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
all 74
Movies 55
TV Shows 19
Director 1
self 1
The White Countess (2005)
The Rocket Post (2004)
The Return of the Dancing Master (2004)
Imagining Argentina (2003)
Goodbye, Mr. Chips (2002)
Foyle's War (2002)
Napoleon (2002)
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (2002)
The Body (2001)
Love in a Cold Climate (2001)
Chocolat (2000)
The Little Vampire (2000)
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance (2000)
Longitude (2000)
Mad Cows (1999)
The Venice Project (1999)
An Ideal Husband (1999)
The Canterbury Tales (1998)
The Avengers (1998)
The Revengers' Comedies (1998)
The Gambler (1997)
Metroland (1997)
Family Money (1997)
Rasputin (1996)
Jane Eyre (1996)
Richard III (1995)
Sabrina (1995)
Citizen X (1995)
Uncovered (1995)
The Madness of King George (1994)
Shadowlands (1993)
The Young Americans (1993)
Orlando (1992)
Memento Mori (1992)
Twelfth Night (1987)
At Mother's Request (1987)
Heartburn (1986)
Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986)
Lady Jane (1986)
The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1985)
The Empty Beach (1985)
Ladyhawke (1985)
The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask (1984)
WarGames (1983)
Somebody Killed Her Husband (1978)
The Truckies (1978)
Blue Fire Lady (1977)
Slaughterhouse-Five (1972)
Nicholas and Alexandra (1971)
Which Way to the Front? (1970)
One More Time (1970)
Doomwatch (1970)
Poor Cherry (1967)
Hondo (1967)
Another Moon Called Earth (1967)
Just Like a Woman (1967)
Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965)
Out of the Unknown (1965)
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living (1964)
Festival (1963)
Espionage (1963)
The Mouse on the Moon (1963)
Love Is a Ball (1963)
Just for Fun (1963)
That Kind of Girl (1963)
Postman's Knock (1962)
The Rebel (1961)
Jango (1961)
The Avengers (1961)
Barnaby Rudge (1960)
The Challenge (1960)
Idol on Parade (1959)
A Tale of Two Cities
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Known ForActing
GenderMale
Birthday1930-07-05
Deathday2011-08-06 (81 years old)
Birth NameJohn Norris Wood
Birth PlaceDerbyshire, United Kingdom
CitizenshipsUnited Kingdom
Also Known AsJohn Woods, Tom Wood, Джон Вуд
AwardsCommander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play
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