Bruce Lester

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).

Known For

The Letter

as John Withers

Pride and Prejudice

as Mr. Bingley

The Invisible Man Returns

as Chaplain (uncredited)

Man Hunt

I Walk Alone

as Charles (uncredited)

Above Suspicion

as Thornley

Tarzan and the Trappers

as Commissioner Brandini

British Intelligence

as Frank Bennett

A Yank in the R.A.F.

as Flight Lt. Sterling Richardson

Without Reservations

as Army Lieutenant (uncredited)