Christopher Lee
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Christopher Lee (May 5, 1922 – June 7, 2015) was an English actor and musician. Lee initially portrayed villains and became famous for his role as Count Dracula in a string of Hammer Horror films. Other notable roles include Lord Summerisle in The Wicker Man (1973), Francisco Scaramanga in The Man with the Golden Gun (1974), Count Dooku in Star Wars episodes II and III (2002, 2005) and Saruman in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy (2001–2003). Lee considers his most important role to have been his portrayal of Pakistan's founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the biopic Jinnah (1998). He is well known for his deep, commanding voice. Lee has performed roles in 266 films since 1948 making him the Guinness book world record holder for most film acting roles ever. He was knighted in 2009 and received the BAFTA Fellowship in 2011.
Best Christopher Lee Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Christopher Lee's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Christopher Lee.
Christopher Lee - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Christopher Lee?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Christopher Lee is "Fear in the Dark" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Christopher Lee acted in?
Christopher Lee has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Christopher Lee?
Other notable films include "Christopher Lee: Gentleman of Horror", "The Trail of Dracula", and "The Complete Bob Wilkins Creature Features".