Lester James Peries
Sri Lankabhimanya Lester James Peries was a Sri Lankan film director, screenwriter, and film producer. Considered as the father of Sri Lankan cinema, Lester worked as a filmmaker from 1949 to 2006 and was involved in over 28 films, including shorts a...
26
Total Movies
3
Languages
7.8
Avg Rating (TMDB)
N/A
Highest Grossing
Lester James Peries Upcoming Movies 2026
Essential Watchlist
Kaliyugaya
1982
🇺🇸 English
Rebellion
1978
SI
White Flowers for the Dead
1978
SI
Mangrove Island
1976
SI
Silence of the Heart
1969
SI
Sandesaya
1960
SI
Awaragira
1990
SI
The Yellow Robe
1967
SI
The Line of Destiny
1956
SI
Celluloid Man
2012
🇺🇸 English
The God King
1974
🇺🇸 English
The Treasure
1972
SI
Complete Filmography
| Year ↓ | Movie | IMDb | Box Office | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | The Tree Goddess | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2012 | Celluloid Man | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2006 | Elegy For A Mother | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2003 | The Garden | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2003 | Cineaste From Another Time | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 2002 | Mansion by the Lake | ⭐ 6.5 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1990 | Awaragira | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1988 | Sagara Jalaya Madi Handuwa Oba Handa | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1984 | Maya | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1982 | Kaliyugaya | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1980 | Baddegama | ⭐ 6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1978 | Rebellion | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1978 | Gahanu Lamai | ⭐ 6.8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1978 | White Flowers for the Dead | ⭐ 10 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1976 | Mangrove Island | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1974 | The God King | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1972 | The Treasure | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1972 | Desa Nisa | ⭐ 7 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| TBA | Sihinayaki Re | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1969 | Silence of the Heart | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1967 | The Yellow Robe | ⭐ 8 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1966 | Between Two Worlds | ⭐ 6.6 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1963 | Changes in the Village | ⭐ 5.833 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1960 | Sandesaya | ⭐ 9 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1956 | The Line of Destiny | ⭐ 7.188 | - | Theaters/TBA |
| 1954 | Conquest in the Dry Zone | N/A | - | Theaters/TBA |
Lester James Peries Career & Box Office Summary
Lester James Peries is one of the most prominent figures in Indian cinema, having acted in over 26 movies across 3 languages. With a stellar average TMDB rating of 7.8/10, Lester James Peries has consistently delivered critically acclaimed performances and massive box office blockbusters.
Fans eagerly anticipating new releases can look forward to 1 upcoming movies scheduled for 2026 and beyond. Additionally, 0 of their films are currently available to stream on major OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar. Bookmark this profile page for real-time updates on Lester James Peries's latest theatrical releases, OTT digital streaming dates, and box office collection reports.
Career Highlights
Awards & All-Time Records
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Biographical details are curated from authoritative sources including Wikipedia, TMDB, and official actor press releases. Filmography list aggregates global releases with Indian box office estimates and official OTT calendars.