Julian Sands
Julian Sands, a renowned British actor, was born on January 4, 1958, in Otley, West Riding of Yorkshire, England. He had a successful career in film, television, and stage, gaining recognition for his roles in various British films during the 1980s. Sands' breakthrough came with his captivating performance in the movie "A Room with a View" (1985), 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 film industry by taking on diverse roles in movies 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, Julian Sands also embraced various genres, showcasing his versatility in both dramatic and genre films. 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 recognized for his philanthropic efforts and involvement in social causes. Tragically, in 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. Julian Sands will always be remembered as a prominent figure in the world of acting, leaving behind a lasting legacy of memorable performances and contributions to the arts.
Known For
Credits
- 2024 · The Last Breath as Levi
- 2023 · Body Odyssey as Kurt
- 2023 · The Piper as Gustafson
- 2023 · Double Soul as Orlandi
- 2023 · Seneca as Rufus
- 2022 · The Ghosts of Monday as Bruce
- 2021 · The Ghosts of Borley Rectory as Lionel Foyster
- 2021 · Death Rider in the House of Vampires as Count Holliday
- 2020 · Bobbleheads: The Movie as Purrbles McCat (voice)
- 2020 · Yeh Ballet as Saul Aaron
- 2019 · A Nasty Piece of Work as Steven Essex
- 2018 · Walk Like a Panther as Tony ‘Sweet Cheeks’ Smith
- 2018 · Toy Gun as Officer Jonta
- 2017 · Borley Rectory as Narrator (voice)
- 2016 · The Chosen as Kotov
- 2015 · We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story as John Le Mesurier
- 2014 · Me as Sam Citkowitz
- 2013 · All Things To All Men as Cutter
- 2013 · Extraordinary Tales as Narrator (voice) (segment 'The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar')
- 2012 · Suspension of Disbelief as Hackett
- 2012 · Hirokin: The Last Samurai as Griffin
- 2008 · Cat City as Nick Compton
- 2006 · The Haunted Airman as Dr. Hal Burns
- 2004 · Ring of the Nibelungs as Hagen
- 1999 · The Loss of Sexual Innocence as Adult Nic
- 1995 · Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell as Self
- 1994 · The Browning Version as Tom Gilbert
- 1991 · Husbands and Lovers as Stefan
- 1991 · Grand Isle as Alcee Arobin
- 1990 · Night Sun as Sergio Giuramondo
- 1988 · Wherever You Are... as Julian
- 1987 · Basements as Mr. Sands (segment "The Room")
- 1986 · Harem as Charles
- 1985 · The Doctor and the Devils as Dr. Murray
- 1985 · Romance on the Orient Express as Sandy
- 1984 · The Sun Also Rises as Gerald
- 1983 · Privates on Parade as Climbing Sailor
- Future · Mother Tongue as
- 2023 · The Darkside of Society as Self
- 2021 · Benediction as Chief Medical Officer
- 2021 · The Survivalist as Heath
- 2020 · 11 Colours of the Bird as Self
- 2019 · The Garden of Evening Mists as 1980s Frederik Gemmell
- 2019 · The Painted Bird as Garbos
- 2019 · Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm as King Jason (voice)
- 2019 · WHAT / IF as Liam Strom
- 2018 · The Keeper as Tilson, Man City President
- 2017 · Crooked House as Philip Leonides
- 2017 · Man in an Orange Shirt as Caspar Nicholson
- 2017 · The Escape as Lambert
- 2016 · The Loner as Evgeny
- 2014 · Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks as Winslow Cunard
- 2014 · GHB: To Be or Not to Be as Le client
- 2014 · Gotham as Gerald Crane
- 2014 · Crossbones as William Jagger
- 2014 · Castle Chronicle as Anthony
- 2014 · Cesar Chavez as Victore Representative
- 2013 · The Blacklist as Sutton Ross
- 2013 · The Village as Lord Kilmartin
- 2013 · Banshee as Priest
- 2012 · The Nightshift Belongs to the Stars as Mark
- 2012 · Elementary as Jasper Wells
- 2011 · The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo as Young Henrik Vanger
- 2011 · Person of Interest as Alistair Wesley
- 2011 · Golf in the Kingdom as Peter McNaughton
- 2011 · The Maiden and the Princess as Bernard
- 2010 · The Good Life as Robert
- 2009 · Beyond Sherwood Forest as Malcolm
- 2009 · Bollywood Hero as Reg Hunt
- 2009 · Castle as Teddy Farrow
- 2009 · Blood and Bone as Franklin McVeigh
- 2009 · Above Suspicion as Damian Nolan
- 2008 · Heidi 4 Paws as Peter the Goatherder
- 2008 · Stargate: The Ark of Truth as Doci
- 2008 · Lipstick Jungle as Hector Matrick
- 2007 · Ocean's Thirteen as Greco Montgomery
- 2007 · Blood Ties as Javier Mendoza
- 2006 · Dexter as Miles Castner
- 2006 · The Trail as Gary
- 2005 · Her Name Is Carla as Bill
- 2005 · Ghost Whisperer as Ethan Clark
- 2005 · Kenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore as Laurence Olivier
- 2004 · Agatha Christie's Marple as Thomas Royde
- 2004 · Ring of the Nibelungs as Hagen
- 2004 · Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt as Manuel Romasanta
- 2004 · The L Word as Nick Barashkov
- 2003 · Easy Sex as Packard Schmidt
- 2003 · The Medallion as Snakehead
- 2002 · Napoleon as Klemens von Metternich
- 2002 · Ozzy & Drix as Penicillin G (voice)
- 2002 · The Scoundrel's Wife as Doctor Lenz
- 2002 · Rose Red as Nick Hardaway
- 2002 · Rose Red as Julian Sands
- 2001 · 24 as Vladimir Bierko
- 2001 · Smallville as Jor-El
- 2001 · Law & Order: Criminal Intent as Philip Reinhardt
- 2001 · Hotel as Tour Guide
- 2000 · Jackie Chan Adventures as Valmont (voice)
- 2000 · Jackie Chan Adventures as Mayor Valmont (voice)
- 2000 · Vatel as Louis XIV
- 2000 · Timecode as Quentin
- 2000 · Mercy as Dr. Dominik Broussard
- 2000 · The Million Dollar Hotel as Terence Scopey
- 1999 · Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Barclay Pallister
- 1998 · The Phantom of the Opera as The Phantom
- 1998 · Long Time Since as Michael James
- 1997 · One Night Stand as Nurse Chris
- 1997 · Never Ever as Roderick
- 1997 · End of Summer as Rev. Basil March
- 1997 · Stargate SG-1 as The Doci
- 1996 · The Tomorrow Man as Ken
- 1996 · The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest as Kreed (voice)
- 1995 · Leaving Las Vegas as Yuri
- 1995 · The Great Elephant Escape as Clive Potter
- 1994 · Mario and the Magician as Professor Fuhrmann
- 1994 · Witch Hunt as Finn Macha
- 1994 · Chicago Hope as
- 1993 · Warlock: The Armageddon as Warlock
- 1993 · Boxing Helena as Dr. Nick Cavanaugh
- 1993 · Tale of a Vampire as Alex
- 1992 · Crazy in Love as Mark Constable
- 1992 · The Turn of the Screw as Mr. Cooper
- 1991 · Naked Lunch as Yves Cloquet
- 1991 · Tennessee Nights as Wolfgang Leighton
- 1991 · The Wicked as Gustav
- 1991 · Impromptu as Franz Liszt
- 1990 · Arachnophobia as Dr. James Atherton
- 1989 · Warlock as Warlock
- 1989 · Manika, the Girl Who Lived Twice as Father Daniel Mahoney
- 1989 · Murder on the Moon as Maj. Stepan Gregorivitj Kirilenko
- 1988 · Vibes as Dr. Harrison Steele
- 1987 · Siesta as Kit
- 1986 · Gothic as Percy Shelley
- 1986 · Harem as Forest
- 1985 · A Room with a View as George Emerson
- 1985 · After Darkness as Laurence Hunningford
- 1984 · The Killing Fields as Jon Swain
- 1984 · The Box of Delights as Greek Soldier
- 1984 · Oxford Blues as Colin Gilchrist Fisher
- 1982 · Soft Targets as Groom
- 1970 · Play for Today as Groom