J. Lee Thompson

J. Lee Thompson was a highly efficient, prolific, and versatile director known for films such as Ice Cold In Alex, Cape Fear, and The Guns Of Navarone.

Director | Fiction Writer | Producer

August 1, 1914

August 30, 2002

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J. Lee Thompson was a renowned British film director and screenwriter, celebrated for his work on the iconic 1962 movie “The Guns of Navarone.” His career, which spanned over four decades, included directing other notable films such as the original “Cape Fear” in 1962, “Mackenna’s Gold” in 1969, and “The Passage” in 1979. Thompson was also an accomplished writer, crafting screenplays for his movies and authoring books about his World War II experiences. He was awarded the OBE for his significant contributions to the arts. Known for his efficiency, versatility, and prolific output, Thompson directed other well-known films like “Ice Cold In Alex” and “Cape Fear.”