John Hemphill

Personal Info

Known For Actor

Gender Male

John Hemphill

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.

Known For

Actor

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

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

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")

Writer

1994
Sodbusters

as Writer

1981
SCTV Network 90

as Writer

Director

1990
Maniac Mansion

as Director

Creator

1990
Maniac Mansion

as Creator