Cast: Christopher Lee

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Christopher Lee. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Direction Peter Jackson

Cast Elijah Wood · Viggo Mortensen · Ian McKellen · Sean Astin

Synopsis The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) sees the dark lord Sauron's armies besieging Minas Tirith, the capital of Gondor, aiming to eradicate the human race. The once-mighty kingdom, now overseen by a weary steward, urgently...

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8.2

182K votes

8.2

182K votes

Direction Peter Jackson

Cast Elijah Wood · Viggo Mortensen · Ian McKellen · Sean Astin

Synopsis The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) commences in the rugged terrain of Emyn Muil, where the wandering Hobbits Frodo (Elijah Wood) and Sam (Sean Astin) realize they are being trailed by the enigmatic Gollum (Andy Serkis). This...

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8.0

167K votes

8.0

167K votes

Direction Peter Jackson

Cast Elijah Wood · Ian McKellen · Viggo Mortensen · Sean Astin

Synopsis The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) follows the journey of a young Hobbit named Frodo Baggins, who inherits a ring with immense power. This ring, known as the One Ring, was forged by the dark...

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8.0

189K votes

8.0

189K votes

The Crimson Pirate

1952 · Movie · 104 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Robert Siodmak

Cast Burt Lancaster · Eva Bartok · Nick Cravat · Torin Thatcher

Synopsis The Crimson Pirate (1952) follows the thrilling escapades of a daring pirate, portrayed by Burt Lancaster, who has a penchant for both mystery and daring stunts. Set against the backdrop of a Caribbean revolution in the late 18th century, the...

7.5

11K votes

7.5

11K votes

The French Revolution

1989 · Movie · 360 min. · France

Direction Robert Enrico · Richard T. Heffron

Cast Klaus Maria Brandauer · Jane Seymour · François Cluzet · Jean-François Balmer

Synopsis The French Revolution (1989) chronicles the tumultuous events of the French Revolution, beginning with King Louis XVI's decision to summon the Estates-General in 1789 to address France's financial crisis. The film's initial segment unfolds from 1789 to August 10, 1792,...

7.4

276 votes

7.4

276 votes

Moulin Rouge

1952 · Movie · 123 min. · United States

Direction John Huston

Cast José Ferrer · Zsa Zsa Gabor · Colette Marchand · Claude Nollier

Synopsis Moulin Rouge (1952) follows the life of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a renowned artist who often finds himself at the vibrant Moulin Rouge, sketching the dancers and singers while indulging in cognac. Born into French nobility, Henri's life is marked by...

7.2

3K votes

7.2

3K votes

Direction Billy Wilder

Cast Robert Stephens · Colin Blakely · Geneviève Page · Christopher Lee

Synopsis The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970) presents a unique and captivating take on the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, directed by Billy Wilder. While Holmes' renowned problem-solving abilities remain unchanged, the film introduces a fresh perspective on his character. Holmes...

7.2

10K votes

7.2

10K votes

Direction George Lucas

Cast Hayden Christensen · Ewan McGregor · Natalie Portman · Ian McDiarmid

Synopsis Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith (2005) unfolds after an extended period of intense conflict, as the Clone Wars draw to a close. The Jedi Council tasks Obi-Wan Kenobi with apprehending General Grievous, the formidable commander of the...

7.1

101K votes

7.1

101K votes

Horror of Dracula

1958 · Movie · 82 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Terence Fisher

Cast Christopher Lee · Peter Cushing · Michael Gough · Melissa Stribling

Synopsis Horror of Dracula (1958) follows the tale of Jonathan Harker, a former vampire slayer who assumes the guise of a librarian to infiltrate Castle Dracula. There, he encounters the refined Count Dracula. Harker's mission to vanquish Dracula and halt the...

7.1

5K votes

7.1

5K votes

The Wicker Man

1973 · Movie · 85 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Robin Hardy

Cast Edward Woodward · Christopher Lee · Britt Ekland · Diane Cilento

Synopsis The Wicker Man (1973) is a British cult classic that, despite initial criticism, has since become a beloved and iconic film in British cinema. The story follows Sergeant Howie, portrayed by Edward Woodward, who is dispatched to the remote Scottish...

7.0

7K votes

7.0

7K votes

Direction Ted Newsom

Cast Christopher Lee · Lon Chaney · Peter Cushing · Hugh M. Hefner

Synopsis 100 Years of Horror (TV Series) (1996) is a comprehensive documentary series that delves into the rich history of horror cinema. Led by the legendary horror actor Christopher Lee, this multi-part series compiles clips from both iconic and lesser-known films,...

7.0

24 votes

7.0

24 votes

Direction William C. Faure

Cast Edward Fox · Henry Cele · Robert Powell · Trevor Howard

Synopsis Shaka Zulu (TV Miniseries) (1986) unfolds against the backdrop of Queen Victoria's deliberations on England's political approach towards the Zulu Nation, offering a richly detailed account of King Shaka's ascent and eventual decline. The narrative masterfully blends prophecy with historical...

7.0

270 votes

7.0

270 votes

Direction Peter Jackson

Cast Martin Freeman · Ian McKellen · Richard Armitage · Ken Stott

Synopsis The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) follows the adventure of Bilbo Baggins, a peaceful hobbit who embarks on an unforgettable expedition to the Lonely Mountain, guided by the wise wizard Gandalf the Grey. Bilbo joins a band of thirteen dwarves,...

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7.0

83K votes

7.0

83K votes

Direction Seth Holt

Cast Susan Strasberg · Ann Todd · Ronald Lewis · Christopher Lee

Synopsis Taste of Fear (Scream of Fear) (1961) follows the story of Susan, played by Susan Strasberg, who is confined to a wheelchair and journeys to her father's luxurious villa. Upon arrival, she is greeted by her stepmother, Ann Todd, who...

6.9

640 votes

6.9

640 votes

Sleepy Hollow

1999 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Tim Burton

Cast Johnny Depp · Christina Ricci · Miranda Richardson · Michael Gambon

Synopsis Sleepy Hollow (1999) is set in the late 18th century, where Constable Ichabod Crane (Johnny Depp) faces disapproval from New York City's courts for advocating scientific crime-solving methods over assumptions of guilt. As a result, he is sent to the...

6.9

84K votes

6.9

84K votes

Hugo

2011 · Movie · 127 min. · United States

Direction Martin Scorsese

Cast Asa Butterfield · Chloë Grace Moretz · Ben Kingsley · Sacha Baron Cohen

Synopsis Hugo (2011) unfolds the tale of a young orphan, Hugo, who resides within the confines of a bustling Paris train station. After the loss of his father, Hugo embarks on a quest to complete his father's unfinished work, which involves...

6.8

59K votes

6.8

59K votes

Direction Terence Fisher

Cast Peter Cushing · Hazel Court · Robert Urquhart · Christopher Lee

Synopsis The Curse of Frankenstein (1957) follows the tale of Baron Victor Frankenstein, who, while incarcerated for murder and facing the imminent threat of the guillotine, recounts his story to a priest. The narrative delves into his and his mentor, Paul...

6.8

2K votes

6.8

2K votes

Bitter Victory

1957 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction Nicholas Ray

Cast Richard Burton · Curd Jürgens · Ruth Roman · Raymond Pellegrin

Synopsis Bitter Victory (1957) is a critically acclaimed film directed by Nicholas Ray, blending elements of war drama and character study. The movie features Richard Burton as a British army officer during World War II, dispatched to North Africa to assist...

6.7

533 votes

6.7

533 votes

Direction Terence Fisher

Cast Christopher Lee · Barbara Shelley · Andrew Keir · Francis Matthews

Synopsis Dracula: Prince of Darkness (1966) follows a pair of British couples who, while journeying through Eastern Europe, opt to explore the town of Karlsbad despite ominous local cautions. Abandoned by their coachman as darkness falls, they seek refuge in a...

6.6

3K votes

6.6

3K votes