
William Hutt
Acting
Biography
William Hutt, born in 1920 in Toronto, crafted a distinguished career rooted in Canada's theatre scene. Opting for a quieter path, he joined the Stratford Shakespearean Festival, becoming an integral part since its inception in 1953. Renowned for his iconic Shakespearean roles like Hamlet and Lear, he periodically explored film and television, showcasing his talent in performances like Tiny Alice on Broadway and Long Day’s Journey Into Night. After 37 seasons at Stratford, he retired in 2005 with a reprisal of Prospero in The Tempest, marking a celebrated legacy. Hutt, an influential mentor, s…
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Known For

Twice in a Lifetime
1999 · TV

The Starlost
1973 · TV

Slings & Arrows
2003 · TV

Emily of New Moon
1998 · TV

The Statement
2003 · Movie

Hallmark Hall of Fame
1951 · TV

Covergirl
1984 · Movie

The Trojan Horse
2008 · TV

The Shape of Things to Come
1979 · Movie

The National Dream
1974 · TV

There Was a Crooked Man
1960 · Movie

Much Ado About Nothing
1988 · Movie