Who is Dr. Lesh in Poltergeist?

Parapsychologist investigating the Freeling haunting.

Who plays Dr. Lesh in Poltergeist?

Dr. Lesh is played by Beatrice Straight.

Dr. Lesh's abilities include paranormal research, scientific analysis, data interpretation.

Dr. Lesh has 4 mapped relationships in Poltergeist. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Dr. Lesh — Alliance Partner — Diane Freeling (JoBeth Williams)
Dr. Lesh partners with Diane to manage the escalating supernatural crisis.
Dr. Lesh — Alliance Teammate — Ryan (Richard Lawson)
Dr. Lesh and Ryan work together as a professional investigation team.
Dr. Lesh — Alliance Partner — Tangina Barrons (Zelda Rubinstein)
Dr. Lesh collaborates with Tangina to combine parapsychology and spiritualism.
Dr. Lesh — Social Neighbor — Neighbor (Joseph Walsh)
Allan Graf's character provides local context to Dr. Lesh's research.