Leslie Dilley
ArtAbout Leslie Dilley
Leslie Dilley (January 11, 1941 — May 20, 2025) was a Welsh art director and production designer. During his career from the 1970s to 2000s, he won the Academy Award for Best Art Direction twice for Star Wars (1977) and Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981). Dilley received additional Best Art Direction nominations for Alien (1979), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), and The Abyss (1989). Apart from art direction, Dilley was a production designer for The Exorcist III (1990), Casper (1995), and Son of the Mask (2005). In 1941, Dilley was born in Rhondda Valley, South Wales. Growing up, Dilley and his family moved to London and lived in Wembley Park. For his post-secondary education, Dilley studied architecture at Willesden Technical College. While working as an apprentice plasterer during college, Dilley was encouraged by a classmate to apply at Pinewood Studios. After Pinewood told him there were no open positions available, Dilley completed a five year plastering apprenticeship at the Associated British Picture Corporation.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Leslie Dilley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Leslie Dilley's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 57% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Leslie Dilley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Galaxy Britain Built: The British Force Behind Star Wars, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Leslie Dilley Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Leslie Dilley's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Leslie Dilley.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Galaxy Britain Built: The British Force Behind Star Wars | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Death, Be Not Proud: The Making of "The Exorcist III" | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Beware the Moon: Remembering 'An American Werewolf in London' | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Pay It Forward | The Governor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Alien Legacy | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Deep Impact | Waiter | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Peacemaker | New York Priest | Average | Similar → |
Leslie Dilley - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Leslie Dilley?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leslie Dilley is "The Galaxy Britain Built: The British Force Behind Star Wars" with a rating of 9.3/10.
How many movies has Leslie Dilley acted in?
Leslie Dilley has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Leslie Dilley?
Other notable films include "Pay It Forward", "The Alien Legacy", and "Beware the Moon: Remembering 'An American Werewolf in London'".