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.
Known For
Stephen Falken
WarGames
Guillaume Blerot
Chocolat
Bishop of Aquila
Ladyhawke
Col. Marcus
The Revengers' Comedies
Christopher Riley
Shadowlands
Jeremy Talbott
Jumpin' Jack Flash
John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland
Lady Jane
Richard Donnelly
The Young Americans
English Officer
Slaughterhouse-Five
Gorbunov
Citizen X
Archduke Harry
Orlando
Trubshaw
The Avengers
Figg
One More Time
Cardinal Pesci
The Body
Wetherby
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
Col. Kobylinsky
Nicholas and Alexandra
Mr. Brocklehurst
Jane Eyre
Prime Minister Stolypin
Rasputin
Cesar
Uncovered
Prince Peter Belinskya
The White Countess
Brian
Poor Cherry
Ernest Van Stanten
Somebody Killed Her Husband
Finkel
Which Way to the Front?
Doctor
That Kind of Girl
P.C. Woods
Postman's Knock
Jonas Andersson
Die Rückkehr des Tanzlehrers
The General
The Gambler
Sir Toby Belch
Twelfth Night
Fairchild
Sabrina
School Inspector
The Challenge
Amos Sternberg
Imagining Argentina
Jason
The Purple Rose of Cairo
Robert
The Clothes in the Wardrobe
John Martin
Just Like a Woman
Otto
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
Gus
Blue Fire Lady
King Edward IV
Richard III
Thurlow
The Madness of King George
Sir Edmund Halley
Longitude
The Viscount
The Venice Project
Lord Caversham
An Ideal Husband
Julian Soames
Love Is a Ball
Charles Leadbeater
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
Lord McAshton
The Little Vampire
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
Alistair
Mad Cows
Jeremy
Idol on Parade
Parker
The Empty Beach
Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
Memento Mori
Official
Just for Fun
Poet
The Rebel
British Moderator
Heartburn
Countryman
The Mouse on the Moon
The Retired Commuter
Metroland
Sir Wilson Ramsay
The Rocket Post
Councillor Podkolyossin
Marriage
Man
Oh, Boy!
Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
Jazz Boat
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
58
Gender
Male
Birthday
1930-07-05
Place of Birth
Derbyshire, England, UK
Also Known As
John Woods