Bruce Lester
ActingAbout Bruce Lester
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).
Bruce Lester Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bruce Lester reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 45 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bruce Lester's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 16% of Bruce Lester's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Letter, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bruce Lester Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bruce Lester's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bruce Lester has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Tarzan and the Trappers | Commissioner Brandini | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Scarlet Coat | Col. Simcoe | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | King Richard and the Crusaders | Castelaine | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Charade | Capt. van Buren | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Pathfinder | Capt. Clint Bradford | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Tales of Robin Hood | Allan-a-Dale | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Son of Dr. Jekyll | Daniels' Reporter (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Secrets of Monte Carlo | British Inspector | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Celia: The Sinister Affair of Poor Aunt Nora | Larry Peters | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | I Walk Alone | Charles (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Golden Earrings | Richard Byrd | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Strange Journey | Roger Blythe | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Without Reservations | Army Lieutenant (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Above Suspicion | Thornley | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Mysterious Doctor | Lt. Christopher 'Kit' Hilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Desperate Journey | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Eagle Squadron | King | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | A Yank in the R.A.F. | Flight Lt. Sterling Richardson | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Man Hunt | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Shining Victory | Dr. Bentley | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Singapore Woman | Clyde | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Shadows on the Stairs | Hugh Bromilow | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Letter | John Withers | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Pride and Prejudice | Mr. Bingley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Son, My Son! | Rory O'Riorden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Invisible Man Returns | Chaplain (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | British Intelligence | Frank Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Witness Vanishes | Lord Noel Stratton | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | If I Were King | Noel de Jolys | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Boy Meets Girl | Rodney Bowman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Quiet, Please | Dr. Faversham | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Thistledown | Lord James Dunfoyle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Windmill | Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Change for a Sovereign | Prince William | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Mayfair Melody | Dickie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Crime Over London | Ronald Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Hail and Farewell | Peter Dove | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Tenth Man | Edward O'Donnell | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | A Star Fell from Heaven | Winkler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Ourselves Alone | 2nd Lieut. Lingard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | To Be a Lady | Jerry Dean | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Old Roses | Chris Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Death at Broadcasting House | Peter Ridgwell (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Badger’s Green | Dickie Wetherby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | All That Is England | - | Flop | Similar → |
Bruce Lester - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bruce Lester?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bruce Lester is "The Letter" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Bruce Lester acted in?
Bruce Lester has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bruce Lester?
Other notable films include "Pride and Prejudice", "If I Were King", and "Man Hunt".