Christopher Lee

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Characters played by Christopher Lee

Saruman — The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)

Fallen wizard who allies with Sauron.

Saruman (Extended Cut) — The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

Extended version of Saruman's death scene.

Pastor Galswells — Corpse Bride (2005)

Pastor Galswells is the village pastor whom Victoria Everglot approaches when she tries to explain Victor Van Dort's disappearance and his connection to the Land of the Dead. He does not believe her account, leaving Victoria isolated while her parents proceed with the unwanted marriage to Barkis Bittern.

Saruman — The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)

Fallen wizard who allies with Sauron and commands Isengard.

Saruman the White — The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014)

Corrupted wizard who allies with Sauron, leads Isengard.

Saruman the White — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)

Wizard council leader before his fall.

Jabberwocky (voice) — Alice in Wonderland (2010)

Fearsome dragon-like beast controlled by the Red Queen as a weapon of terror.

Dr. Wonka — Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)

Charlie's grandfather in the 2005 film, a strict dentist.

Count Dooku — Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005)

Fallen Jedi turned Sith Lord and Separatist leader.

Count Dooku — Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002)

Former Jedi Master turned Sith Lord, leader of the Separatists.

Death — The Colour of Magic (2008)

Death is the supernatural figure repeatedly encountered by Rincewind when the wizard faces apparently fatal dangers. He also answers questions during the Rite of AshkEnte, explaining to Trymon that the eight spells must be spoken together to save the disc, linking him directly to the central magical crisis.

Francisco Scaramanga — The Man with the Golden Gun (1974)

Elite assassin known as the Man with the Golden Gun.

Career Overview

Christopher Lee has 348 screen credits in a career dating back to 1939. Their work spans 32 cinematic universes — most prominently Dracula (Hammer) Collection with 7 titles. Signature works include The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, Corpse Bride, The Colour of Magic. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
348
Birth Date
1922-05-27
Birth Place
Westminster, London, England, UK

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Universe traveler — spans 32 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q180338), public domain (CC0).