Acting
John Wood
Born Jul 5, 1930 · Derbyshire, England, UK · Died Aug 6, 2011
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.
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Acting
Lewis
2007
Crime · Drama · Mystery
The White Countess
2005
Drama · Romance · War
The Rocket Post
2004
Drama
The Return of the Dancing Master
2004
Crime · Thriller · Drama
Imagining Argentina
2003
Drama · Romance · Thriller
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
2002
Family · Drama · TV Movie
Foyle's War
2002
Mystery · Drama · War & Politics
Napoleon
2002
Drama · War & Politics · Action & Adventure
The Body
2001
Drama · Mystery · Romance
Love in a Cold Climate
2001
Drama
Chocolat
2000
Comedy · Drama · Romance
The Little Vampire
2000
Family · Adventure · Comedy
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
2000
Action · Adventure · Drama
Longitude
2000
TV Movie · Drama · History
Longitude
2000
Drama
Mad Cows
1999
Comedy
The Venice Project
1999
Drama · Comedy
An Ideal Husband
1999
Drama · Comedy · Romance
Metroland
1998
Comedy · Drama
The Avengers
1998
Action · Adventure · Thriller
The Revengers' Comedies
1998
Comedy · Crime · Romance
The Gambler
1997
Drama · Romance
Rasputin
1996
History · Drama · TV Movie
Jane Eyre
1996
Drama · Romance
Richard III
1995
Drama · War
Sabrina
1995
Romance · Comedy
Citizen X
1995
Crime · Drama · TV Movie
Uncovered
1995
Thriller
The Madness of King George
1994
Comedy · Drama · History
Shadowlands
1993
Drama · Romance
The Clothes in the Wardrobe
1993
Drama · TV Movie
The Young Americans
1993
Thriller · Drama · Crime
Orlando
1992
Drama · Fantasy
Memento Mori
1992
Drama · TV Movie · Comedy
The Storyteller: Greek Myths - Daedalus & Icarus
1991
Family · Fantasy · TV Movie
The Storyteller: Greek Myths
1991
Drama · Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Twelfth Night
1987
Drama
At Mother's Request
1987
Crime · Drama
Jumpin' Jack Flash
1986
Romance · Comedy · Thriller
Heartburn
1986
Comedy · Drama · Romance
Lady Jane
1986
Drama · Romance · History
Ladyhawke
1985
Adventure · Comedy · Fantasy
The Purple Rose of Cairo
1985
Fantasy · Comedy · Romance
Screen Two
1985
Drama
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
1984
Documentary
WarGames
1983
Drama · Science Fiction · Thriller
Marriage
1981
Somebody Killed Her Husband
1978
Mystery · Comedy · Crime
Blue Fire Lady
1977
Family · Drama
Churchill's People
1974
Drama · War & Politics
Playhouse
1974
Drama
Slaughterhouse-Five
1972
Drama · Science Fiction · War
Nicholas and Alexandra
1971
Drama · War · History
Which Way to the Front?
1970
Comedy · War
One More Time
1970
Comedy · Thriller
Doomwatch
1970
Drama · Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Poor Cherry
1967
TV Movie · Drama
Hondo
1967
Western
Just Like a Woman
1967
Comedy
Too Many Cooks
1966
Science Fiction · TV Movie
NET Playhouse
1966
Drama · Family
Thirty-Minute Theatre
1965
Drama
Out of the Unknown
1965
Sci-Fi & Fantasy · Drama
The Summer in Gossensass
1964
Documentary · Drama · History
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
1964
Romance · Comedy
A Choice of Coward
1964
Comedy · Drama
Theatre 625
1964
Drama
Espionage
1963
Action & Adventure · Drama
The Mouse on the Moon
1963
Comedy · Science Fiction
Love is a Ball
1963
Comedy · Romance
Just for Fun
1963
Music
That Kind of Girl
1963
Drama
Postman's Knock
1962
Comedy
The Rebel
1961
Comedy
The Avengers
1961
Action & Adventure · Crime · Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Two-Way Stretch
1960
Comedy · Crime
Barnaby Rudge
1960
Drama
The Challenge
1960
Drama · Thriller
Jazz Boat
1960
Comedy
Idol on Parade
1959
Comedy
Theatre Night
1957
Drama
Armchair Theatre
1956
Drama
Strange Experiences
1955
Crime · Drama
Oh, Boy!
1938
Comedy
Directed
The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents
1985
Drama · Mystery · Crime