John Wood
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- Jul 5, 1930
- Died
- Aug 6, 2011 (aged 81)
- Place of birth
- Derbyshire, England, UK
- Credits
- 91
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
Filmography
Lewis
2007TV
Edward Le Plassiter
The White Countess
2005Movie
Prince Peter Belinskya
The Rocket Post
2004Movie
Sir Wilson Ramsay
The Return of the Dancing Master
2004Movie
Jonas Andersson
Imagining Argentina
2003Movie
Amos Sternberg
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
2002Movie
Wetherby
Foyle's War
2002TV
Sir Michael Waterford
Napoleon
2002TV
Pape Pie VII
The Body
2001Movie
Cardinal Pesci
Love in a Cold Climate
2001TV
Lord Merlin
Chocolat
2000Movie
Guillaume Blerot
The Little Vampire
2000Movie
Lord McAshton
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
2000Movie
Charles Leadbeater
Longitude
2000Movie
Sir Edmund Halley
Longitude
2000TV
Edmund Halley
Mad Cows
1999Movie
Alistair
The Venice Project
1999Movie
The Viscount
An Ideal Husband
1999Movie
Lord Caversham
Metroland
1998Movie
The Retired Commuter
The Avengers
1998Movie
Trubshaw
The Revengers' Comedies
1998Movie
Col. Marcus
The Gambler
1997Movie
The General
Rasputin
1996Movie
Prime Minister Stolypin
Jane Eyre
1996Movie
Mr. Brocklehurst
Richard III
1995Movie
King Edward IV
Sabrina
1995Movie
Fairchild
Citizen X
1995Movie
Gorbunov
Uncovered
1995Movie
Cesar
The Madness of King George
1994Movie
Thurlow
Shadowlands
1993Movie
Christopher Riley
The Clothes in the Wardrobe
1993Movie
Robert
The Young Americans
1993Movie
Richard Donnelly
Orlando
1992Movie
Archduke Harry
Memento Mori
1992Movie
Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
The Storyteller: Greek Myths - Daedalus & Icarus
1991Movie
Minos
The Storyteller: Greek Myths
1991TV
Minos
Twelfth Night
1987Movie
Sir Toby Belch
At Mother's Request
1987TV
Richard Behrens
Jumpin' Jack Flash
1986Movie
Jeremy Talbott
Heartburn
1986Movie
British Moderator
Lady Jane
1986Movie
John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
Ladyhawke
1985Movie
Bishop of Aquila
The Purple Rose of Cairo
1985Movie
Jason
Screen Two
1985TV
Robert
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
1984Movie
WarGames
1983Movie
Stephen Falken
Marriage
1981Movie
Councillor Podkolyossin
Somebody Killed Her Husband
1978Movie
Ernest Van Stanten
The Truckies
1978TV
Blue Fire Lady
1977Movie
Gus
Churchill's People
1974TV
Edward the Confessor
Playhouse
1974TV
Councillor Podkolyossin
Slaughterhouse-Five
1972Movie
English Officer
Nicholas and Alexandra
1971Movie
Col. Kobylinsky
Which Way to the Front?
1970Movie
Finkel
One More Time
1970Movie
Figg
Doomwatch
1970TV
Nigel Waring
Plays of Today
1969TV
Locke
Poor Cherry
1967Movie
Brian
Hondo
1967TV
Just Like a Woman
1967Movie
John Martin
Too Many Cooks
1966Movie
Brenner
NET Playhouse
1966TV
Silver Jack, Sir Harcourt, Tom Stylus, Dalton, Caleb Deecie, John Mildmay, Jakes, Dr. Delaney
Thirty-Minute Theatre
1965TV
Harry Dunn, Bone
Out of the Unknown
1965TV
Brenner
A Tale of Two Cities
1965TV
Sydney Carton
Thursday Theatre
1964TV
Max
The Summer in Gossensass
1964Movie
Eilert Løvborg
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
1964Movie
Otto
A Choice of Coward
1964TV
Otto
Theatre 625
1964TV
Festival
1963TV
Laevsky, The Speaker - Robert Emmet
Espionage
1963TV
Douglas
The Mouse on the Moon
1963Movie
Countryman
Love is a Ball
1963Movie
Julian Soames
Just for Fun
1963Movie
Official
That Kind of Girl
1963Movie
Doctor
Postman's Knock
1962Movie
P.C. Woods
Drama 61-67
1961TV
Kincaid, Alec
The Rebel
1961Movie
Poet
The Avengers
1961TV
Two-Way Stretch
1960Movie
Captain
Barnaby Rudge
1960TV
Barnaby Rudge
The Challenge
1960Movie
School Inspector
Jazz Boat
1960Movie
Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
Idol on Parade
1959Movie
Jeremy
Kenilworth
1957TV
Dr. Doboobie
Theatre Night
1957TV
The Wall
Armchair Theatre
1956TV
Brian
Strange Experiences
1955TV
Man
Oh, Boy!
1938Movie
Man