Julian Sands
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Julian Sands (4 January 1958 — 13 January 2023) was an English actor, amassing a significantly successful career in film, television, and stage, gaining recognition for his roles in various British films throughout the 1980s. Sands' breakthrough came with his captivating performance in the 1985 romance film A Room with a View, directed by James Ivory. This period drama not only showcased his acting skills but also earned him widespread acclaim. Following this success, Sands continued to establish himself in the industry by taking on diverse roles in a variety of films like The Killing Fields (1984), Warlock (1989), and Arachnophobia (1990). Known for his striking presence and ability to portray a wide range of characters, Sands made a lasting impact on both the stage and screen. He collaborated with renowned directors and participated in classic and contemporary theatrical productions. In addition to his work in film and stage, Sands also embraced various genres, showcasing his versatility in both dramatic and genre work. His dedication to his craft and his ability to bring complex characters to life earned him a respected place in the entertainment industry. Sands was also recognised for his philanthropic efforts and involvement in social causes. Tragically, on 13 January 2023, Sands went missing while hiking in the San Gabriel Mountains northeast of Los Angeles. His remains were discovered in June of that year in the area he had been visiting.
Known for
Credits
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
as Young Henrik Vanger
Ocean's Thirteen (2007)
as Greco Montgomery
The Medallion (2003)
as Snakehead
Blood and Bone (2009)
as Franklin McVeigh
Leaving Las Vegas (1995)
as Yuri
A Room with a View (1986)
as George Emerson
Crooked House (2017)
as Philip Leonides
Stargate: The Ark of Truth (2008)
as Doci
The Painted Bird (2019)
as Garbos
Arachnophobia (1990)
as Dr. James Atherton
The Killing Fields (1984)
as Jon Swain
Warlock (1989)
as Warlock
Naked Lunch (1991)
as Yves Cloquet
The Last Breath (2024)
as Levi
Boxing Helena (1993)
as Dr. Nick Cavanaugh
Ring of the Nibelungs (2004)
as Hagen
The Million Dollar Hotel (2000)
as Terence Scopey
Vatel (2000)
as Louis XIV
Hirokin: The Last Samurai (2012)
as Griffin
The Doctor and the Devils (1985)
as Dr. Murray
The Survivalist (2021)
as Heath
Easy Sex (2003)
as Packard Schmidt
Love Me (2000)
as The sailor
Suspension of Disbelief (2012)
as Hackett
All Things To All Men (2013)
as Cutter
One Night Stand (1997)
as Nurse Chris
Warlock: The Armageddon (1993)
as Warlock
Husbands and Lovers (1991)
as Stefan
Mercy (2000)
as Dr. Dominik Broussard
Impromptu (1991)
as Franz Liszt
The Phantom of the Opera (1998)
as The Phantom
The Keeper (2018)
as Tilson, Man City President
The Browning Version (1994)
as Tom Gilbert
Crazy in Love (1992)
as Mark Constable
Beyond Sherwood Forest (2009)
as Malcolm
Cesar Chavez (2014)
as Victore Representative
Borley Rectory (2017)
as Narrator (voice)
Vibes (1988)
as Dr. Harrison Steele
The Turn of the Screw (1992)
as Mr. Cooper
Oxford Blues (1984)
as Colin Gilchrist Fisher
The Loss of Sexual Innocence (1999)
as Adult Nic
Gothic (1987)
as Percy Shelley
Benediction (2021)
as Chief Medical Officer
Heidi 4 Paws (2008)
as Peter the Goatherder
Timecode (2000)
as Quentin
Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt (2004)
as Manuel Romasanta
Me (2014)
as Sam Citkowitz
Golf in the Kingdom (2011)
as Peter McNaughton
Extraordinary Tales (2015)
as Narrator (voice) (segment 'The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar')
A Nasty Piece of Work (2019)
as Steven Essex
Night Sun (1990)
as Sergio Giuramondo
Long Time Since (1998)
as Michael James
Unknown Heart (2014)
as Richard Mellor
Basements (1987)
as Mr. Sands (segment "The Room")
Witch Hunt (1994)
as Finn Macha
Hotel (2001)
as Tour Guide
Siesta (1987)
as Kit
Walk Like a Panther (2018)
as Tony ‘Sweet Cheeks’ Smith
Murder on the Moon (1989)
as Maj. Stepan Gregorivitj Kirilenko
Bobbleheads: The Movie (2020)
as Purrbles McCat (voice)
The Tomorrow Man (1996)
as Ken
The Last Impresario (2014)
as Self
Harem (1986)
as Charles
Romance on the Orient Express (1985)
as Sandy
The Garden of Evening Mists (2019)
as 1980s Frederik Gemmell
Blood Royal: William the Conqueror (1990)
as Edgar Atheling
The Ghosts of Monday (2022)
as Bruce
11 Colours of the Bird (2020)
as Self
The Scoundrel's Wife (2002)
as Doctor Lenz
Death Rider in the House of Vampires (2021)
as Count Holliday
The Wicked (1991)
as Gustav
Privates on Parade (1983)
as Climbing Sailor
Toy Gun (2018)
as Officer Jonta
Tale of a Vampire (1993)
as Alex
The Haunted Airman (2006)
as Dr. Hal Burns
The Great Elephant Escape (1995)
as Clive Potter
The Chosen (2016)
as Kotov
Tennessee Nights (1989)
as Wolfgang Leighton
The Piper (2023)
as Gustafson
Mario and the Magician (1994)
as Professor Fuhrmann
Her Name Is Carla (2005)
as Bill
Soft Targets (1982)
as Groom
Yeh Ballet (2020)
as Saul Aaron
Seneca (2023)
as Rufus
End of Summer (1997)
as Rev. Basil March
The Loner (2016)
as Evgeny
The Escape (2017)
as Lambert
Double Soul (2023)
as Orlandi
The Trail (2006)
as Gary
Grand Isle (1991)
as Alcee Arobin
Manika, the Girl Who Lived Twice (1989)
as Father Daniel Mahoney
Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm (2019)
as King Jason (voice)
Wherever You Are... (1988)
as Julian
The Maiden and the Princess (2011)
as Bernard
Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell (1995)
as Self
We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story (2015)
as John Le Mesurier
The Darkside of Society (2023)
as Self
GHB: To Be or Not to Be (2014)
as Le client
Cat City (2008)
as Nick Compton
The Ghosts of Borley Rectory (2021)
as Lionel Foyster
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks (2014)
as Winslow Cunard
After Darkness (1985)
as Laurence Hunningford
Kenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore (2005)
as Laurence Olivier
Never Ever (1997)
as Roderick
Mother Tongue (—)
Actor
Body Odyssey (2023)
as Kurt
America (1995)
as Padre Tiziano
The Good Life (2010)
as Robert
The Nightshift Belongs to the Stars (2012)
as Mark