Top Comic Movie Stars From Canada

Canada is the 2nd largest country in the world and the largest in North America based on land mass. It is also known for its mixed culture, the scenic landscapes of British Columbia, and the bustling streets of Toronto.

In addition to its physical features, Canada is also known for its comedians, who have left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Their versatility and blend of humour have earned them a special place in the hearts of global audiences. This article will celebrate Canada’s top comic movie stars, who everyone should know.

Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd was born in Ottawa, Canada, in 1952. His TV career started in the 1970s when he joined the Second City Comedy Troupe in Toronto. It was during his stint here that he honed his comedic skills and was discovered by Lorne Michaels, who recruited him to Saturday Night Live (SNL) in 1975.

During his career at SNL, he created several popular characters, like Beldar Conehead and Elwood Blues. He also won an Emmy Award for writing. His TV skills saw him featured in the classic Ghostbusters . Dan Aykroyd is a talented singer who founded the House of Blues.

Mike Myers

Myers was born in Scarborough, Ontario, in 1963 to British parents. His parents had served in the Royal Air Force and British Army. Myer’s television career started in 1988, but his breakthrough was in Saturday Night Live (1975), where he spent six seasons.

Some of his most memorable characters are Dieter and Wayne Cambell. He has been featured in many movies, such as Wayne’s World 2 (1993), The Cat in the Hat (2003), Austin Powers , So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993), and Wayne’s World (1992). Myers is known for mimicking a Scottish accent and has appeared in several movies in his underpants.

Ryan Reynolds

Reynolds was born in 1973 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He is the last born in a family of six and has Irish and Scottish ancestry. Reynolds worked in Fifteen (1990), a Nickelodeon series between 1991-1993. In his early career, he worked on minor roles in Serving in Silence: The Margarethe Cammermeyer Story (1995) and In Cold Blood (1996).

Reynolds was out of the TV screens for two years until he was featured on Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place (1998), where he played Berg. His other major movie was The Amityville Horror (2005) before becoming Deadpool in the MCU.

Will Arnett

Will Arnett is a comedian, actor, and voice actor. Arnett was born in 1970 and is both an American and Canadian citizen. His most famous role was in Arrested Development (2003), where he played George Oscar “Gob” Bluth II.

Most of us know Will Arnett as Batman. This franchise of DC spans many different industries — from Batman-themed slots at Casino Days Ontario , to merchandise and LEGO movies. Arnett has featured in movies such as The Lego Batman Movie (2017) and The Lego Movie (2014), providing his voice to the Batman character. His dimwitted and arrogant character sits well with modern movie and comedy lovers.

Rick Moranis

Rick Moranis was born in 1953 in Toronto, Canada. He is a screenwriter, comedian, and actor. He began his professional career as a radio disc jockey before entering film and television. His feature on the Second City Television (SCTV) started the highlight of his TV career. His writing prowess earned him two Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program nominations.

Moranis has appeared in major movies such as The Flintstones, Honey I Shrunk the Kids, and Ghostbusters . His comedic side was exposed when he played Wayne Szalinski in Honey I Shrunk the Kids.

Colin Mochrie

Colin Mochrie was born in 1957. The Scottish-born Canadian improvisational comedian, actor, and producer is mainly known for his appearances in the British and US versions of the TV series Whose Line Is It Anyway? He honed his comedic skills in Second City. For his writing prowess, he has won various awards, such as the Writers Guild of Canada and the Gemini Award.

Above are some of the comic movie stars who call Canada home. Some, like Myers, were born to English immigrants, while others, like Arnett, have dual citizenship.