John Hemphill
Known for: Acting
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.
Filmography
Series
Schitt's Creek
Bob Currie
2015
Series
Goosebumps
Doctor / SWAT Team Leader
1995
Series
Relic Hunter
Richard Ferguson
1999
Series
Second City Television
Self - Various Characters
1976
Film
Adventures in Babysitting
Drunk at Party
1987
Series
Once a Thief
1996
Film
The Man
Ted
2005
Series
Maniac Mansion
Harry "The Fly" Orca
1990
Film
New York Minute
Tim Brooger
2004
Series
The Jane Show
Jane's Dad
2006
Series
SCTV Channel
1983
Film
Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble
Self
2020
Film
The Incredible Time-Travels of Henry Osgood
1986
Film
The Pink Chiquitas
Ernie Bodine
1987
Film
The Best of SCTV
1988
Film
Goosebumps: Don't Go to Sleep!
Doctor / SWAT Team Leader
1997
Film
Sodbusters
Cole
1994
Film
Really Weird Tales
Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")
1986
Film
Hostage for a Day
Andre Petrovich
1994
Film
Partners 'n Love
Lloyd Peters
1993
Film
Goofballs
Aldo
1987