John Wood

Also known as: John Norris Wood

Acting

Born:July 5, 1930
Died:August 6, 2011(aged 81)
Birthplace:Derbyshire, England, UK
Nationality:United Kingdom
Education:Jesus College, Bedford School
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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.

Filmography (53 movies)

The Rebel movie poster
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The Rebel

1961

as Poet

The Purple Rose of Cairo movie poster
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The Purple Rose of Cairo

1985

as Jason

Longitude movie poster
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Longitude

2000

as Sir Edmund Halley

Citizen X movie poster
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Citizen X

1995

as Gorbunov

WarGames movie poster
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WarGames

1983

as Stephen Falken

Ladyhawke movie poster
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Ladyhawke

1985

as Bishop of Aquila

Idol on Parade movie poster
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Idol on Parade

1959

as Jeremy

Chocolat movie poster
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Chocolat

2000

as Guillaume Blerot

Nicholas and Alexandra movie poster
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Nicholas and Alexandra

1971

as Col. Kobylinsky

Orlando movie poster
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Orlando

1992

as Archduke Harry

Shadowlands movie poster
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Shadowlands

1993

as Christopher Riley

Jane Eyre movie poster
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Jane Eyre

1996

as Mr. Brocklehurst

The Little Vampire movie poster
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The Little Vampire

2000

as Lord McAshton

Lady Jane movie poster
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Lady Jane

1986

as John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland

The Madness of King George movie poster
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The Madness of King George

1994

as Thurlow

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Richard III

1995

as King Edward IV

Rasputin movie poster
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Rasputin

1996

as Prime Minister Stolypin

Blue Fire Lady movie poster
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Blue Fire Lady

1977

as Gus

An Ideal Husband movie poster
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An Ideal Husband

1999

as Lord Caversham

Goodbye, Mr. Chips movie poster
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Goodbye, Mr. Chips

2002

as Wetherby

Memento Mori movie poster
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Memento Mori

1992

as Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer

The White Countess movie poster
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The White Countess

2005

as Prince Peter Belinskya

Sabrina movie poster
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Sabrina

1995

as Fairchild

Jumpin' Jack Flash movie poster
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Jumpin' Jack Flash

1986

as Jeremy Talbott

The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance movie poster
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The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance

2000

as Charles Leadbeater

Metroland movie poster
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Metroland

1997

as The Retired Commuter

The Young Americans movie poster
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The Young Americans

1993

as Richard Donnelly

Uncovered movie poster
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Uncovered

1995

as Cesar

That Kind of Girl movie poster
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That Kind of Girl

1963

as Doctor

The Clothes in the Wardrobe movie poster
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The Clothes in the Wardrobe

1993

as Robert

The Revengers' Comedies movie poster
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The Revengers' Comedies

1998

as Col. Marcus

Imagining Argentina movie poster
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Imagining Argentina

2003

as Amos Sternberg

The Body movie poster
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The Body

2001

as Cardinal Pesci

The Challenge movie poster
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The Challenge

1960

as School Inspector

The Rocket Post movie poster
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The Rocket Post

2004

as Sir Wilson Ramsay

Just Like a Woman movie poster
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Just Like a Woman

1967

as John Martin

The Venice Project movie poster
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The Venice Project

1999

as The Viscount

Which Way to the Front? movie poster
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Which Way to the Front?

1970

as Finkel

The Return of the Dancing Master movie poster
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The Return of the Dancing Master

2004

as Jonas Andersson

Somebody Killed Her Husband movie poster
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Somebody Killed Her Husband

1978

as Ernest Van Stanten

Love Is a Ball movie poster
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Love Is a Ball

1963

as Julian Soames

Twelfth Night movie poster
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Twelfth Night

1987

as Sir Toby Belch

The Gambler movie poster
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The Gambler

1997

as The General

The Avengers movie poster
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The Avengers

1998

as Trubshaw

One More Time movie poster
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One More Time

1970

as Figg

Postman's Knock movie poster
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Postman's Knock

1962

as P.C. Woods

The Empty Beach movie poster
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The Empty Beach

1985

as Parker

Just for Fun movie poster
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Just for Fun

1963

as Official

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Poor Cherry

1967

as Brian

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Marriage

1981

as Councillor Podkolyossin

Oh, Boy! movie poster

Oh, Boy!

1938

as Man

A Choice of Coward: Design for Living movie poster

A Choice of Coward: Design for Living

1964

as Otto

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask movie poster

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask

1984

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