Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing ...they portrayed some of the most fearsome, frightening, terrible characters in cinematic history, but the men themselves were two of the warmest, most gracious gentlemen ever, a breed that is lost to us and can never be duplicated. They will always be two of my most beloved and favorite actors ever. RIP Peter and Sir Christopher.

@EchthelionII

4 жыл бұрын

Frankenstein and Frankenstein's monster, the Mummy and the archeologist who stopped him, and Dracula and Van Helsing, just to name the ones I know off the top of my head.

@yankeeforcestudios5431

4 жыл бұрын

morbius109 Dooku was actually a pretty respectable guy

@TheAmateurEditor

4 жыл бұрын

@@yankeeforcestudios5431 So much wasted potential in the Dooku character. His story seemed to actually have more of a tragic hero arc than Anakin's. He was a high ranking Jedi who grew disillusioned with the order and fell to the Dark Jedi after being tempted by Palpatine... I wonder if Lucas realises how much Dooku's story would have fitted Anakin.

@yankeeforcestudios5431

4 жыл бұрын

John Smith I agree.

@emperorbarina

4 жыл бұрын

And Samuel L Jackson is a nice man too. But he's still alive. Although, he curses occasionally!

Christopher Lee carried himself no differently than Count Dooku Both very elegant, and classy gentlemen

@lol-un6nl

3 жыл бұрын

thats the point

@lol-un6nl

3 жыл бұрын

and also count dooku isnt the average evil murderous genocidal megalomaniac like maul and sidious was, he only became a sith because he was disgusted at what the jedi order had become, which is why dooku never had yellow eyes

@cyanimation1605

2 жыл бұрын

@@lol-un6nl Dooku 🤝Revan Voluntarily choosing the dark side in a misguided attempt to save democracy

@PlymouthNeon

2 жыл бұрын

@@lol-un6nl agree because the Jedi became too focussed on politics which even Qui-Gon Jinn disagreed with.

@jhewes.5923

2 жыл бұрын

@@lol-un6nl never knew that part about the eyes

Dooku and Tarkin would get along quite well in universe.

@Solo24516

5 жыл бұрын

They actually did

@darkwolf4434

5 жыл бұрын

@@Solo24516 But Tarkin respected Palpatine alot more

@HawkingRegime13

4 жыл бұрын

@@darkwolf4434 Agreed, and I don't believe Dooku ever was nearly as evil as Tarkin. He was more of a dark jedi than a Sith, and I think was far more disillusioned with the corruption of the Republic and the actions of the Jedi than he was in agreement and unison with the methods of Sidious and the Sith.

@darkwolf4434

4 жыл бұрын

@@HawkingRegime13 Dooku even attempted to get Tarkin to join the CIS, but Tarkin didn't because he was so loyal to Palpatine.

@HawkingRegime13

4 жыл бұрын

Clash Gamer Oh really? Is there a book that tells that story or a comic book or something? Dooku is my favorite character but my reading on him hasn’t extended past the movies The Clone Wars show, his wookiepedia page that compiled info from different areas and other sources.

Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing's friendship sounds like it was so close and so sweet, I love hearing about friendships like that.

@joycegibbs5267

4 жыл бұрын

two complete gentlemen and voices that make you melt listening to them. Class acts that we won't see again tragically.

@Via_The_Void

4 жыл бұрын

@@joycegibbs5267 Both Christopher Lee & Peter Cushing are giants of the film industry. I miss them both very much. Rest In Peace both of you.

@koichidignitythief7429

4 жыл бұрын

Who've thought Dracula and Van Helsing would get along so well.

@willgold9989

4 жыл бұрын

They were true gentleman and consummate professionals, whose friendship spanned decades. From Lee’s autobiography: “I went into the dressing room...Then I went into a tirade about the food...a massive whinge. He looked at me and peeled his apple. ‘Well, there’s no good belly-aching about it, you know.’ That was about as severe as he could be. Coming from him, it was shattering. He really was the gentlest and most generous of men. It could be said of him that he died because he was too good for this world.”

@mr_ozzio5095

3 жыл бұрын

@@willgold9989 Vincent Price was a very close friend as well, they loved working together in various projects.

Christopher Lee lived to be 93 years young.

@metaltak1154

4 жыл бұрын

he was nearly unkillable

@mobslayer211

4 жыл бұрын

Stephen Joiner I would’ve guessed he was in his 70s or 80s tbh

@ChromeBone23

3 жыл бұрын

Dang he aged pretty well for 93 years tbh

@THENEVERDEADIV

2 жыл бұрын

@@metaltak1154 Literally.. they tried to drive a stake through his heart and throw him out to the sunlight.. lets not forget he even got his 3rd nipple shot off by 007... still lived...lol

@smug3311

2 жыл бұрын

Old

Christopher Lee is probably my favourite character to play

@countdooku8827

2 жыл бұрын

I agree.

@bluestrategist9aby540

2 жыл бұрын

This is getting out of hand, now there are two of them

@VitunVatiVille

2 жыл бұрын

You used to be so civilized.

@livecarsonreaction

2 жыл бұрын

We meet again, Count!

@Excalibur2112

2 жыл бұрын

One of the best lightsaber designs.

RIP Peter Cushing (May 26, 1913 - August 11, 1994), aged 81 And RIP Sir Christopher Lee (May 27, 1922 - June 7, 2015), aged 93 You both will be remembered as legends.

@diegobermudez8102

2 жыл бұрын

Both Geminis, interesting.

@MNDHFilms

Жыл бұрын

They were both born a day apart, just different years

@Crimsrn

Жыл бұрын

@@diegobermudez8102 stop with this zodiac dogshit

@luf4rall

8 ай бұрын

damn it's been that long already.

There was some emotion when he was recounting the notes Cushing used to write. Sounded like he missed his friend greatly.

@Via_The_Void

4 жыл бұрын

The two of them were like brothers.

@Epsa_

2 жыл бұрын

Saw and interview where he really went into their friendship, almost brought a tear to my eye.

@Bean-hm4ob

2 жыл бұрын

@@Epsa_ link?

@Epsa_

2 жыл бұрын

@@Bean-hm4ob kzread.info/dash/bejne/iIVh1NpwXam1fag.html

@_all_around_us

2 жыл бұрын

Only natural

Christopher Lee. What a renaissance man. A man of intelligence and learning, warrior, poet.

@mr.meowgi9876

2 жыл бұрын

A fine soldier and actor

@jtfujiman

2 жыл бұрын

And a metal singer to boot.

@JarJarAbrams

2 жыл бұрын

He was a good friend, and a cunning warrior

RIP this great actor; such a class act

@laboon344

2 жыл бұрын

agreed

@timcurran5592

Жыл бұрын

It's a shame actors like him are gone

It hit me in the heart when Christopher said he was unable to attend Peter's funeral

@therabidscorpion

2 жыл бұрын

It happens. I've had relatives whose funerals I couldn't attend because I was away somewhere for work. As they say, "Life must go on."

@boynextdoor1951

2 жыл бұрын

@@therabidscorpion Who is they? I keep hearing people saying "they say", but they don't, it's only people saying "they say"

@skspawn

2 жыл бұрын

@@boynextdoor1951 "They" are the people that say that phrase, which are many and frequent.

@jamesgraham814

2 жыл бұрын

@@boynextdoor1951 er, the many people who say the well used phrase and keep its existence relevant? Weirdo.

@judgeboony2695

Жыл бұрын

​@@jamesgraham814 There's no need for name-calling, sir.

I think it's sweet how Christopher Lee took the time to find out about the characters his friends were playing in various films. That's a friendship you just don't see amongst celebrities in any era.

I have a belief (bolstered by experience and observation): the people most capable of portraying villains tend to be empathetic, decent, genuine sweethearts. I believe the reason for this is that they are capable of empathizing with every type of personality. These actors feel deeply and truly for the characters they portray, but are amazing humans outside the production. Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing are no exceptions. Gentle, sweet men. God give them bliss and euphoria.

@cyanimation1605

2 жыл бұрын

Add to that, lead actors that play heroes might be drawn to those roles out of egotism. Might be heresy around these parts, but as great of a person he is, Mark Hamill has a pretty big ego. Which I guess you can't blame the star of the biggest film series in history but

@chiefgreef357

2 жыл бұрын

@@cyanimation1605 didn't think I'd be agreeing with a mark hamill diss but you are not wrong with that

@wetwillyis_1881

2 жыл бұрын

I completely agree.

"What is a Grand Moff Tarkin?" "I don't know, dear fellow, what is a Count Dooku?"

What a remarkable way in which Christopher Lee carried himself. His manner, that incredible voice, his diction, his thoughtfulness. And then you factor in not just his illustrious acting career, but the life he lead outside of it; his military experiences, making heavy metal albums, etc. I can't imagine he died feeling like he hadn't lived enough.

@Crichjo32

2 жыл бұрын

He had lived several lifetimes in one. I imagine he would be as content as can be when passing this mortal coil.

The Original trilogy had Sir Alec Guinness and Peter Cushing, the Precuels had Sir Christopher Lee, I guess that's another thing the sequel lacked, literal knights and badass grandpas lol

@foodhi2880

4 жыл бұрын

Did you forget Ian Mcdiarmid?

@Nivelle_le_Gris

4 жыл бұрын

@@foodhi2880 McDiarmid is in both so he doesn't count what he tries to show

@420K

4 жыл бұрын

Well Luke should've been a literal knight and badass grandpa...

@Nivelle_le_Gris

4 жыл бұрын

@Elijah Neil yeah and he's quite far behind nonetheless

@scottgimple7705

4 жыл бұрын

@@Nivelle_le_Gris he is a good actor though

The civility and depth of this conversation makes me feel I am both inadequately attired and in far too casual of a sitting position to listen to it.

"Christopher Lee, thank you very much" "Not at all" What a legend

I could listen to him speak for hours. His voice is so silky smooth, yet distinguished and imposing. The stories he tells, the way he speaks of other people, his passion for his work... truly the most classy, refined, and impressive gentlemen to ever grace the silver screen. Rest in peace❤️

Lee is the epitome of what a gentleman should be.

Christopher Lee shall always be one of the greatest of all time. May he rest in peace.

What the hell ever happened to sophisticated, professional, and gentlemanly actors like this with such gravitas? Nothing like him today. Such a loss.

The way he expresses himself about his friend and how he wrote his letters made my eyes water. You can FEEL the emotions going through him as he recalls and tells everything

He sounds so British when he's just being himself, yet when you see Dooku in the films he doesn't sound exactly the same; just another subtle touch by a master thespian

@Kanefan701

2 жыл бұрын

goes to show just super great of an actor Lee was and when he got into character as Dooku and the amazing performance he displayed. Just being himself and his softly spoken manner is how I like people to be at times, talking ever so calm, polite and so at peace. That's how I like people to be.

@jeremyfrost2636

2 жыл бұрын

His Saruman voice was different from Dooku as well. And if we go back and watch his older content his voice probably changed for Dracula, Fu Manchu, Scaramanga etc. too.

Governor Tarkin, the stone cold chief administrator of the Death Star, and Count Dooku, the classy Ex-Jedi now Sith Lord, are two of the most evil and cunning villains in Star Wars. But I personally love that the actor's behind the characters themselves are the most warm hearted and kind people you could possibly meet. Knowing that Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing were friends and spoke to one another is super sweet. By Lee's description of how Peter wrote to him and what he said is amazingly wholesome. And the way Peter addressed everyone as dear this or dear that is wonderful. Both the characters and actors who betray them remain some of my favorite to this day. It's a shame we've lost them, though. While they might be gone, they definitely will not be forgotten

Christopher Lee is the best kind of actor. The man had every right to be an egomaniac but he talks about Star Wars, it's characters, the titles of the movies, the order they came out, all of it; with such an endearing tone in his voice when he easily could've been "above it" and done it purely for the paycheck like Alec Guinnes

@JarJarAbrams

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, it constrasts with those literally "who" who joined the bandwagon and are quick to "move on" and shun the franchise as if it was a mistake in their career. Then they still come back years later to collect a paycheck

@CallOfEuropeanSpirit

Жыл бұрын

He really loved that stuff. He did some narration and even sang in the fantasy metal band RHAPSODY.

I used to belong to the Peter Cushing Fan Club when I was a teen, in return I was given an autographed, personalized photo of Peter. I've since lost it, alas. He was a consummate actor and, in real life, it seems, a gentleman. RIP.

What a sweet man remembering his dear friend. Even though the Star Wars characters they played are more famous, I'll always remember Lee as Count Dracula in the Hammer Horror films and Peter Cushing playing his arch nemesis Dr. Van Helsing.

@johnathonhaney8291

2 жыл бұрын

And I'll remember Cushing as Baron Frankenstein or as I call him, Victor Frankenstein, Reanimator.

@jeremyfrost2636

2 жыл бұрын

@@johnathonhaney8291 He was great as both Frankenstein and Van Helsing. I remember Christopher Lee very fondly as Stefan from The Howling II: Your Sister Is A Werewolf, one of my all time favorite movies.

R.I.P. Christopher Lee

For me, Christopher’s Dooku was as iconic as Heath’s Joker. I wish we had more film of those actors playing those characters.

Both Christopher and Peter deserve much credit to their contributions to the screen. Classic actors!

Only makes me lament that this guy wasn't used to greater effect in those SW movie. We know now just how much depth Dooku has as a character. I just don't know why we couldn't see that in the films with Christopher-freaking-Lee doing it.

@hunterghobadi1269

3 жыл бұрын

we did, you just had to pay close attention. It wasn't spelled out for viewers but it was there. I didn't need the clone wars to tell me.

@z00mer

3 жыл бұрын

Because Lucas is a shit writer. Didn’t Guinness even say his dialogue was terrible? Granted it’s still better than the god awful sequels. Filoni fleshed out the character much better.

@user-xx6vy9ri8p

3 жыл бұрын

He wasn't the main villain, Palpatine was.

@Willpowerbomb

2 жыл бұрын

Would have loved to see more of him, but Dooku served his role in those particular movies. He actually had 50% more screen time in Episode II than the Emperor did in Jedi.

@truesoulghost2777

2 жыл бұрын

No. You apparently just missed it.

What a privilege it was to see their movies while they were alive. Respect to both .

Words cannot express how much I miss both of them... :'(

Interestingly, Lee and Cushing would of been in the same era in star wars, but Cushing would be young at this era

I had no idea of their friendship and Mr. Lee clearly speaks of him with great respect.

@bemasaberwyn55

2 жыл бұрын

They were opposite each other during the Hammer films Cushing as Van Helsing and Lee as Dracula. So by the time of Peter's death they'd known each other for decades

@mitchellmelkin4078

2 жыл бұрын

billycrystalsyndrome, Beyond respect. Affection, though expressed with a touching reserve.

@jeremyfrost2636

2 жыл бұрын

If you haven't yet, watch the old Hammer horror films they did well before Star Wars. Another legendary deceased actor they were both friends with, Vincent Price, is in several of those movies as well. They knew each other since the late 1950s at least.

You get drawn to his voice so easily. 🥰 such a legend. RIP

He could absolutely read every, single, last word on a box of Cheerios, and I would still have immense gratitude for hearing it

I lost a close friend several years ago that I had known since high school (40 years ago). we could be so irreverent with each other but the moment we were in mixed company the tone turned to one of civility. watching this made me miss my friend, but at the same time, appreciate all the moments we shared together.

I love that Christopher Lee speaks so specifically and well spoken in interview I never miss any detail

What a remarkable individual Sir Christopher was

You wont be forgotten good sir! Cheers to one of the greatest Sith's of all time.

I just luv it when this old actors, legends of film and theatre are open-minded to contributing even just a small amount of their colossal talent to these pop-culture movies. Very touching hearing Christopher Lee share his memories of his dear old friend Peter Cushing.

I do love the fact though that, although it's another actor in prosthetics portraying Tarkin during his wee cameo right at the end of 'Revenge of the Sith', that character does technically appear in the same Star Wars movie as Christopher Lees Count Dooku, but it would've been great if by some digital wizardry, Cushing & Lee could've been brought together as Tarkin & Dooku somewhere, somehow in the Galaxy Far, Far Away...

What a amazing man, just like his old friend Peter Cushing. RIP to both of you

His Count Dooku gave me empathy for the darkside, he validated turning to it and almost got Obi thinking about it.. His biggest mistake was only having one golden bullet for Bond. lol

Christopher Lee seems like such a genuinely warm individual. It would have been such a joy to meet him.

Horror icon, jedi, wizard this man could do it all, he will be fondly remembered by all.

Rest in peace to Lee and Cushing...two legends and very loveable people that the world itself misses. If they don't meet in this next life, may they meet again in the third

Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee both legends.

You can tell Mr. Lee truly cared for Mr. Cushing. If we could all be blessed with such good friends.

Quite interesting, Christopher Lee's interviews are always so captivating; he's very calm, stoic and, of course, very experienced, not only as an actor, but with regards to life in general.

a fantastic and discipled actor, may he rest in peace

What a gem of a human being, truly.

My favourite film with both Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing is Horror Express.

Watching and listening to Sir Christopher Lee is truly mesmerising. He has the aura and wisdom of a man who has achieved absolutely everything he was destined to do in this life.

The fact that he remembers the names of Peters character is fantastic. Shows just how much they cared for each other and their craft

Man. Very sad they're both gone. I loved both characters. I could listen to Mr Lee talk all day.

A true gentleman

Christopher Lee --- another wonderful actor and human being. RIP.

What a gracious and warm person.

Carrie fisher once said something along the lines of that she had a difficult time acting angry towards Peter Cushing because he was such a gentleman to her offscreen

Such an outstanding person. Rest in peace, sir.

You can hear the pain in his voice. He’s such a good human being and you wouldn’t think that with the character he plays in Star Wars.

@texas9076

2 жыл бұрын

His portrayal of saruman is more intense

Christopher Lee IS the Absolute Madlad greetings from Count Dankula

Christopher Lee is an absolute legend.

He’s everything an actor should be.

2 really big legends in the movie industry . R.I.P to both of them . They will never be forgotten .

Both of these men were such treasures, and we are fortunate to have had them. George knew what he was doing when has casted venerable actors like Alec Guinness, Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee. They added gravitas to the films that elevate them and make them a joy to watch.

I wish i could interview him his talking stories are awesome.

You can tell he really cherished his relationship with Peter. RIP both legends.

*Two legends who won’t soon be forgotten.*

Such an elegant man. Blessing to hear speak. Peter Cushing was such a sweet man, charming to the last

They are truly were very gifted Actors

Christopher Lee has such a great personality, you don’t need him to be in a movie to be captivated by his presence

One of the greatest friendships in the History of Cinema. Together they helped make Hammer one of the greatest Studios of it's time. RIP Sir Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing (O.B.E). 🙏❤📽

Two of England's greatest actors. Funny how Christopher Lee remembers the little details about Peter Cushing's character form 30 years ago. We all do it for our friends, remember the little things. If we all could be so lucky to have a relationship with someone like the one these two giants had with each other.

The sith control everything. Count dooku/Christopher lee. Star wars attack of the clones. Rip

Sir Christopher (and in my world) SIR Peter Cushing were almost the last of Englands GREAT legendary actors. None will EVER equal them nor better them - I hope now in paradise together they share an afternoon tea and cucumber sandwiches on some VAST lawn all dressed in white with blue skies and angels. Thank you dearly to them both for their contribution to my life and everyone elses!

For some reason, when he mentioned that part about how Peter Cushing would sign his letters really got to me. The genuineness to wording combined with the strong friendship conveyed by how Christopher Lee talks about it can't be understated

Count Dooku was a fascinating character and Christopher Lee played him amazingly

What an eloquent man, sure he’s British but he’s very humble and polite

This man clearly misses his friend dearly but has nothing but fond memories

Lee and Cushing were true gentlemen you will never see their like again RIP

Such a legend. Sad he is not with us anymore.

Great actors, lovely human beings. Miss them both.

This is the photo he's talking about. www.eightieskids.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/12Friends-1.png

Wow count dooku is great at playing Christopher lee.

May you rest in peace Christopher Lee 🌹 Peter Cushing 🌹

LORD OF THE RINGS.... STARS WARS.... ..... these movies were my childhood, & thank you Sir Christopher Lee for portraying ideal GREAT villains in either franchise!

it's crazy how 1 performance by Peter Cushing seriously developed one of the most intense star wars characters in the story, considering how good of a person he was in life. Awesome stuff. Also Christopher Lee is amazing and his death metal album is sick.

What a gentleman of the age! He makes you want to be better just by listening to his conversation.

Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing. I grew up watching a LOT of old old horror movies. Old school Dracula films in black and white. Loved watching these two great actors back then.

"Not at all." What a gentleman, always.

You can see him fighting back emotions . He was very fond of Cushing.

I love the movie Terror Express, I got to see a younger Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing together!

@mitchellmelkin4078

2 жыл бұрын

EddieDaMachete, Indeed, a very entertaining film, which I never tire revisiting, on occasion. One can't overlook Telly Savalas' romp as the Cossack commander!!!

We don't need a count dooku movie, but I definitely would like to see Dooku in his younger years especially considering how strong they said he was before turning to the dark side. Darth Tyranus

George is a great lover of the Hammer Horror Series, just as I have been. At one point, he wanted Christopher in a lead villain part in A New Hope along with Peter Cushing, but couldn’t get Lee. Years later, to complete his dream, Lucas managed to get his first choice for Count Dooku which was Christopher Lee. The circle was complete, at that point.

Now Christopher Lee and Cushing are in the same place.

Two eternally classic British actors Lee and Cushing, total class and style, I miss them both but can remember them fondly in the rich legacy of their work 😊