John Wood
ActingJohn 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 — Acting
Chocolat
Guillaume Blerot
WarGames
Stephen Falken
Sabrina
Fairchild
Ladyhawke
Bishop of Aquila
Heartburn
British Moderator
Orlando
Archduke Harry
Citizen X
Gorbunov
The Avengers
Trubshaw
The Purple Rose of Cairo
Jason
Nicholas and Alexandra
Col. Kobylinsky
Jane Eyre
Mr. Brocklehurst
Lady Jane
John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
The Body
Cardinal Pesci
Jumpin' Jack Flash
Jeremy Talbott
Uncovered
Cesar
Richard III
King Edward IV
Longitude
Sir Edmund Halley
The Madness of King George
Thurlow
An Ideal Husband
Lord Caversham
The Little Vampire
Lord McAshton
Slaughterhouse-Five
English Officer
Shadowlands
Christopher Riley
Metroland
The Retired Commuter
Love is a Ball
Julian Soames
Imagining Argentina
Amos Sternberg
The Young Americans
Richard Donnelly
Mad Cows
Alistair
Two-Way Stretch
Captain
The Challenge
School Inspector
Rasputin
Prime Minister Stolypin
The Clothes in the Wardrobe
Robert
The White Countess
Prince Peter Belinskya
The Gambler
The General
Somebody Killed Her Husband
Ernest Van Stanten
The Revengers' Comedies
Col. Marcus
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
Wetherby
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
Charles Leadbeater
The Rocket Post
Sir Wilson Ramsay
The Mouse on the Moon
Countryman
The Venice Project
The Viscount
The Empty Beach
Parker
One More Time
Figg
Which Way to the Front?
Finkel
Just Like a Woman
John Martin
Marriage
Councillor Podkolyossin
Idol on Parade
Jeremy
The Return of the Dancing Master
Jonas Andersson
Oh, Boy!
Man
Postman's Knock
P.C. Woods
Blue Fire Lady
Gus
The Rebel
Poet
Just for Fun
Official
That Kind of Girl
Doctor
Twelfth Night
Sir Toby Belch
Memento Mori
Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
Poor Cherry
Brian
Jazz Boat
Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
Otto
The Summer in Gossensass
Eilert Løvborg
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
Too Many Cooks
Brenner