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B.S. Pully

Actor · born 14 May 1910 · Newark, New Jersey, USA

B.S. Pully, (born Murray Lerman, May 14, 1910 – January 6, 1972) was a New York nightclub comedian and stage actor who created the role of Big Jule in the musical Guys and Dolls. He was noted for his blue humor and thick, gravelly voice.

Born in Newark, New Jersey, Pully began his career on the Borscht Belt and achieved fame originating the Big Jule role in the original Broadway production of Guys and Dolls, appearing in more than 1,000 performances. He also played the role in the 1955 film version. Other notable film roles include the gruff Christmas tree vendor in 1945's A Tree Grows in Brooklyn and Joe the Bartender in 1945's Nob Hill.

Where to start: Guys and Dolls (1955).

As actor 12

TV shows 1

Frequently asked questions

What is the best B.S. Pully movie?

By viewer score, Guys and Dolls (1955) at 6.6/10.

What are B.S. Pully’s most popular movies?

Guys and Dolls, The Bellboy, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn.

How many movies has B.S. Pully made?

12 films on TMDB, 12 as actor.

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