John Hemphill
Known For
Acting
Born
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.
Most Known For
Schitt's Creek
as Bob Currie
Goosebumps
as Doctor / SWAT Team Leader
Relic Hunter
as Richard Ferguson
Second City Television
as Self - Various Characters
Once a Thief
Adventures in Babysitting
as Drunk at Party
The Jane Show
as Jane's Dad
New York Minute
as Tim Brooger
Maniac Mansion
as Harry "The Fly" Orca
SCTV Channel
The Man
as Ted
Really Weird Tales
as Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")
Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble
as Self
Sodbusters
as Cole
Hostage for a Day
as Andre Petrovich
The Incredible Time-Travels of Henry Osgood
The Best of SCTV
The Pink Chiquitas
as Ernie Bodine
Goofballs
as Aldo
Partners 'n Love
as Lloyd Peters