Lester Vail

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

10Total Films

6.4 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 29, 1899

Birth Place: Denver, Colorado, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lester Vail reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Lester Vail's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lester Vail remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dance, Fools, Dance, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Lester Vail Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lester Vail's career based on audience ratings.

★6.4

★6.4

Dance, Fools, Dance: When misfortune hits hard on the Jordan family of Chicago's upper class, Bonnie Jordan, a dazzling and witty girl, finds

Dance, Fools, Dance

1931•Drama

★6.1

Consolation Marriage (1931) movie poster

★6.1

Consolation Marriage: A sportswriter jilted by his globe-trotting girlfriend marries a woman jilted by her boyfriend.

Consolation Marriage

1931•Drama

★6.0

Hollywood: The Dream Factory (1972) movie poster

★6.0

Hollywood: The Dream Factory: A documentary about the glorious history of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios and its decline leading to the sale of its back

Hollywood: The Dream Factory

1972•Documentary

★6.0

★6.0

Big Town: A newspaper owner discovers that his girlfriend's father is the head of the biggest racket in New York City.

Big Town

1932•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Murder by the Clock: A policeman investigates a woman's link to murders that are preceded by a shrilling horn inside a family mausoleum.

Murder by the Clock

1931•Horror

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lester Vail.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1972	Hollywood: The Dream Factory	Self (archive footage)	Average	Similar →
1932	Big Town	James Wyley	Average	Similar →
1931	Consolation Marriage	Aubrey	Average	Similar →
1931	The Woman Between	Victor Whitcomb	Flop	Similar →
1931	Murder by the Clock	Thomas Hollander	Average	Similar →
1931	I Take This Woman	Herbert Forrest	Flop	Similar →
1931	It's a Wise Child	Roger Baldwin	Flop	Similar →
1931	Dance, Fools, Dance	Bob	Average	Similar →
1931	Beau Ideal	Otis Madison	Flop	Similar →
1929	The Knife	-	Flop	Similar →

Lester Vail - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lester Vail?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lester Vail is "Dance, Fools, Dance" with a rating of 6.4/10.

How many movies has Lester Vail acted in?

Lester Vail has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lester Vail?

Other notable films include "Consolation Marriage", "Hollywood: The Dream Factory", and "Big Town".