John Wood
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John Wood (5 July 1930 – 6 August 2011) was an English stage and screen actor known for his distinguished career in both classical and contemporary theater. He was born on July 5, 1930, in Derbyshire, England. Wood gained prominence as a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company, where he performed in numerous Shakespearean productions. Wood's notable stage roles include performances in "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead," "The Rivals," and "Travesties," among many others. He also appeared in various productions on Broadway, earning critical acclaim for his performances in plays such as "Amadeus" and "The Winslow Boy." In addition to his stage work, John Wood had a presence in film and television. He starred in movies like "WarGames" (1983) and "Chocolat" (2000). His television credits include appearances in series such as "The Avengers," "Inspector Morse," and "Midsomer Murders." John Wood was highly regarded for his exceptional acting talent, particularly his ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance. He received several awards throughout his career, including a Tony Award for his performance in "Travesties" and a Laurence Olivier Award for his work in "The Philanthropist." Sadly, John Wood passed away on August 6, 2011, in England, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances in the world of theater and film.
Known for
Credits
WarGames (1983)
as Stephen Falken
Chocolat (2000)
as Guillaume Blerot
Ladyhawke (1985)
as Bishop of Aquila
The Clothes in the Wardrobe (1993)
as Robert
Sabrina (1995)
as Fairchild
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living (1964)
as Otto
Imagining Argentina (2003)
as Amos Sternberg
Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986)
as Jeremy Talbott
The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)
as Jason
Citizen X (1995)
as Gorbunov
Jane Eyre (1996)
as Mr. Brocklehurst
Lady Jane (1986)
as John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
The Avengers (1998)
as Trubshaw
Marriage (1981)
as Councillor Podkolyossin
Heartburn (1986)
as British Moderator
The Little Vampire (2000)
as Lord McAshton
The Madness of King George (1994)
as Thurlow
An Ideal Husband (1999)
as Lord Caversham
Slaughterhouse-Five (1972)
as English Officer
Shadowlands (1993)
as Christopher Riley
Orlando (1992)
as Archduke Harry
Richard III (1995)
as King Edward IV
Nicholas and Alexandra (1971)
as Col. Kobylinsky
The Body (2001)
as Cardinal Pesci
The White Countess (2005)
as Prince Peter Belinskya
Goodbye, Mr. Chips (2002)
as Wetherby
The Young Americans (1993)
as Richard Donnelly
Longitude (2000)
as Sir Edmund Halley
The Revengers' Comedies (1998)
as Col. Marcus
The Empty Beach (1985)
as Parker
Somebody Killed Her Husband (1978)
as Ernest Van Stanten
The Mouse on the Moon (1963)
as Countryman
Which Way to the Front? (1970)
as Finkel
Rasputin (1996)
as Prime Minister Stolypin
Uncovered (1995)
as Cesar
Metroland (1997)
as The Retired Commuter
That Kind of Girl (1963)
as Doctor
Idol on Parade (1959)
as Jeremy
The Rebel (1961)
as Poet
The Summer in Gossensass (1964)
as Eilert Løvborg
Postman's Knock (1962)
as P.C. Woods
Love is a Ball (1963)
as Julian Soames
Two-Way Stretch (1960)
as Captain
The Venice Project (1999)
as The Viscount
The Gambler (1997)
as The General
One More Time (1970)
as Figg
The Challenge (1960)
as School Inspector
Memento Mori (1992)
as Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
Too Many Cooks (1966)
as Brenner
The Rocket Post (2004)
as Sir Wilson Ramsay
Twelfth Night (1987)
as Sir Toby Belch
The Return of the Dancing Master (2004)
as Jonas Andersson
Just Like a Woman (1967)
as John Martin
Jazz Boat (1960)
as Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance (2000)
as Charles Leadbeater
Just for Fun (1963)
as Official
Mad Cows (1999)
as Alistair
Blue Fire Lady (1977)
as Gus
Poor Cherry (1967)
as Brian
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask (1984)
Actor
Oh, Boy! (1938)
as Man