
John Hemphill
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.
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Credits
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Self★ 5.5
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Schitt's Creek 2015Bob Currie★ 7.7
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The Jane Show 2006Jane's Dad★ 4
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The Man 2005Ted★ 5.8
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New York Minute 2004Tim Brooger★ 6.2
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Relic Hunter 1999Richard Ferguson★ 6.7
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Once a Thief 1996★ 5.6
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Goosebumps 1995Doctor / SWAT Team Leader★ 7.9
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Hostage for a Day 1994Andre Petrovich★ 4.7
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Sodbusters 1994Cole★ 3
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Partners 'n Love 1993Lloyd Peters★ NR
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Maniac Mansion 1990Harry "The Fly" Orca★ 4.7
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The Best of SCTV 1988★ 6
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Drunk at Party★ 6.9
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The Pink Chiquitas 1987Ernie Bodine★ 4.2
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Goofballs 1987Aldo★ 1.5
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Really Weird Tales 1986Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")★ 6
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SCTV Channel 1983★ 7.4
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SCTV Network 90 1981★ 7.2