John Wood
Acting
- Born:
- 1930-07-05
- Died:
- 2011-08-06
- Place of birth:
- 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.
Known For
Filmography
Lewis
The White Countess
The Rocket Post
The Return of the Dancing Master
Imagining Argentina
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
Foyle's War
Napoleon
The Body
Love in a Cold Climate
Chocolat
The Little Vampire
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance
Longitude
Longitude
Mad Cows
The Venice Project
An Ideal Husband
Metroland
The Avengers
The Revengers' Comedies
The Gambler
Rasputin
Jane Eyre
Richard III
Sabrina
Citizen X
Uncovered
The Madness of King George
Shadowlands
The Clothes in the Wardrobe
The Young Americans
Orlando
Memento Mori
The Storyteller: Greek Myths - Daedalus & Icarus
The Storyteller: Greek Myths
Twelfth Night
At Mother's Request
Jumpin' Jack Flash
Heartburn
Lady Jane
Ladyhawke
The Purple Rose of Cairo
Screen Two
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Computers... But Were Afraid to Ask
WarGames
Marriage
Somebody Killed Her Husband
The Truckies
Blue Fire Lady
Churchill's People
Playhouse
Slaughterhouse-Five
Nicholas and Alexandra
Which Way to the Front?
One More Time
Doomwatch
Plays of Today
Poor Cherry
Hondo
Just Like a Woman
Too Many Cooks
NET Playhouse
Thirty-Minute Theatre
Out of the Unknown
A Tale of Two Cities
Thursday Theatre
The Summer in Gossensass
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
A Choice of Coward
Theatre 625
Festival
Espionage
The Mouse on the Moon
Love is a Ball
Just for Fun
That Kind of Girl
Postman's Knock
Drama 61-67
The Rebel
The Avengers
Two-Way Stretch
Barnaby Rudge
The Challenge
Jazz Boat
Idol on Parade
Kenilworth
Theatre Night
Armchair Theatre
Strange Experiences
Oh, Boy!