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

King Richard and the Crusaders
Pride and Prejudice
The Invisible Man Returns
Tarzan and the Trappers
The Letter
If I Were King
Without Reservations
I Walk Alone
The Scarlet Coat
The Pathfinder

Top Movie Credits

The Invisible Man Returns Chaplain (uncredited)
Tarzan and the Trappers Commissioner Brandini
The Letter John Withers
If I Were King Noel de Jolys
Without Reservations Army Lieutenant (uncredited)
I Walk Alone Charles (uncredited)
The Scarlet Coat Col. Simcoe
The Pathfinder Capt. Clint Bradford