Biography
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.
Filmography
Cast Credits
Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble
Character: Self
MOVIE • 2020
Schitt's Creek
Character: Bob Currie
TV • 2015
The Jane Show
Character: Jane's Dad
TV • 2006
The Man
Character: Ted
MOVIE • 2005
New York Minute
Character: Tim Brooger
MOVIE • 2004
Relic Hunter
Character: Richard Ferguson
TV • 1999
Once a Thief
Character:
TV • 1996
Goosebumps
Character: Doctor / SWAT Team Leader
TV • 1995
Hostage for a Day
Character: Andre Petrovich
MOVIE • 1994
Sodbusters
Character: Cole
MOVIE • 1994
Partners 'n Love
Character: Lloyd Peters
MOVIE • 1993
Maniac Mansion
Character: Harry "The Fly" Orca
TV • 1990
The Best of SCTV
Character:
MOVIE • 1988
Adventures in Babysitting
Character: Drunk at Party
MOVIE • 1987
The Pink Chiquitas
Character: Ernie Bodine
MOVIE • 1987
Goofballs
Character: Aldo
MOVIE • 1987
Really Weird Tales
Character: Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")
MOVIE • 1986
The Incredible Time-Travels of Henry Osgood
Character:
MOVIE • 1986
SCTV Channel
Character:
TV • 1983
Second City Television
Character: Self - Various Characters
TV • 1976
Crew