John Wood
Acting
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.
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tvLewis
2007
Edward Le Plassiter
movieThe White Countess
2005
Prince Peter Belinskya
movieThe Rocket Post
2004
Sir Wilson Ramsay
movieThe Return of the Dancing Master
2004
Jonas Andersson
movieImagining Argentina
2003
Amos Sternberg
movieGoodbye, Mr. Chips
2002
Wetherby
tvFoyle's War
2002
Sir Michael Waterford
tvNapoleon
2002
Pape Pie VII
movieThe Body
2001
Cardinal Pesci
tvLove in a Cold Climate
2001
Lord Merlin
movieChocolat
2000
Guillaume Blerot
movieThe Little Vampire
2000
Lord McAshton
movieThe Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
2000
Charles Leadbeater
movieLongitude
2000
Sir Edmund Halley
tvLongitude
2000
Edmund Halley
movieMad Cows
1999
Alistair
movieThe Venice Project
1999
The Viscount
movieAn Ideal Husband
1999
Lord Caversham
movieThe Avengers
1998
Trubshaw
movieThe Revengers' Comedies
1998
Col. Marcus
movieThe Gambler
1997
The General
movieMetroland
1997
The Retired Commuter
movieRasputin
1996
Prime Minister Stolypin
movieJane Eyre
1996
Mr. Brocklehurst
movieRichard III
1995
King Edward IV
movieSabrina
1995
Fairchild
movieCitizen X
1995
Gorbunov
movieUncovered
1995
Cesar
movieShadowlands
1993
Christopher Riley
movieThe Young Americans
1993
Richard Donnelly
movieOrlando
1992
Archduke Harry
movieMemento Mori
1992
Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
movieTwelfth Night
1987
Sir Toby Belch
tvAt Mother's Request
1987
Richard Behrens
movieJumpin' Jack Flash
1986
Jeremy Talbott
movieHeartburn
1986
British Moderator
movieLady Jane
1986
John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
movieThe Empty Beach
1985
Parker
movieLadyhawke
1985
Bishop of Aquila
tvScreen Two
1985
Robert
movieWarGames
1983
Stephen Falken
movieMarriage
1981
Councillor Podkolyossin
movieSomebody Killed Her Husband
1978
Ernest Van Stanten
tvChurchill's People
1974
Edward the Confessor
tvPlayhouse
1974
Councillor Podkolyossin
movieSlaughterhouse-Five
1972
English Officer
movieNicholas and Alexandra
1971
Col. Kobylinsky
tvDoomwatch
1970
Nigel Waring
moviePoor Cherry
1967
Brian
movieJust Like a Woman
1967
John Martin
movieToo Many Cooks
1966
Brenner
tvNET Playhouse
1966
Silver Jack / Sir Harcourt / Tom Stylus / Dalton / Caleb Deecie / John Mildmay / Jakes / Dr. Delaney
tvThirty-Minute Theatre
1965
Harry Dunn / Bone
tvOut of the Unknown
1965
Brenner
A Tale of Two Cities
1965
Sydney Carton
movieThe Summer in Gossensass
1964
Eilert Løvborg
Festival
1963
Laevsky / The Speaker - Robert Emmet
tvEspionage
1963
Douglas
movieThe Mouse on the Moon
1963
Countryman
movieLove is a Ball
1963
Julian Soames
movieJust for Fun
1963
Official
moviePostman's Knock
1962
P.C. Woods
Drama 61-67
1961
Kincaid / Alec
tvThe Avengers
1961
movieTwo-Way Stretch
1960
Captain
tvBarnaby Rudge
1960
Barnaby Rudge
movieThe Challenge
1960
School Inspector
movieJazz Boat
1960
Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
movieIdol on Parade
1959
Jeremy
tvTheatre Night
1957
The Wall
