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John Wood

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Birthdate

1930-07-05

Day of Death

2011-08-06

Place of Birth

Derbyshire, England, UK

John Wood

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 (61)

⭐ 6.2 Role: Prince Peter Belinskya

The White Countess

2005
⭐ 5.4 Role: Sir Wilson Ramsay

The Rocket Post

2004
⭐ 5.2 Role: Jonas Andersson

The Return of the Dancing Master

2004
⭐ 5.6 Role: Amos Sternberg

Imagining Argentina

2003
⭐ 6.4 Role: Wetherby

Goodbye, Mr. Chips

2002
⭐ 5.5 Role: Cardinal Pesci

The Body

2001
⭐ 7.0 Role: Guillaume Blerot

Chocolat

2000
⭐ 6.9 Role: Lord McAshton

The Little Vampire

2000
⭐ 6.0 Role: Charles Leadbeater

The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance

2000
⭐ 7.4 Role: Sir Edmund Halley

Longitude

2000
⭐ 4.4 Role: Alistair

Mad Cows

1999
⭐ 7.0 Role: The Viscount

The Venice Project

1999
⭐ 6.5 Role: Lord Caversham

An Ideal Husband

1999
⭐ 4.5 Role: Trubshaw

The Avengers

1998
⭐ 5.8 Role: Col. Marcus

The Revengers' Comedies

1998