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. Hemphill 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. Hemphill's 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, Hemphill 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
Credits
- 2020 · Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble as Self
- 2015 · Schitt's Creek as Bob Currie
- 2006 · The Jane Show as Jane's Dad
- 2005 · The Man as Ted
- 2004 · New York Minute as Tim Brooger
- 1999 · Relic Hunter as Richard Ferguson
- 1996 · Once a Thief as
- 1995 · Goosebumps as Doctor / SWAT Team Leader
- 1994 · Hostage for a Day as Andre Petrovich
- 1994 · Sodbusters as Cole
- 1993 · Partners 'n Love as Lloyd Peters
- 1990 · Maniac Mansion as Harry "The Fly" Orca
- 1988 · The Best of SCTV as
- 1987 · Adventures in Babysitting as Drunk at Party
- 1987 · The Pink Chiquitas as Ernie Bodine
- 1987 · Goofballs as Aldo
- 1986 · Really Weird Tales as Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")
- 1983 · SCTV Channel as
- 1981 · SCTV Network 90 as