John Hemphill
Known For: Acting
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
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
1995
- Goosebumps as Doctor / SWAT Team Leader
1994
- Hostage for a Day as Andre Petrovich
- Sodbusters as Cole
1993
- Partners 'n Love as Lloyd Peters
1990
- Maniac Mansion as Harry "The Fly" Orca
1988
1987
- Goofballs as Aldo
- Adventures in Babysitting as Drunk at Party
- The Pink Chiquitas as Ernie Bodine
1986
- Really Weird Tales as Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")
- The Incredible Time-Travels of Henry Osgood
1983
1976
- Second City Television as Self - Various Characters