William Hutt
Biography
William Hutt was born in 1920 in Toronto and pursued a distinguished career rooted in Canada’s theatre scene. He became an integral member of the Stratford Shakespearean Festival from its inception in 1953, appearing in iconic Shakespearean roles such as Hamlet and Lear. Over 37 seasons at Stratford he retired in 2005, concluding with a reprisal of Prospero in The Tempest. Hutt also worked in film and television and was noted for stage performances in productions such as Tiny Alice on Broadway and Long Day’s Journey Into Night. He mentored many Canadian performers, including Colm Feore and Christopher Plummer. According to TMDB, Hutt was male, born May 2 1920, died June 27 2007 at age 87, and is credited with 23 acting roles.
Career overview
William Hutt was born on May 2, 1920, and built a distinguished acting career that was firmly rooted in Canada’s theatre community. He became an integral member of the Stratford Shakespearean Festival from its very beginning in 1953, appearing in a range of iconic Shakespearean roles that included Hamlet and Lear. Over the decades he also ventured into film and television, while continuing to perform on stage in productions such as Tiny Alice on Broadway and Long Day’s Journey Into Night. After completing thirty‑seven seasons with Stratford, Hutt retired in 2005, concluding his stage work with a reprisal of Prospero in The Tempest.
Beyond his own performances, Hutt was noted for his influence as a mentor to younger Canadian actors, helping to shape the careers of performers such as Colm Feore and Christopher Plummer. He remained active in the acting profession until his death on June 27, 2007, at the age of 87. Throughout his career he was credited in twenty‑three film and television productions, and he is remembered primarily for his contributions to acting.
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Full Filmography
24 titles- The Trojan Horse (2008) as Miles Fortnum
- Slings & Arrows (2003) as Charles
- The Statement (2003) as Le Moyne
- Twice in a Lifetime (1999) as Lionel
- Emily of New Moon (1998) as Reverend Pitch
- Long Day's Journey Into Night (1996) as James Tyrone
- Much Ado About Nothing (1988) as Leonato
- Covergirl (1984) as Alton Cockridge
- The Wars (1983) as Mr. Ross
- The Elephant Man (1982) as Bishop How
- W.O. Mitchell: Novelist in Hiding (1980) as (voice)
- The Shape of Things to Come (1979) as Lomax (voice)
- The First Night of 'Pygmalion' (1975) as George Bernard Shaw
- The National Dream (1974) as John A. Macdonald
- The Starlost (1973) as Dr. Pete Marshall
- Tennessee Williams' South (1973)
- Henry V (1967) as Chorus
- Macbeth (1964) as Ross
- Cyrano De Bergerac (1962) as Le Bret
- There Was a Crooked Man (1960)
- The Greatest Man in the World (1958) as General Galway
- Oedipus Rex (1957) as Chorus Leader
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Ross
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Le Bret
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is William Hutt best known for?
William Hutt is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Revolver (2005), Twice in a Lifetime (1999), Central Station (1998), The Starlost (1973).
When and where was William Hutt born?
William Hutt was born on May 2, 1920. They passed away on June 27, 2007.
How many credits does William Hutt have?
William Hutt has accumulated over 24 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2008.
What is William Hutt's background in cinema and television?
William Hutt was born in 1920 in Toronto and pursued a distinguished career rooted in Canada’s theatre scene. He became an integral member of the Stratford Shakespearean Festival from its inception in 1953, appearing in iconic Shakespearean roles such as Hamlet and Lear. Over 37 seasons at Stratford he retired in 2005,...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Ross — aged about 31
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Le Bret — aged about 31
- The Starlost (1973) as Dr. Pete Marshall — aged about 53
- Twice in a Lifetime (1999) as Lionel — aged about 79
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