland and Joan Crawford. His film credits include, "To Be a Lady" (1934), "The Third Clue" (1934), "Boy Meets Girl" (1938), "The Witness Vanishes" (1939), "British Intelligence" (1940), "Pride and Prejudice" (1940), "The Letter" (1940, "Above Suspicion" (1943), "Golden Earrings" (1947), "The Fool and the Princess" (1948) and "Tarzan and the Trappers" (1958).