Douglas Wood

Biography

Douglas Wood was a prolific American actor who began his career on Broadway in the early 20th century, appearing in numerous plays and eventually transitioning to film. He made his screen debut in 1933 with a supporting role in "Bottom's Up" and went on to appear in over 125 films, including notable roles in "Great Expectations", "Sergeant York", and "The Adventures of Mark Twain". Wood continued to work in film until the late 1950s, with his final performance appearing in "That Certain Feeling" in 1956. He returned to Broadway for a supporting role in "Jane Eyre" in 1958 before passing away in 1966.