John Wood
Jul 5, 1930 — Aug 6, 2011 (81 years)
Derbyshire, England, UK
50 Movies
21 Series
John Wood was born in Derbyshire, England, UK and works as an actor. Their performance in Chocolat as Guillaume Blerot remains one of the most memorable of their filmography. Other notable titles in their filmography include WarGames and Ladyhawke. Their filmography spans 50 films and 21 TV productions across 88 years, working mainly across genres like comedy, drama, romance.
81R.I.P.
50Movies
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John Wood
50 Movies
21 Series
John Wood was born in Derbyshire, England, UK and works as an actor. Their performance in Chocolat as Guillaume Blerot remains one of the most memorable of their filmography. Other notable titles in their filmography include WarGames and Ladyhawke. Their filmography spans 50 films and 21 TV productions across 88 years, working mainly across genres like comedy, drama, romance.
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Jane Eyre
1996
WarGames
1983
Ladyhawke
1985
Sabrina
1995
Imagining Argentina
2003
Lady Jane
1986
Chocolat
2000
A Choice of Coward: Design for Living
1964
Marriage
1981
The Purple Rose of Cairo
1985
Citizen X
1995
An Ideal Husband
1999
The Avengers
1998
The White Countess
2005
The Little Vampire
2000
Nicholas and Alexandra
1971
Slaughterhouse-Five
1972
Jumpin' Jack Flash
1986
Heartburn
1986
Richard III
1995
The Empty Beach
1985
The Madness of King George
1994
Shadowlands
1993
The Young Americans
1993
Orlando
1992
The Body
2001
Postman's Knock
1962
The Revengers' Comedies
1998
Metroland
1997
Two-Way Stretch
1960
The Gambler
1997
Uncovered
1995
That Kind of Girl
1963
Love is a Ball
1963
The Rebel
1961
Twelfth Night
1987
Which Way to the Front?
1970
Mad Cows
1999
The Challenge
1960
One More Time
1970
Just Like a Woman
1967
Somebody Killed Her Husband
1978
The Return of the Dancing Master
2004
The Mouse on the Moon
1963
The Rocket Post
2004
Jazz Boat
1960
Blue Fire Lady
1977
Just for Fun
1963
TV Shows
Barnaby Rudge
1960
Love in a Cold Climate
2001
Napoleon
2002
Strange Experiences
1955
Out of the Unknown
1965
The Avengers
1961
Foyle's War
2002
Doomwatch
1970
At Mother's Request
1987
The Storyteller: Greek Myths
1991
Playhouse
1974
Theatre Night
1957
Longitude
2000
Churchill's People
1974
Armchair Theatre
1956
Espionage
1963
A Choice of Coward
1964
Screen Two
1985
NET Playhouse
1966
Lewis
2007
Thirty-Minute Theatre
1965
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Lewis
Edward Le Plassiter
2007
TV
The White Countess
Prince Peter Belinskya
2005
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The Rocket Post
Sir Wilson Ramsay
2004
Film
The Return of the Dancing Master
Jonas Andersson
2004
Film
Imagining Argentina
Amos Sternberg
2003
Film
Foyle's War
Sir Michael Waterford
2004
TV
Napoleon
Pape Pie VII
2002
TV
The Body
Cardinal Pesci
2001
Film
Love in a Cold Climate
Lord Merlin
2001
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is John Wood still alive?
John Wood passed away on August 6, 2011 at age 81.
What are the most famous roles of John Wood?
John Wood is best known for roles in Chocolat, WarGames, Ladyhawke.
How many movies has John Wood been in?
Over a 73-year career (since 1938), John Wood has appeared in 61 movies and 29 TV shows.
What was John Wood's first movie?
The career of John Wood began with Oh, Boy! (1938).
What is John Wood's most recent movie or series?
John Wood's most recent release is Lewis, which premiered on February 18, 2007.
What TV shows has John Wood appeared in?
On television, John Wood has appeared in The Avengers, Lewis, Foyle's War, The Storyteller: Greek Myths.
John Wood
1930-07-05 · Derbyshire, 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.