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John Wood

Acting

1.4 Popularity Jul 05, 1930 (81 years old) Derbyshire, England, UK

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 ...

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 77

2005
The White Countess Movie

as Prince Peter Belinskya

2004
The Rocket Post Movie

as Sir Wilson Ramsay

2004
The Return of the Dancing Master Movie

as Jonas Andersson

2003
Imagining Argentina Movie

as Amos Sternberg

2002
Goodbye, Mr. Chips Movie

as Wetherby

2002
Foyle's War TV

as Sir Michael Waterford

2002
Napoleon TV

as Pape Pie VII

2002
Gay Propaganda Movie

Sound

2001
The Body Movie

as Cardinal Pesci

2001
Love in a Cold Climate TV

as Lord Merlin

2000
Chocolat Movie

as Guillaume Blerot

2000
The Little Vampire Movie

as Lord McAshton

2000
Longitude Movie

as Sir Edmund Halley

2000
Longitude TV

as Edmund Halley

1999
Mad Cows Movie

as Alistair

1999
The Venice Project Movie

as The Viscount

1999
An Ideal Husband Movie

as Lord Caversham

1998
The Avengers Movie

as Trubshaw

1998
The Revengers' Comedies Movie

as Col. Marcus

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Personal Details

Known For Acting
Gender Not specified
Birthday July 05, 1930 (81 years old)
Died August 06, 2011
Place of Birth Derbyshire, England, UK
Also Known As John Woods, Tom Wood, Джон Вуд
Years Active 1938 - 2005
Popularity 1.4
Career Stats
77 Total Credits
58 Movie Roles
17 TV Roles
1 Photos