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 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.

Known For

The Big Parade of Comedy

Jimmie Burnham in 'The Gay Bride' (archive footage)

The Great White Hope

Pop Weaver

Five Came Back

Bill Brooks

The Chance of a Lifetime

Horatio 'Boston Blackie' Black

Hollywood: The Dream Factory

Self (archive footage)

Sunday Night at the Trocadero

Chester Morris

Society Doctor

Dr. Morgan

The Show of Shows

Performer in $20 Bet Sketch and 'Bicycle Built for Two' Numbers