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Christopher Lee (May 5, 1922 – June 7, 2015) was an English actor and musician. Lee initially portrayed villains and became famous for his role as Count Dracula in a string of Hammer Horror films. Other notable roles include Lord Summerisle in The Wicker Man (1973), Francisco Scaramanga in The Man with the Golden Gun (1974), Count Dooku in Star Wars episodes II and III (2002, 2005) and Saruman in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy (2001–2003). Lee considers his most important role to have been his portrayal of Pakistan’s founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the biopic Jinnah (1998). He is well known for his deep, commanding voice. Lee has performed roles in 266 films since 1948 making him the Guinness book world record holder for most film acting roles ever. He was knighted in 2009 and received the BAFTA Fellowship in 2011.

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Christopher Lee
Christopher Lee
93 years (May 27, 1922 – Jun 7, 2015)
Westminster, London, England, UK
205 Movies
36 TV Shows
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Christopher Lee

One of the great British actors in film history, with more than two hundred films. International breakthrough as Count Dracula in the Hammer horror films, and as Saruman in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy (2001-2003) and The Hobbit (2012-2014). Portrayed Count Dooku in the Star Wars saga (2002-2005) and Scaramanga in The Man with the Golden Gun (1974). Knight of the British Empire, an absolute benchmark of horror and fantasy cinema, recognized for his imposing presence and unmistakable voice across seven decades.
One of the great British actors in film history, with more than two hundred films. International breakthrough as Count Dracula in the Hammer horror films, and as Saruman in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy (2001-2003) and The Hobbit (2012-2014). Portrayed Count Dooku in the Star Wars saga (2002-2005) and Scaramanga in The Man with the Golden Gun (1974). Knight of the British Empire, an absolute benchmark of horror and fantasy cinema, recognized for his imposing presence and unmistakable voice across seven decades.
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Angels in Notting Hill
The Boss / Mr. President (voice)
★ 5.5
2015
Film
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
Saruman the White
★ 7.3
2014
Film
The Girl from Nagasaki
Old Officer Pinkerton
★ 5.6
2013
Film
Night Train to Lisbon
Father Bartholomeu
★ 6.5
2013
Film
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Saruman the White
★ 7.4
2012
Film
The Fall of the House Of Usher
The Narrator
★ 7.9
2012
Film
Dark Shadows
Clarney
★ 6.1
2012
Film
Enzo Ferrari 1898 - 1988
Narrator
★ 7.0
2012
Film
Hugo
Monsieur Labisse
★ 7.2
2011
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Christopher Lee still alive?
Christopher Lee passed away on June 7, 2015 at age 93.
What are the most famous roles of Christopher Lee?
Christopher Lee is best known for roles in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.
How many movies has Christopher Lee been in?
Over a 76-year career (since 1939), Christopher Lee has appeared in 201 movies and 33 TV shows.
What was Christopher Lee's first movie?
The career of Christopher Lee began with Eugen Weidmann Execution Film (1939).
What is Christopher Lee's most recent movie or series?
Christopher Lee's most recent release is Drácula Barcelona, which premiered on October 5, 2017.
What TV shows has Christopher Lee appeared in?
On television, Christopher Lee has appeared in The Odyssey, Saturday Night Live, Charlie's Angels, The Colour of Magic.
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Christopher Lee
Christopher Lee
1922-05-27 · Westminster, London, England, UK

Christopher Lee (May 5, 1922 – June 7, 2015) was an English actor and musician. Lee initially portrayed villains and became famous for his role as Count Dracula in a string of Hammer Horror films. Other notable roles include Lord Summerisle in The Wicker Man (1973), Francisco Scaramanga in The Man with the Golden Gun (1974), Count Dooku in Star Wars episodes II and III (2002, 2005) and Saruman in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy (2001–2003). Lee considers his most important role to have been his portrayal of Pakistan's founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the biopic Jinnah (1998). He is well known for his deep, commanding voice. Lee has performed roles in 266 films since 1948 making him the Guinness book world record holder for most film acting roles ever. He was knighted in 2009 and received the BAFTA Fellowship in 2011.

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