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John Wood

John Wood

Actor · 1930 – 2011 · 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.

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  • Movie7.1

    WarGames

    1983 · 2.3K votes

  • Movie7.0

    Chocolat

    2000 · 3.6K votes

  • Movie4.4

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    1998 · 813 votes

  • Movie7.0

    Ladyhawke

    1985 · 1.3K votes

  • Movie6.2

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    1985 · 1.2K votes

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    1986 · 223 votes

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    1992 · 406 votes

  • Movie6.5

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    1972 · 266 votes

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    1986 · 401 votes

  • Movie6.5

    An Ideal Husband

    1999 · 228 votes

  • Movie6.9

    Jane Eyre

    1996 · 250 votes

  • Movie6.9

    Lady Jane

    1986 · 115 votes

  • Movie6.9

    The Little Vampire

    2000 · 478 votes

  • Movie5.5

    The Body

    2001 · 239 votes

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    1995 · 400 votes

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    1995 · 198 votes

  • Movie6.9

    Shadowlands

    1993 · 319 votes

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    1971 · 81 votes

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    2005 · 88 votes

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    2003 · 58 votes

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    1970 · 35 votes

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    The Avengers

    1961 · 156 votes

  • TV7.1

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    1985 · 7 votes

  • TV7.9

    Foyle's War

    2002 · 111 votes

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    1964 · 5 votes

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    2007 · 123 votes

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    1974 · 1 votes

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    1965 · 8 votes

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    1965 · 8 votes

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    1974 · 2 votes

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    1963 · 1 votes

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    1966 · 3 votes

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    1963 · 1 votes

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    1970 · 6 votes

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    2002 · 88 votes

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    1967 · 7 votes

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    2000 · 5 votes

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    2001 · 14 votes

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    1956 · 6 votes

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    1964 · 1 votes

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