Julian Sands
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- January 4, 1958
- Died
- January 13, 2023
- Birthplace
- Otley, Yorkshire, England, UK
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.
Filmography
- Mother Tongue
Mother Tongue TBA
Actor
The Last Breath 2024
as Levi
Body Odyssey 2023
as Kurt
The Piper 2023
as Gustafson
The Darkside of Society 2023
as Self
Double Soul 2023
as Orlandi
Seneca 2023
as Rufus
The Ghosts of Monday 2022
as Bruce
Benediction 2021
as Chief Medical Officer
The Survivalist 2021
as Heath
The Ghosts of Borley Rectory 2021
as Lionel Foyster
Death Rider in the House of Vampires 2021
as Count Holliday
Bobbleheads: The Movie 2020
as Purrbles McCat (voice)
11 Colours of the Bird 2020
as Self
Yeh Ballet 2020
as Saul Aaron
A Nasty Piece of Work 2019
as Steven Essex
The Garden of Evening Mists 2019
as 1980s Frederik Gemmell
The Painted Bird 2019
as Garbos
Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm 2019
as King Jason (voice)
The Keeper 2018
as Tilson, Man City President
Walk Like a Panther 2018
as Tony ‘Sweet Cheeks’ Smith
Toy Gun 2018
as Officer Jonta
Crooked House 2017
as Philip Leonides
Borley Rectory 2017
as Narrator (voice)
The Escape 2017
as Lambert
The Chosen 2016
as Kotov
The Loner 2016
as Evgeny
We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story 2015
as John Le Mesurier
Extraordinary Tales 2015
as Narrator (voice) (segment 'The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar')
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks 2014
as Winslow Cunard
Me 2014
as Sam Citkowitz
GHB: To Be or Not to Be 2014
as Le client
The Last Impresario 2014
as Self
Unknown Heart 2014
as Richard Mellor
Cesar Chavez 2014
as Victore Representative
All Things To All Men 2013
as Cutter
The Nightshift Belongs to the Stars 2012
as Mark
Suspension of Disbelief 2012
as Hackett
Hirokin: The Last Samurai 2012
as Griffin
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo 2011
as Young Henrik Vanger
Golf in the Kingdom 2011
as Peter McNaughton
The Maiden and the Princess 2011
as Bernard
The Good Life 2010
as Robert
Greenberg 2010
Thanks
Beyond Sherwood Forest 2009
as Malcolm
Blood and Bone 2009
as Franklin McVeigh
Heidi 4 Paws 2008
as Peter the Goatherder
Cat City 2008
as Nick Compton
Stargate: The Ark of Truth 2008
as Doci
Ocean's Thirteen 2007
as Greco Montgomery
The Haunted Airman 2006
as Dr. Hal Burns
The Trail 2006
as Gary
Her Name Is Carla 2005
as Bill
Kenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore 2005
as Laurence Olivier
Ring of the Nibelungs 2004
as Hagen
Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt 2004
as Manuel Romasanta
Easy Sex 2003
as Packard Schmidt
The Medallion 2003
as Snakehead
The Scoundrel's Wife 2002
as Doctor Lenz
Hotel 2001
as Tour Guide
Vatel 2000
as Louis XIV
Timecode 2000
as Quentin
Love Me 2000
as The sailor
Mercy 2000
as Dr. Dominik Broussard
The Million Dollar Hotel 2000
as Terence Scopey
The Loss of Sexual Innocence 1999
as Adult Nic
The Phantom of the Opera 1998
as The Phantom
Long Time Since 1998
as Michael James
One Night Stand 1997
as Nurse Chris
Never Ever 1997
as Roderick
End of Summer 1997
as Rev. Basil March
The Tomorrow Man 1996
as Ken
Leaving Las Vegas 1995
as Yuri
The Great Elephant Escape 1995
as Clive Potter
- Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell
Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell 1995
as Self
- America
America 1995
as Padre Tiziano
Mario and the Magician 1994
as Professor Fuhrmann
Witch Hunt 1994
as Finn Macha
The Browning Version 1994
as Tom Gilbert
Warlock: The Armageddon 1993
as Warlock
Boxing Helena 1993
as Dr. Nick Cavanaugh
Tale of a Vampire 1993
as Alex
Crazy in Love 1992
as Mark Constable
The Turn of the Screw 1992
as Mr. Cooper
Naked Lunch 1991
as Yves Cloquet
The Wicked 1991
as Gustav
Husbands and Lovers 1991
as Stefan
Grand Isle 1991
as Alcee Arobin
The Linguini Incident 1991
Thanks
Impromptu 1991
as Franz Liszt
Arachnophobia 1990
as Dr. James Atherton
Night Sun 1990
as Sergio Giuramondo
Blood Royal: William the Conqueror 1990
as Edgar Atheling
Tennessee Nights 1989
as Wolfgang Leighton
Warlock 1989
as Warlock
Manika, the Girl Who Lived Twice 1989
as Father Daniel Mahoney
Murder on the Moon 1989
as Maj. Stepan Gregorivitj Kirilenko
Wherever You Are... 1988
as Julian
Vibes 1988
as Dr. Harrison Steele
Siesta 1987
as Kit
Basements 1987
as Mr. Sands (segment "The Room")
Gothic 1987
as Percy Shelley
A Room with a View 1986
as George Emerson
Harem 1986
as Charles
The Doctor and the Devils 1985
as Dr. Murray
Romance on the Orient Express 1985
as Sandy
After Darkness 1985
as Laurence Hunningford
The Killing Fields 1984
as Jon Swain
Oxford Blues 1984
as Colin Gilchrist Fisher
Privates on Parade 1983
as Climbing Sailor
Soft Targets 1982
as Groom
Credits from TMDB.