Known For
Acting
Born
Jan 04, 1958
Died
Jan 13, 2023
Place of Birth
Otley, Yorkshire, England, UK
Credits
149 titles
Julian Sands
Biography
Julian Sands (4 January 1958 — 13 January 2023) was an English actor, amassing a significantly successful career in film, television, and stage, gaining recognition for his roles in various British films throughout the 1980s. Sands' breakthrough came with his captivating performance in the 1985 romance film A Room with a View, directed by James Ivory. This period drama not only showcased his acting skills but also earned him widespread acclaim. Following this success, Sands continued to establish himself in the industry by taking on diverse roles in a variety of films like The Killing Fields (1984), Warlock (1989), and Arachnophobia (1990). Known for his striking presence and ability to portray a wide range of characters, Sands made a lasting impact on both the stage and screen. He collaborated with renowned directors and participated in classic and contemporary theatrical productions. In addition to his work in film and stage, Sands also embraced various genres, showcasing his versatility in both dramatic and genre work. His dedication to his craft and his ability to bring complex characters to life earned him a respected place in the entertainment industry. Sands was also recognised for his philanthropic efforts and involvement in social causes. Tragically, on 13 January 2023, Sands went missing while hiking in the San Gabriel Mountains northeast of Los Angeles. His remains were discovered in June of that year in the area he had been visiting.
Known For
Filmography
The Last Breath
Levi
Body Odyssey
Kurt
The Piper
Gustafson
The Darkside of Society
Self
Double Soul
Orlandi
Seneca
Rufus
The Ghosts of Monday
Bruce
Benediction
Chief Medical Officer
The Survivalist
Heath
The Ghosts of Borley Rectory
Lionel Foyster
Death Rider in the House of Vampires
Count Holliday
Bobbleheads: The Movie
Purrbles McCat (voice)
11 Colours of the Bird
Self
Yeh Ballet
Saul Aaron
A Nasty Piece of Work
Steven Essex
The Garden of Evening Mists
1980s Frederik Gemmell
The Painted Bird
Garbos
Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm
King Jason (voice)
WHAT / IF
Liam Strom
The Keeper
Tilson, Man City President
Walk Like a Panther
Tony ‘Sweet Cheeks’ Smith
Toy Gun
Officer Jonta
Crooked House
Philip Leonides
Man in an Orange Shirt
Caspar Nicholson
Will
Barrett Emerson
Borley Rectory
Narrator (voice)
The Escape
Lambert
The Chosen
Kotov
The Loner
Evgeny
We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story
John Le Mesurier
Extraordinary Tales
Narrator (voice) (segment 'The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar')
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
Winslow Cunard
Me
Sam Citkowitz
GHB: To Be or Not to Be
Le client
Gotham
Gerald Crane
The Last Impresario
Self
Crossbones
William Jagger
Unknown Heart
Richard Mellor
Cesar Chavez
Victore Representative
The Blacklist
Sutton Ross
All Things To All Men
Cutter
The Village
Lord Kilmartin
Banshee
Priest
The Nightshift Belongs to the Stars
Mark
Suspension of Disbelief
Hackett
Elementary
Jasper Wells
Hirokin: The Last Samurai
Griffin
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Young Henrik Vanger
Person of Interest
Alistair Wesley
Golf in the Kingdom
Peter McNaughton