Julian Sands
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.
146 acting credits
Acting · 146
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
1999
The Blacklist
2013
Smallville
2001
Dexter
2006
Castle
2009
24
2001
Stargate SG-1
1997
Person of Interest
2011
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Elementary
2012
Gotham
2014
Ghost Whisperer
2005
Banshee
2013
Play for Today
1970
Jackie Chan Adventures
2000
Chicago Hope
1994
Agatha Christie's Marple
2004
The L Word
2004
The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest
1996
Blood Ties
2007
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
2011
Lipstick Jungle
2008
Ozzy & Drix
2002
Rose Red
2002
Above Suspicion
2009
Ocean's Thirteen
2007
Blood and Bone
2009
WHAT / IF
2019
The Village
2013
Leaving Las Vegas
1995
Napoleon
2002
Harem
1986
The Medallion
2003
Will
2017
Man in an Orange Shirt
2017
A Room with a View
1986
Crossbones
2014
Crooked House
2017
Stargate: The Ark of Truth
2008
The Killing Fields
1984
Ring of the Nibelungs
2004
The Last Breath
2024
Naked Lunch
1991
The Painted Bird
2019
Ring of the Nibelungs
2004
Arachnophobia
1990
Warlock
1989
The Box of Delights
1984
The Keeper
2018
Strangers
1996
The Million Dollar Hotel
2000
Boxing Helena
1993
Hotel
2001
The Survivalist
2021
The Garden of Evening Mists
2019
Bollywood Hero
2009
Benediction
2021
One Night Stand
1997
The Browning Version
1994
Warlock: The Armageddon
1993
The Sun Also Rises
1984
Gothic
1987
Mercy
2000
A Married Man
1983
Beyond Sherwood Forest
2009
Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt
2004
The Doctor and the Devils
1985
Seneca
2023
Timecode
2000
The Phantom of the Opera
1998
Harem
1986
Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm
2019
Oxford Blues
1984
Extraordinary Tales
2015
Impromptu
1991
Witch Hunt
1994
Vibes
1988
Basements
1987
Hirokin: The Last Samurai
2012
Vatel
2000
Bobbleheads: The Movie
2020
Yeh Ballet
2020
Cesar Chavez
2014
The Piper
2023
Crazy in Love
1992
The Loss of Sexual Innocence
1999
Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell
1995
Soft Targets
1982
The Haunted Airman
2006
We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story
2015
The Ghosts of Monday
2022
Easy Sex
2003
Siesta
1987
Cat City
2008
All Things To All Men
2013
Privates on Parade
1983
Romance on the Orient Express
1985
The Chosen
2016
Night Sun
1990
A Nasty Piece of Work
2019
Husbands and Lovers
1991
Tale of a Vampire
1993
Toy Gun
2018
Love Me
2000
Grand Isle
1991
11 Colours of the Bird
2020
Suspension of Disbelief
2012
The Wicked
1991
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
2014
The Turn of the Screw
1992
Golf in the Kingdom
2011
The Great Elephant Escape
1995
Me
2014
Wherever You Are...
1988
The Scoundrel's Wife
2002
Unknown Heart
2014
Death Rider in the House of Vampires
2021
Never Ever
1997
The Loner
2016
Mother Tongue
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Manika, the Girl Who Lived Twice
1989
GHB: To Be or Not to Be
2014
Walk Like a Panther
2018
The Last Impresario
2014
Mario and the Magician
1994
The Nightshift Belongs to the Stars
2012
Murder on the Moon
1989
The Escape
2017
The Trail
2006
The Ghosts of Borley Rectory
2021
Body Odyssey
2023
After Darkness
1985
End of Summer
1997
The Tomorrow Man
1996
Tennessee Nights
1989
Borley Rectory
2017
Long Time Since
1998
Double Soul
2023
Kenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore
2005
Heidi 4 Paws
2008
America
1995
Her Name Is Carla
2005
The Maiden and the Princess
2011
The Darkside of Society
2023
The Good Life
2010
Blood Royal: William the Conqueror
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