Julian Sands
Biography
Julian Richard Morley Sands (4 January 1958 — c. 13 January 2023) was an English actor known for his work in film, television, and theatre, 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
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
1999
The Blacklist
2013
Smallville
2001
Castle
2009
Dexter
2006
24
2001
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Stargate SG-1
1997
Person of Interest
2011
Elementary
2012
Ghost Whisperer
2005
Chicago Hope
1994
Filmography
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
as Barclay Pallister · 1999
The Blacklist
as Sutton Ross · 2013
Smallville
as Jor-El · 2001
Castle
as Teddy Farrow · 2009
Dexter
as Miles Castner · 2006
24
as Vladimir Bierko · 2001
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
as Philip Reinhardt · 2001
Stargate SG-1
as The Doci · 1997
Person of Interest
as Alistair Wesley · 2011
Elementary
as Jasper Wells · 2012
Ghost Whisperer
as Ethan Clark · 2005
Chicago Hope
as Bradford Whittle · 1994
Gotham
as Gerald Crane · 2014
Play for Today
as Groom · 1970
Banshee
as Priest · 2013
Jackie Chan Adventures
as Valmont (voice) · 2000
Jackie Chan Adventures
as Mayor Valmont (voice) · 2000
Agatha Christie's Marple
as Thomas Royde · 2004
Film '72
as Self · 1971
The L Word
as Nick Barashkov · 2004
The Real Adventures of Jonny Quest
as Kreed (voice) · 1996
Ocean's Thirteen
as Greco Montgomery · 2007
NTSF:SD:SUV::
as Doctor · 2011
Lipstick Jungle
as Hector Matrick · 2008
Blood Ties
as Javier Mendoza · 2007
Rose Red
as Nick Hardaway · 2002
Ozzy & Drix
as Penicillin G (voice) · 2002
Above Suspicion
as Damian Nolan · 2009
Leaving Las Vegas
as Yuri · 1995
A Room with a View
as George Emerson · 1986
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
as Young Henrik Vanger · 2011
Crooked House
as Philip Leonides · 2017
The Village
as Lord Kilmartin · 2013
Blood and Bone
as Franklin McVeigh · 2009
The Painted Bird
as Garbos · 2019
WHAT / IF
as Liam Strom · 2019
Will
as Barrett Emerson · 2017
The Medallion
as Snakehead · 2003
Napoleon
as Klemens von Metternich · 2002
Naked Lunch
as Yves Cloquet · 1991
The Killing Fields
as Jon Swain · 1984
Ring of the Nibelungs
as Hagen · 2004
Crossbones
as William Jagger · 2014
Warlock
as Warlock · 1989
Stargate: The Ark of Truth
as Doci · 2008
Strangers
as George · 1996
Man in an Orange Shirt
as Caspar Nicholson · 2017
The Million Dollar Hotel
as Terence Scopey · 2000
Ring of the Nibelungs
as Hagen · 2004
The Box of Delights
as Greek Soldier · 1984
One Night Stand
as Nurse Chris · 1997
The Last Breath
as Levi · 2024
Boxing Helena
as Dr. Nick Cavanaugh · 1993
Arachnophobia
as Dr. James Atherton · 1990
The Piper
as Gustafson · 2023
The Survivalist
as Heath · 2021
Husbands and Lovers
as Stefan · 1991
A Married Man
as Guy Lough · 1983
Vibes
as Dr. Harrison Steele · 1988
Warlock: The Armageddon
as Warlock · 1993
Harem
as Forest · 1986
Cesar Chavez
as Victore Representative · 2014
The Sun Also Rises
as Gerald · 1984
Benediction
as Chief Medical Officer · 2021
Vatel
as Louis XIV · 2000
The Keeper
as Tilson, Man City President · 2018
Bollywood Hero
as Reg Hunt · 2009
The Phantom of the Opera
as The Phantom · 1998
Double Soul
as Orlandi · 2023
Mercy
as Dr. Dominik Broussard · 2000
All Things To All Men
as Cutter · 2013
Seneca
as Rufus · 2023
The Doctor and the Devils
as Dr. Murray · 1985
Gothic
as Percy Shelley · 1987
Bobbleheads: The Movie
as Purrbles McCat (voice) · 2020
The Browning Version
as Tom Gilbert · 1994
The Scoundrel's Wife
as Doctor Lenz · 2002
Hirokin: The Last Samurai
as Griffin · 2012
A Nasty Piece of Work
as Steven Essex · 2019
Witch Hunt
as Finn Macha · 1994
The Ghosts of Borley Rectory
as Lionel Foyster · 2021
The Loss of Sexual Innocence
as Adult Nic · 1999
Oxford Blues
as Colin Gilchrist Fisher · 1984
Beyond Sherwood Forest
as Malcolm · 2009
Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt
as Manuel Romasanta · 2004
Impromptu
as Franz Liszt · 1991
Death Rider in the House of Vampires
as Count Holliday · 2021
Romance on the Orient Express
as Sandy · 1985
The Ghosts of Monday
as Bruce · 2022
Manika, the Girl Who Lived Twice
as Father Daniel Mahoney · 1989
Night Sun
as Sergio Giuramondo · 1990
Siesta
as Kit · 1987
Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm
as King Jason (voice) · 2019
Harem
as Charles · 1986
Extraordinary Tales
as Narrator (voice) (segment 'The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar') · 2015
Toy Gun
as Officer Jonta · 2018
The Chosen
as Kotov · 2016
Wherever You Are...
as Julian · 1988
Timecode
as Quentin · 2000
The Turn of the Screw
as Mr. Cooper · 1992
Easy Sex
as Packard Schmidt · 2003
Love Me
as The sailor · 2000
Tale of a Vampire
as Alex · 1993
11 Colours of the Bird
as Self · 2020
The Haunted Airman
as Dr. Hal Burns · 2006
Suspension of Disbelief
as Hackett · 2012
Tennessee Nights
as Wolfgang Leighton · 1989
The Great Elephant Escape
as Clive Potter · 1995
The Garden of Evening Mists
as 1980s Frederik Gemmell · 2019
Walk Like a Panther
as Tony ‘Sweet Cheeks’ Smith · 2018
The Tomorrow Man
as Ken · 1996
Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell
as Self · 1995
Her Name Is Carla
as Bill · 2005
Yeh Ballet
as Saul Aaron · 2020
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
as Winslow Cunard · 2014
Basements
as Mr. Sands (segment "The Room") · 1987
Murder on the Moon
as Maj. Stepan Gregorivitj Kirilenko · 1989
Mario and the Magician
as Professor Fuhrmann · 1994
Golf in the Kingdom
as Peter McNaughton · 2011
Hotel
as Tour Guide · 2001
The Maiden and the Princess
as Bernard · 2011
Borley Rectory
as Narrator (voice) · 2017
The Wicked
as Gustav · 1991
Soft Targets
as Groom · 1982
The Escape
as Lambert · 2017
End of Summer
as Rev. Basil March · 1997
Crazy in Love
as Mark Constable · 1992
Heidi 4 Paws
as Peter the Goatherder · 2008
The Nightshift Belongs to the Stars
as Mark · 2012
Grand Isle
as Alcee Arobin · 1991
The Last Impresario
as Self · 2014
Long Time Since
as Michael James · 1998
Me
as Sam Citkowitz · 2014
The Trail
as Gary · 2006
We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story
as John Le Mesurier · 2015
Kenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore
as Laurence Olivier · 2005
Unknown Heart
as Richard Mellor · 2014
Privates on Parade
as Climbing Sailor · 1983
Cat City
as Nick Compton · 2008
Mother Tongue
Blood Royal: William the Conqueror
as Edgar Atheling · 1990
The Loner
as Evgeny · 2016
The Good Life
as Robert · 2010
Never Ever
as Roderick · 1997
GHB: To Be or Not to Be
as Le client · 2014
Body Odyssey
as Kurt · 2023
The Darkside of Society
as Self · 2023
After Darkness
as Laurence Hunningford · 1985
America
as Padre Tiziano · 1995