Julian Sands
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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
Credits
Ocean's Thirteen (2007)
as Greco Montgomery
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
as Young Henrik Vanger
Blood and Bone (2009)
as Franklin McVeigh
Seneca (2023)
as Rufus
Leaving Las Vegas (1995)
as Yuri
The Medallion (2003)
as Snakehead
A Room with a View (1986)
as George Emerson
The Last Breath (2024)
as Levi
Stargate: The Ark of Truth (2008)
as Doci
Naked Lunch (1991)
as Yves Cloquet
Crooked House (2017)
as Philip Leonides
Boxing Helena (1993)
as Dr. Nick Cavanaugh
The Killing Fields (1984)
as Jon Swain
Warlock (1989)
as Warlock
The Painted Bird (2019)
as Garbos
The Keeper (2018)
as Tilson, Man City President
Ring of the Nibelungs (2004)
as Hagen
Arachnophobia (1990)
as Dr. James Atherton
The Survivalist (2021)
as Heath
Impromptu (1991)
as Franz Liszt
The Million Dollar Hotel (2000)
as Terence Scopey
Cesar Chavez (2014)
as Victore Representative
Bobbleheads: The Movie (2020)
as Purrbles McCat (voice)
Vatel (2000)
as Louis XIV
Oxford Blues (1984)
as Colin Gilchrist Fisher
Witch Hunt (1994)
as Finn Macha
Easy Sex (2003)
as Packard Schmidt
One Night Stand (1997)
as Nurse Chris
Benediction (2021)
as Chief Medical Officer
Vibes (1988)
as Dr. Harrison Steele
Love Me (2000)
as The sailor
Timecode (2000)
as Quentin
Warlock: The Armageddon (1993)
as Warlock
The Chosen (2016)
as Kotov
Hirokin: The Last Samurai (2012)
as Griffin
Mercy (2000)
as Dr. Dominik Broussard
Gothic (1987)
as Percy Shelley
Husbands and Lovers (1991)
as Stefan
Beyond Sherwood Forest (2009)
as Malcolm
The Doctor and the Devils (1985)
as Dr. Murray
The Garden of Evening Mists (2019)
as 1980s Frederik Gemmell
Harem (1986)
as Charles
The Piper (2023)
as Gustafson
Toy Gun (2018)
as Officer Jonta
The Loss of Sexual Innocence (1999)
as Adult Nic
The Phantom of the Opera (1998)
as The Phantom
Heidi 4 Paws (2008)
as Peter the Goatherder
Extraordinary Tales (2015)
as Narrator (voice) (segment 'The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar')
The Loner (2016)
as Evgeny
Grand Isle (1991)
as Alcee Arobin
Hotel (2001)
as Tour Guide
All Things To All Men (2013)
as Cutter
Crazy in Love (1992)
as Mark Constable
The Last Impresario (2014)
as Self
Me (2014)
as Sam Citkowitz
Yeh Ballet (2020)
as Saul Aaron
Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt (2004)
as Manuel Romasanta
The Haunted Airman (2006)
as Dr. Hal Burns
The Escape (2017)
as Lambert
The Browning Version (1994)
as Tom Gilbert
Walk Like a Panther (2018)
as Tony ‘Sweet Cheeks’ Smith
Double Soul (2023)
as Orlandi
The Tomorrow Man (1996)
as Ken
Cat City (2008)
as Nick Compton
Death Rider in the House of Vampires (2021)
as Count Holliday
The Wicked (1991)
as Gustav
Siesta (1987)
as Kit
Never Ever (1997)
as Roderick
Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm (2019)
as King Jason (voice)
Borley Rectory (2017)
as Narrator (voice)
The Trail (2006)
as Gary
Soft Targets (1982)
as Groom
Golf in the Kingdom (2011)
as Peter McNaughton
11 Colours of the Bird (2020)
as Self
Basements (1987)
as Mr. Sands (segment "The Room")
Unknown Heart (2014)
as Richard Mellor
Suspension of Disbelief (2012)
as Hackett
GHB: To Be or Not to Be (2014)
as Le client
Mother Tongue (—)
Actor
Romance on the Orient Express (1985)
as Sandy
Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell (1995)
as Self
End of Summer (1997)
as Rev. Basil March
Privates on Parade (1983)
as Climbing Sailor
A Nasty Piece of Work (2019)
as Steven Essex
Night Sun (1990)
as Sergio Giuramondo
Murder on the Moon (1989)
as Maj. Stepan Gregorivitj Kirilenko
Tale of a Vampire (1993)
as Alex
The Scoundrel's Wife (2002)
as Doctor Lenz
Wherever You Are... (1988)
as Julian
The Great Elephant Escape (1995)
as Clive Potter
Long Time Since (1998)
as Michael James
The Ghosts of Monday (2022)
as Bruce
After Darkness (1985)
as Laurence Hunningford
The Ghosts of Borley Rectory (2021)
as Lionel Foyster
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks (2014)
as Winslow Cunard
Manika, the Girl Who Lived Twice (1989)
as Father Daniel Mahoney
We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story (2015)
as John Le Mesurier
Tennessee Nights (1989)
as Wolfgang Leighton
The Maiden and the Princess (2011)
as Bernard
Body Odyssey (2023)
as Kurt
Her Name Is Carla (2005)
as Bill
Blood Royal: William the Conqueror (—)
as Edgar Atheling
Mario and the Magician (1994)
as Professor Fuhrmann
The Turn of the Screw (1992)
as Mr. Cooper
The Good Life (2010)
as Robert
The Nightshift Belongs to the Stars (2012)
as Mark
Kenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore (2005)
as Laurence Olivier
The Darkside of Society (2023)
as Self
America (1995)
as Padre Tiziano