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).

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Filmography

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Four Star Playhouse

1952Series
6.7
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Dangerous Assignment

Dangerous Assignment

1952Series
3.5
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Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

1940Film
6.9
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The Letter

The Letter

1940Film
7.3
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The Invisible Man Returns

The Invisible Man Returns

1940Film
6.3
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Schlitz Playhouse of Stars

Schlitz Playhouse of Stars

1951Series
7.2
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I Walk Alone

I Walk Alone

1947Film
6.5
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King Richard and the Crusaders

King Richard and the Crusaders

1954Film
6.3
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Eagle Squadron

Eagle Squadron

1942Film
5.5
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Man Hunt

Man Hunt

1941Film
6.9
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Strange Journey

Strange Journey

1946Film
6.0
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The Son of Dr. Jekyll

The Son of Dr. Jekyll

1951Film
4.5