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.

Dooku and Tarkin would get along quite well in universe.

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

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

Christopher Lee lived to be 93 years young.

Christopher Lee is probably my favourite character to play

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

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.

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

RIP this great actor; such a class act

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

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.

"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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

R.I.P. Christopher Lee

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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...

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.

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

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

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

Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee both legends.

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.

Christopher Lee is an absolute legend.

Christopher Lee IS the Absolute Madlad greetings from Count Dankula

He’s everything an actor should be.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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May you rest in peace Christopher Lee 🌹 Peter Cushing 🌹

Wow count dooku is great at playing Christopher lee.

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!

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.

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

Now Christopher Lee and Cushing are in the same place.

An actor, a musician, an Intelligence officer, and heir to a medieval empire. He was allowed the role of Gandalf by J.R.R Tolkien himself, and got permission to marry his once-fiancée by a King. The extraordinary life of a legend most beloved, and whom will always be missed. Sir Christopher Lee. 😥