
Chester Morris
- Date of Birth: 1901-02-16
- Date of Death: 1970-09-11
- Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Chester Morris (born John Chester Brooks Morris; February 16, 1901 – September 11, 1970) was an American stage, film, television, and radio actor. He had some prestigious film roles early in his car... Chester Morris (born John Chester Brooks Morris; February 16, 1901 – September 11, 1970) was an American stage, film, television, and radio actor. He had some prestigious film roles early in his career, and was nominated for an Academy Award. Chester Morris is best remembered today for portraying Boston Blackie, a criminal-turned-detective, in the modestly budgeted Boston Blackie film series of the 1940s.

Red-Headed Woman
Comedy, Romance, Drama • 1932 June

The Big House
Crime, Drama • 1930 June

The Case of Sergeant Grischa
Drama • 1930 February

Trapped by Boston Blackie
Crime, Mystery • 1948 May

The Divorcee
Drama, Romance • 1930 April

The Bat Whispers
Mystery, Comedy, Crime, Horror • 1930 November

Lux Video Theatre
Drama, Comedy • 1950 October

Meet Boston Blackie
Crime • 1941 February

Route 66
Drama, Crime • 1960 October

Society Doctor
Drama • 1935 January