John Wood
Acting • Born 1930-07-05 – Died 2011-08-06
Biography
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.
Filmography
84 credits
WarGames
Movie • 1983
Stephen Falken
Chocolat
Movie • 2000
Guillaume Blerot
Ladyhawke
Movie • 1985
Bishop of Aquila
The Revengers' Comedies
Movie • 1998
Col. Marcus
Shadowlands
Movie • 1993
Christopher Riley
Jumpin' Jack Flash
Movie • 1986
Jeremy Talbott
Lady Jane
Movie • 1986
John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
The Young Americans
Movie • 1993
Richard Donnelly
Slaughterhouse-Five
Movie • 1972
English Officer
Citizen X
Movie • 1995
Gorbunov
Orlando
Movie • 1992
Archduke Harry
The Avengers
Movie • 1998
Trubshaw
One More Time
Movie • 1970
Figg
The Body
Movie • 2001
Cardinal Pesci
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
Movie • 2002
Wetherby
Nicholas and Alexandra
Movie • 1971
Col. Kobylinsky
Jane Eyre
Movie • 1996
Mr. Brocklehurst
Rasputin
Movie • 1996
Prime Minister Stolypin
Uncovered
Movie • 1995
Cesar
The White Countess
Movie • 2005
Prince Peter Belinskya
Poor Cherry
Movie • 1967
Brian
Somebody Killed Her Husband
Movie • 1978
Ernest Van Stanten
Which Way to the Front?
Movie • 1970
Finkel
That Kind of Girl
Movie • 1963
Doctor
Postman's Knock
Movie • 1962
P.C. Woods
The Return of the Dancing Master
Movie • 2004
Jonas Andersson
The Gambler
Movie • 1997
The General
Twelfth Night
Movie • 1987
Sir Toby Belch
Sabrina
Movie • 1995
Fairchild
The Challenge
Movie • 1960
School Inspector
Imagining Argentina
Movie • 2003
Amos Sternberg
The Purple Rose of Cairo
Movie • 1985
Jason
The Clothes in the Wardrobe
Movie • 1993
Robert
Just Like a Woman
Movie • 1967
John Martin
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
Movie • 1964
Otto
Blue Fire Lady
Movie • 1977
Gus
Richard III
Movie • 1995
King Edward IV
The Madness of King George
Movie • 1994
Thurlow
Longitude
Movie • 2000
Sir Edmund Halley
The Venice Project
Movie • 1999
The Viscount
An Ideal Husband
Movie • 1999
Lord Caversham
Love is a Ball
Movie • 1963
Julian Soames
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
Movie • 2000
Charles Leadbeater
The Little Vampire
Movie • 2000
Lord McAshton
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
Movie • 1984
Mad Cows
Movie • 1999
Alistair
Idol on Parade
Movie • 1959
Jeremy
The Empty Beach
Movie • 1985
Parker
Memento Mori
Movie • 1992
Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
Just for Fun
Movie • 1963
Official
The Rebel
Movie • 1961
Poet
Heartburn
Movie • 1986
British Moderator
Metroland
Movie • 1997
The Retired Commuter
The Rocket Post
Movie • 2004
Sir Wilson Ramsay
Marriage
Movie • 1981
Councillor Podkolyossin
Oh, Boy!
Movie • 1938
Man
Jazz Boat
Movie • 1960
Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
Two-Way Stretch
Movie • 1960
Captain
The Mouse on the Moon
Movie • 1963
Countryman
The Summer in Gossensass
Movie • 1964
Eilert Løvborg
Too Many Cooks
Movie • 1966
Brenner
Out of the Unknown
TV • 1965
Brenner
The Avengers
TV • 1961
Foyle's War
TV • 2002
Sir Michael Waterford
Espionage
TV • 1963
Hondo
TV • 1967
The Truckies
TV • 1978
Barnaby Rudge
TV • 1960
Doomwatch
TV • 1970
Nigel Waring
At Mother's Request
TV • 1987
Richard Behrens
Love in a Cold Climate
TV • 2001
Lord Merlin
Napoleon
TV • 2002
Pape Pie VII
The Storyteller: Greek Myths
TV • 1991
Minos
Playhouse
TV • 1974
Councillor Podkolyossin
The Liars
TV • 1966
Cadwaller
Festival
TV • 1963
Laevsky
Festival
TV • 1963
The Speaker - Robert Emmet
Theatre Night
TV • 1957
The Wall
Longitude
TV • 2000
Edmund Halley
Theatre 625
TV • 1964
Churchill's People
TV • 1974
Edward the Confessor
Strange Experiences
TV • 1955
Man
Drama 61-67
TV • 1961
Kincaid
Drama 61-67
TV • 1961
Alec