Lester Matthews

Born: 1900-06-05

Birthplace: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, UK

Biography

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Lester Matthews (June 6, 1900 - June 5, 1975) was an English actor born in Nottingham, England, UK. In his career, he made more than 180 appearances in film and on television. He was on occasion erroneously credited as Lester Mathews and especially in later years was sometimes known as Les Matthews. He died on the 6 June 1975 in Los Angeles, California. He was cremated. His ashes were scattered into the Pacific Ocean. He appeared on television many times including an episode of The Alfred Hitchcock Hour entitled "Completely Foolproof" (original air date: March 29, 1965).

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Known For

Niagara
The Adventures of Robin Hood
Monsieur Verdoux
Objective, Burma!
The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel
Lorna Doone
Northern Pursuit
Young Bess
Les Miserables
Moonfleet

Top Movie Credits

Niagara Doctor (uncredited)
Monsieur Verdoux Prosecutor (uncredited)
Objective, Burma! British Maj. Fitzpatrick
The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel British Officer (uncredited)
Lorna Doone King Charles II
Northern Pursuit Colonel (uncredited)
Young Bess Sir William Paget
Les Miserables Mentou Sr. (uncredited)
Moonfleet Major Hennishaw