Bruce Lester

Born: 1912-06-06

Birthplace: Johannesburg, South Africa

Biography

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).

Known For

The Letter
Eagle Squadron
Without Reservations
Pride and Prejudice
Man Hunt
The Invisible Man Returns
I Walk Alone
Above Suspicion
King Richard and the Crusaders
If I Were King

Top Movie Credits

The Letter John Withers
Without Reservations Army Lieutenant (uncredited)
The Invisible Man Returns Chaplain (uncredited)
I Walk Alone Charles (uncredited)
If I Were King Noel de Jolys