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
Sabrina (1995)
as Fairchild
The Avengers (1998)
as Trubshaw
The Little Vampire (2000)
as Lord McAshton
The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)
as Jason
Richard III (1995)
as King Edward IV
The Madness of King George (1994)
as Thurlow
Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986)
as Jeremy Talbott
Lady Jane (1986)
as John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
Heartburn (1986)
as British Moderator
Jane Eyre (1996)
as Mr. Brocklehurst
An Ideal Husband (1999)
as Lord Caversham
Citizen X (1995)
as Gorbunov
Orlando (1992)
as Archduke Harry
The Young Americans (1993)
as Richard Donnelly
Slaughterhouse-Five (1972)
as English Officer
Imagining Argentina (2003)
as Amos Sternberg
Shadowlands (1993)
as Christopher Riley
The Body (2001)
as Cardinal Pesci
Nicholas and Alexandra (1971)
as Col. Kobylinsky
The White Countess (2005)
as Prince Peter Belinskya
Which Way to the Front? (1970)
as Finkel
The Return of the Dancing Master (2004)
as Jonas Andersson
The Mouse on the Moon (1963)
as Countryman
The Clothes in the Wardrobe (1993)
as Robert
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance (2000)
as Charles Leadbeater
Love is a Ball (1963)
as Julian Soames
The Storyteller: Greek Myths - Daedalus & Icarus (1991)
as Minos
The Revengers' Comedies (1998)
as Col. Marcus
Somebody Killed Her Husband (1978)
as Ernest Van Stanten
Longitude (2000)
as Sir Edmund Halley
Goodbye, Mr. Chips (2002)
as Wetherby
One More Time (1970)
as Figg
Uncovered (1995)
as Cesar
Marriage (1981)
as Councillor Podkolyossin
Rasputin (1996)
as Prime Minister Stolypin
That Kind of Girl (1963)
as Doctor
The Summer in Gossensass (1964)
as Eilert Løvborg
Two-Way Stretch (1960)
as Captain
The Gambler (1997)
as The General
Just Like a Woman (1967)
as John Martin
Memento Mori (1992)
as Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
Postman's Knock (1962)
as P.C. Woods
The Rocket Post (2004)
as Sir Wilson Ramsay
Idol on Parade (1959)
as Jeremy
The Rebel (1961)
as Poet
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living (1964)
as Otto
Metroland (1998)
as The Retired Commuter
Too Many Cooks (1966)
as Brenner
The Challenge (1960)
as School Inspector
Just for Fun (1963)
as Official
Mad Cows (1999)
as Alistair
The Venice Project (1999)
as The Viscount
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
Jazz Boat (1960)
as Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
Oh, Boy! (1938)
as Man
Twelfth Night (1987)
as Sir Toby Belch