Julian Sands
Acting
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.
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movieThe Piper
2023
Gustafson
movieDouble Soul
2023
Orlandi
movieSeneca
2023
Rufus
movieBenediction
2021
Chief Medical Officer
movieThe Ghosts of Borley Rectory
2021
Lionel Foyster
movieDeath Rider in the House of Vampires
2021
Count Holliday
movieBobbleheads: The Movie
2020
Purrbles McCat (voice)
movieYeh Ballet
2020
Saul Aaron
movieA Nasty Piece of Work
2019
Steven Essex
movieThe Garden of Evening Mists
2019
1980s Frederik Gemmell
movieBongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm
2019
King Jason (voice)
tvWHAT / IF
2019
Liam Strom
movieThe Keeper
2018
Tilson, Man City President
movieWalk Like a Panther
2018
Tony ‘Sweet Cheeks’ Smith
movieToy Gun
2018
Officer Jonta
movieCrooked House
2017
Philip Leonides
tvMan in an Orange Shirt
2017
Caspar Nicholson
tvWill
2017
Barrett Emerson
movieBorley Rectory
2017
Narrator (voice)
movieThe Escape
2017
Lambert
movieThe Chosen
2016
Kotov
movieThe Loner
2016
Evgeny
movieWe're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story
2015
John Le Mesurier
movieExtraordinary Tales
2015
Narrator (voice) (segment 'The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar')
movieSix Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
2014
Winslow Cunard
movieMe
2014
Sam Citkowitz
movieGHB: To Be or Not to Be
2014
Le client
tvGotham
2014
Gerald Crane
tvCrossbones
2014
William Jagger
movieUnknown Heart
2014
Richard Mellor
movieCesar Chavez
2014
Victore Representative
tvThe Blacklist
2013
Sutton Ross
tvThe Village
2013
Lord Kilmartin
tvBanshee
2013
Priest
tvElementary
2012
Jasper Wells
movieThe Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
2011
Young Henrik Vanger
tvPerson of Interest
2011
Alistair Wesley
movieGolf in the Kingdom
2011
Peter McNaughton
movieThe Good Life
2010
Robert
tvBollywood Hero
2009
Reg Hunt
tvCastle
2009
Teddy Farrow
movieBlood and Bone
2009
Franklin McVeigh
tvAbove Suspicion
2009
Damian Nolan
movieHeidi 4 Paws
2008
Peter the Goatherder
movieCat City
2008
Nick Compton
tvLipstick Jungle
2008
Hector Matrick
movieOcean's Thirteen
2007
Greco Montgomery
tvBlood Ties
2007
Javier Mendoza
movieThe Haunted Airman
2006
Dr. Hal Burns
tvDexter
2006
Miles Castner
tvGhost Whisperer
2005
Ethan Clark
movieKenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore
2005
Laurence Olivier
tvAgatha Christie's Marple
2004
Thomas Royde
movieRomasanta: The Werewolf Hunt
2004
Manuel Romasanta
tvThe L Word
2004
Nick Barashkov
movieEasy Sex
2003
Packard Schmidt
movieThe Medallion
2003
Snakehead
tvNapoleon
2002
Klemens von Metternich
tvOzzy & Drix
2002
Penicillin G (voice)
movieThe Scoundrel's Wife
2002
Doctor Lenz
tvRose Red
2002
Nick Hardaway
tv24
2001
Vladimir Bierko
tvSmallville
2001
Jor-El
tvLaw & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Philip Reinhardt
movieHotel
2001
Tour Guide
tvJackie Chan Adventures
2000
Valmont (voice) / Mayor Valmont (voice)
movieVatel
2000
Louis XIV
movieTimecode
2000
Quentin
movieLove Me
2000
The sailor
movieMercy
2000
Dr. Dominik Broussard
movieThe Million Dollar Hotel
2000
Terence Scopey
tvLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit
1999
Barclay Pallister
movieThe Phantom of the Opera
1998
The Phantom
movieLong Time Since
1998
Michael James
movieOne Night Stand
1997
Nurse Chris
movieNever Ever
1997
Roderick
movieEnd of Summer
1997
Rev. Basil March
tvStargate SG-1
1997
The Doci
tvThe Real Adventures of Jonny Quest
1996
Kreed (voice)
tvStrangers
1996
George
movieThe Great Elephant Escape
1995
Clive Potter
America
1995
Padre Tiziano
movieMario and the Magician
1994
Professor Fuhrmann
movieWitch Hunt
1994
Finn Macha
tvChicago Hope
1994
Bradford Whittle
movieThe Browning Version
1994
Tom Gilbert
movieBoxing Helena
1993
Dr. Nick Cavanaugh
movieCrazy in Love
1992
Mark Constable
movieThe Turn of the Screw
1992
Mr. Cooper
movieNaked Lunch
1991
Yves Cloquet
movieThe Wicked
1991
Gustav
movieGrand Isle
1991
Alcee Arobin
movieImpromptu
1991
Franz Liszt
movieArachnophobia
1990
Dr. James Atherton
movieNight Sun
1990
Sergio Giuramondo
movieBlood Royal: William the Conqueror
1990
Edgar Atheling
movieTennessee Nights
1989
Wolfgang Leighton
movieWarlock
1989
Warlock
movieManika, the Girl Who Lived Twice
1989
Father Daniel Mahoney
movieMurder on the Moon
1989
Maj. Stepan Gregorivitj Kirilenko
movieVibes
1988
Dr. Harrison Steele
movieBasements
1987
Mr. Sands (segment "The Room")
movieGothic
1987
Percy Shelley
movieA Room with a View
1986
George Emerson
movieHarem
1986
Charles
tvHarem
1986
Forest
movieThe Doctor and the Devils
1985
Dr. Murray
movieAfter Darkness
1985
Laurence Hunningford
tvThe Sun Also Rises
1984
Gerald
movieThe Killing Fields
1984
Jon Swain
tvThe Box of Delights
1984
Greek Soldier
movieOxford Blues
1984
Colin Gilchrist Fisher
tvA Married Man
1983
Guy Lough
moviePrivates on Parade
1983
Climbing Sailor
tvPlay for Today
1970
Groom
Crew2
movieGreenberg
2010
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