John Wood
Born July 05, 1930 (Age: 95)
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Derbyshire, England, UK
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.
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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Filmography
The White Countess
2005
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as Prince Peter Belinskya
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Age: 75
The Return of the Dancing Master
2004
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as Jonas Andersson
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Age: 73
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
2002
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as Wetherby
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Age: 72
Chocolat
2000
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as Guillaume Blerot
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Age: 70
The Little Vampire
2000
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as Lord McAshton
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Age: 70
Longitude
2000
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as Sir Edmund Halley
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Age: 69
An Ideal Husband
1999
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as Lord Caversham
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Age: 68
The Avengers
1998
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as Trubshaw
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Age: 68
The Revengers' Comedies
1998
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as Col. Marcus
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Age: 67
The Gambler
1997
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as The General
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Age: 67
Metroland
1997
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as The Retired Commuter
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Age: 67
Rasputin
1996
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as Prime Minister Stolypin
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Age: 65
Jane Eyre
1996
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as Mr. Brocklehurst
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Age: 65
Richard III
1995
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as King Edward IV
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Age: 65
Sabrina
1995
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as Fairchild
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Age: 65
The Madness of King George
1994
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as Thurlow
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Age: 64
Shadowlands
1993
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as Christopher Riley
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Age: 63
The Clothes in the Wardrobe
1993
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as Robert
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Age: 63
The Young Americans
1993
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as Richard Donnelly
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Age: 63
Orlando
1992
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as Archduke Harry
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Age: 62
Memento Mori
1992
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as Ex-Inspector Henry Mortimer
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Age: 61
Twelfth Night
1987
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as Sir Toby Belch
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Age: 56
Jumpin' Jack Flash
1986
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as Jeremy Talbott
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Age: 56
Heartburn
1986
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as British Moderator
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Age: 56
The Empty Beach
1985
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as Parker
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Age: 55
Ladyhawke
1985
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as Bishop of Aquila
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Age: 54
The Purple Rose of Cairo
1985
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as Jason
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Age: 54
WarGames
1983
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as Stephen Falken
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Age: 52
Marriage
1981
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as Councillor Podkolyossin
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Age: 51
Somebody Killed Her Husband
1978
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as Ernest Van Stanten
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Age: 48
Too Many Cooks
1966
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as Brenner
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Age: 36
The Summer in Gossensass
1964
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as Eilert Løvborg
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Age: 34
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
1964
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as Otto
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Age: 34
The Mouse on the Moon
1963
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as Countryman
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Age: 32
Love is a Ball
1963
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as Julian Soames
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Age: 32
Just for Fun
1963
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as Official
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Age: 32
That Kind of Girl
1963
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as Doctor
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Age: 32
Postman's Knock
1962
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as P.C. Woods
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Age: 31
The Rebel
1961
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as Poet
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Age: 30
Two-Way Stretch
1960
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as Captain
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Age: 30
Jazz Boat
1960
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as Benson - Jeweller's Assistant
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Age: 29
The Challenge
1960
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as School Inspector
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Age: 29
Idol on Parade
1959
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as Jeremy
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Age: 28