Acting · Derbyshire, England, UK · Born July 5, 1930
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.
TVLewis
2007
as Edward Le Plassiter
MovieThe White Countess
2005
as Prince Peter Belinskya
MovieThe Rocket Post
2004
as Sir Wilson Ramsay
MovieThe Return of the Dancing Master
2004
as Jonas Andersson
MovieImagining Argentina
2003
as Amos Sternberg
MovieGoodbye, Mr. Chips
2002
as Wetherby
TVFoyle's War
2002
as Sir Michael Waterford
TVNapoleon
2002
as Pape Pie VII
MovieThe Body
2001
as Cardinal Pesci
TVLove in a Cold Climate
2001
as Lord Merlin
MovieChocolat
2000
as Guillaume Blerot
MovieThe Little Vampire
2000
as Lord McAshton
MovieThe Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
2000
as Charles Leadbeater
MovieLongitude
2000
as Sir Edmund Halley
TVLongitude
2000
as Edmund Halley
MovieMad Cows
1999
as Alistair
MovieThe Venice Project
1999
as The Viscount
MovieAn Ideal Husband
1999
as Lord Caversham
MovieThe Avengers
1998
as Trubshaw
MovieThe Revengers' Comedies
1998
as Col. Marcus
MovieThe Gambler
1997
as The General
MovieMetroland
1997
as The Retired Commuter
MovieRasputin
1996
as Prime Minister Stolypin
MovieJane Eyre
1996
as Mr. Brocklehurst
MovieRichard III
1995
as King Edward IV
MovieSabrina
1995
as Fairchild
MovieCitizen X
1995
as Gorbunov
MovieUncovered
1995
as Cesar
MovieThe Madness of King George
1994
as Thurlow
MovieShadowlands
1993
as Christopher Riley
MovieThe Clothes in the Wardrobe
1993
as Robert
MovieThe Young Americans
1993
as Richard Donnelly
MovieOrlando
1992
as Archduke Harry
MovieMemento Mori
1992
as Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
TVThe Storyteller: Greek Myths
1991
as Minos
MovieTwelfth Night
1987
as Sir Toby Belch
TVAt Mother's Request
1987
as Richard Behrens
MovieJumpin' Jack Flash
1986
as Jeremy Talbott
MovieHeartburn
1986
as British Moderator
MovieLady Jane
1986
as John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
MovieThe Empty Beach
1985
as Parker
MovieLadyhawke
1985
as Bishop of Aquila
MovieThe Purple Rose of Cairo
1985
as Jason
TVScreen Two
1985
as Robert
MovieEverything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
1984
MovieWarGames
1983
as Stephen Falken
MovieMarriage
1981
as Councillor Podkolyossin
MovieSomebody Killed Her Husband
1978
as Ernest Van Stanten
The Truckies
1978
MovieBlue Fire Lady
1977
as Gus
TVChurchill's People
1974
as Edward the Confessor
TVPlayhouse
1974
as Councillor Podkolyossin
MovieSlaughterhouse-Five
1972
as English Officer
MovieNicholas and Alexandra
1971
as Col. Kobylinsky
MovieWhich Way to the Front?
1970
as Finkel
MovieOne More Time
1970
as Figg
TVDoomwatch
1970
as Nigel Waring
Plays of Today
1969
as Locke
MoviePoor Cherry
1967
as Brian
TVHondo
1967
MovieJust Like a Woman
1967
as John Martin
MovieToo Many Cooks
1966
as Brenner
TVNET Playhouse
1966
as Silver Jack
TVThirty-Minute Theatre
1965
as Harry Dunn
TVOut of the Unknown
1965
as Brenner
A Tale of Two Cities
1965
as Sydney Carton
Thursday Theatre
1964
as Max
MovieThe Summer in Gossensass
1964
as Eilert Løvborg
MovieA Choice of Coward: Design for Living
1964
as Otto
TVA Choice of Coward
1964
as Otto
TVTheatre 625
1964
Festival
1963
as Laevsky
TVEspionage
1963
as Douglas
MovieThe Mouse on the Moon
1963
as Countryman
MovieLove is a Ball
1963
as Julian Soames
MovieJust for Fun
1963
as Official
MovieThat Kind of Girl
1963
as Doctor
MoviePostman's Knock
1962
as P.C. Woods
Drama 61-67
1961
as Kincaid
MovieThe Rebel
1961
as Poet
TVThe Avengers
1961
as Twitter
MovieTwo-Way Stretch
1960
as Captain
TVBarnaby Rudge
1960
as Barnaby Rudge
MovieThe Challenge
1960
as School Inspector
MovieJazz Boat
1960
as Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
MovieIdol on Parade
1959
as Jeremy
TVTheatre Night
1957
as The Wall
TVArmchair Theatre
1956
as Brian
TVStrange Experiences
1955
as Man
MovieOh, Boy!
1938
as Man
