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John Wood
Born · July 5, 1930
Died · August 6, 2011 (81 years old)
Known For: Acting
Place of Birth: Derbyshire, England, UK
Bio
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.
The White Countess
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6.2
2005
The Rocket Post
Sir Wilson Ramsay
5.6
2004
The Return of the Dancing Master
Jonas Andersson
4.3
2004
Imagining Argentina
Amos Sternberg
5.6
2003
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
Wetherby
6.4
2002
Foyle's War
(1 episode)
7.8
2002
Napoleon
Pape Pie VII · (4 episodes)
6.9
2002
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones
Charles Leadbeater · (1 episode)
7.0
2002
The Body
Cardinal Pesci
5.5
2001
Love in a Cold Climate
Lord Merlin · (3 episodes)
7.8
2001
Chocolat
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7.0
2000
The Little Vampire
Lord McAshton
6.9
2000
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
Charles Leadbeater
5.8
2000
Longitude
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7.3
2000
Mad Cows
Alistair
3.9
1999
The Venice Project
The Viscount
0.0
1999
An Ideal Husband
Lord Caversham
6.4
1999
The Avengers
Trubshaw
4.4
1998
The Revengers' Comedies
Col. Marcus
5.8
1998
The Gambler
The General
4.8
1997
Metroland
The Retired Commuter
5.9
1997
Rasputin
Prime Minister Stolypin
6.5
1996
Jane Eyre
Mr. Brocklehurst
6.9
1996
Richard III
King Edward IV
6.7
1995
Sabrina
Fairchild
6.2
1995
Citizen X
Gorbunov
7.2
1995
Uncovered
Cesar
5.7
1995
The Madness of King George
Thurlow
6.8
1994
Shadowlands
Christopher Riley
6.9
1993
The Summer House
Robert
5.4
1993
The Young Americans
Richard Donnelly
5.8
1993
Orlando
Archduke Harry
6.9
1992
Memento Mori
Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
6.2
1992
Twelfth Night
Sir Toby Belch
4.5
1987
At Mother's Request
Richard Behrens · (1 episode)
0.0
1987
Jumpin' Jack Flash
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6.1
1986
Heartburn
British Moderator
6.0
1986
Lady Jane
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6.8
1986
The Empty Beach
Parker
3.2
1985
Ladyhawke
Bishop of Aquila
7.0
1985
The Purple Rose of Cairo
Jason
7.4
1985
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
0.0
1984
WarGames
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7.1
1983
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0.0
1981
Somebody Killed Her Husband
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4.9
1978
The Truckies
(12 episodes)
0.0
1978
Blue Fire Lady
Gus
6.5
1977
Slaughterhouse-Five
English Officer
6.5
1972
Nicholas and Alexandra
Col. Kobylinsky
6.9
1971
Which Way to the Front?
Finkel
4.8
1970
One More Time
Figg
4.3
1970
Doomwatch
Nigel Waring · (1 episode)
5.7
1970
Poor Cherry
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0.0
1967
Hondo
(1 episode)
6.2
1967
Just Like a Woman
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5.0
1967
Out of the Unknown
(1 episode)
6.8
1965
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Otto
0.0
1964
Espionage
(1 episode)
0.0
1963
The Mouse on the Moon
Countryman
5.9
1963
Love Is a Ball
Julian Soames
4.6
1963
Just for Fun
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3.7
1963
That Kind of Girl
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5.6
1963
Postman's Knock
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4.3
1962
The Rebel
Poet
7.8
1961
The Avengers
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7.7
1961
Barnaby Rudge
(13 episodes)
5.0
1960
The Challenge
School Inspector
5.3
1960
Idol on Parade
Jeremy
7.0
1959
Oh, Boy!
Man
0.0
1938