John Wood

Known for ActingBorn 1930-07-05Died 2011-08-06Derbyshire, England, UK

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.Read more

Movies & web series

At Mother's Request

Espionage

Oh, Boy!

The Storyteller: Greek Myths

Love in a Cold Climate

Foyle's War

Festival

The Rebel

Longitude

The Avengers

The Purple Rose of Cairo

Citizen X

The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents

Chocolat

Longitude

The Venice Project

The Little Vampire

WarGames

Napoleon

Jane Eyre

Ladyhawke

Orlando

Theatre 625

Shadowlands

Out of the Unknown

Lady Jane

Richard III

The Madness of King George

Playhouse

Nicholas and Alexandra

A Choice of Coward

Idol on Parade

Hondo

Rasputin

Blue Fire Lady

An Ideal Husband

Goodbye, Mr. Chips

Two-Way Stretch

The White Countess

Memento Mori

Slaughterhouse-Five

Twelfth Night

Sabrina

Doomwatch

Jazz Boat

The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey of Radiance

Jumpin' Jack Flash

The Clothes in the Wardrobe