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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 t…
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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.
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John Wood's Filmography
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The White Countess
as Prince Peter Belinskya
The Rocket Post
as Sir Wilson Ramsay
The Return of the Dancing Master
as Jonas Andersson
Imagining Argentina
as Amos Sternberg
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
as Wetherby
The Body
as Cardinal Pesci
Chocolat
as Guillaume Blerot
The Little Vampire
as Lord McAshton
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
as Charles Leadbeater
Longitude
as Sir Edmund Halley
Mad Cows
as Alistair
The Venice Project
as The Viscount
An Ideal Husband
as Lord Caversham
Metroland
as The Retired Commuter
The Avengers
as Trubshaw
The Revengers' Comedies
as Col. Marcus
The Gambler
as The General
Rasputin
as Prime Minister Stolypin
Jane Eyre
as Mr. Brocklehurst
Richard III
as King Edward IV
Sabrina
as Fairchild
Citizen X
as Gorbunov
Uncovered
as Cesar
The Madness of King George
as Thurlow
Shadowlands
as Christopher Riley
The Clothes in the Wardrobe
as Robert
The Young Americans
as Richard Donnelly
Orlando
as Archduke Harry
Memento Mori
as Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
The Storyteller: Greek Myths - Daedalus & Icarus
as Minos
Twelfth Night
as Sir Toby Belch
Jumpin' Jack Flash
as Jeremy Talbott
Heartburn
as British Moderator
Lady Jane
as John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
Ladyhawke
as Bishop of Aquila
The Purple Rose of Cairo
as Jason
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
WarGames
as Stephen Falken
Marriage
as Councillor Podkolyossin
Somebody Killed Her Husband
as Ernest Van Stanten
Blue Fire Lady
as Gus
Slaughterhouse-Five
as English Officer
Nicholas and Alexandra
as Col. Kobylinsky
Which Way to the Front?
as Finkel
One More Time
as Figg
Poor Cherry
as Brian
Just Like a Woman
as John Martin
Too Many Cooks
as Brenner
The Summer in Gossensass
as Eilert Løvborg
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
as Otto
The Mouse on the Moon
as Countryman
Love is a Ball
as Julian Soames
Just for Fun
as Official
That Kind of Girl
as Doctor
Postman's Knock
as P.C. Woods
The Rebel
as Poet
Two-Way Stretch
as Captain
The Challenge
as School Inspector
Jazz Boat
as Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
Idol on Parade
as Jeremy
Oh, Boy!
as Man