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John Hemphill

John Hemphill

John Hemphill, born in 1953, is a multi-talented Canadian individual. He is not only an actor but also a writer, creator, and director. He has been associated with The Second City troupe's Toronto cast for a significant period of time. His writing contributions to SCTV brought him into contact with some of the biggest stars of Second City, including John Candy, Martin Short, Catherine O'Hara, Andrea Martin, and Eugene Levy. His most notable on-screen contribution was Happy Marsden, the host of a children's show that broadcasts from a bar. In addition to his impressive resume, he has made appearances in several television series such as RoboRoach, The Jane Show, Little Mosque on the Prairie, Maniac Mansion, and notably portrayed the character of Bob Currie in Schitt's Creek. Furthermore, he has also made his mark in television films like Hostage for a Day and Sodbusters.

Known for

Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble
Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble
2020 • Self
The Man
The Man
2005 • Ted
New York Minute
New York Minute
2004 • Tim Brooger
Sodbusters
Sodbusters
1994 • Cole
Hostage for a Day
Hostage for a Day
1994 • Andre Petrovich
Partners 'n Love
Partners 'n Love
1993 • Lloyd Peters
The Best of SCTV
The Best of SCTV
1988
Adventures in Babysitting
Adventures in Babysitting
1987 • Drunk at Party

Full filmography

The Man
The Man
2005 • Ted
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New York Minute
New York Minute
2004 • Tim Brooger
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Hostage for a Day
Hostage for a Day
1994 • Andre Petrovich
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Partners 'n Love
Partners 'n Love
1993 • Lloyd Peters
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The Pink Chiquitas
The Pink Chiquitas
1987 • Ernie Bodine
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Goofballs
Goofballs
1987 • Aldo
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Really Weird Tales
Really Weird Tales
1986 • Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")
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John Hemphill – Biography, Known For & Filmography