- Date of Birth: 01 August, 1914
- Place of Birth: Bristol, England
- Biography: John Lee-Thompson (1 August 1914 - 30 August 2002), better known as J. Lee Thompson, was an English film director, active in England and Hollywood.
Filmography
- Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects (1989)
- Messenger of Death (1988)
- Death Wish 4: The Crackdown (1987)
- Murphy's Law (1986)
- Future Hunters (1986)
- Firewalker (1986)
- King Solomon's Mines (1985)
- The Ambassador (1985)
- The Evil That Men Do (1984)
- 10 to Midnight (1983)
- Code Red (1981)
- Happy Birthday to Me (1981)
News
Universal Pictures released a movie in 1962 directed by J. Lee Thompson. It became a blockbuster hit. Almost 30 years later Martin Scorsese decided to put his spin on the classic. ... Full Article
J. Lee Thompson
mtv.com –
2002-08-30
Before reaching his twentieth birthday, British film director J.Lee Thompson was an established repertory actor and playwright.He entered films as an actor in 1934, then switched to screenwriting (usually in collaboration) five years later. ... Full Article
Battle for the Planet of the Apes Director: J. Lee Thompson Genre: Science Fiction / Fantasy Publisher: 20th Century Fox Released: 1973 MPAA Rating: G Cast: Roddy McDowall, Claude Akins
culturecartel.com –
2001-07-07
No More Ape Sequels!(4 More Years, Obi-Wan) A Review by John Nesbit 07/07/2001 Battle for the Planet of the Apes (thankfully) finishes the theater versions of the series. ... Full Article
There are more laughs than thrills in this risible spy flick, which hedges its bets considerably while straining credulity at every turn. Gregory Peck plays a Nobel prize-winning scientist who's asked by shady government agents to enter China and steal... ... Full Article
By Alan Bacchus If you haven't brushed up on your history or geography, the title of this film might suggest a western, perhaps set in the snowcapped Rockies. ... Full Article



Trailer - The White Buffalo - J. Lee Thompson - 1977
