Sean Hewitt

Sean Kenneth Hewitt, born on October 4, 1935, in Matheson, Ontario, Canada, was an actor, producer, and vibrant soul known for his infectious laugh. He discovered his passion for acting in night classes, leading him to London, UK, where he met his wife Claire. His career spanned film, TV, and the West End stage, notable for works like Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret alongside Judi Dench, and the cult horror film The Sender. He is known for his contributions to various productions, including "Battlefield Earth" (2000), "Crimson Peak" (2015), and his involvement in the Canadian educational television series "Read All About It!" (1979). In his 70s, he ventured into film production, creating Carry Me Home for Showtime and establishing EmChris Films. After the end of his marriage, Sean embarked on a new journey as a Gay man, championing LGBTQ rights in New York City. Hewitt passed away on June 6, 2019, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, leaving behind a legacy within the entertainment industry.

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Crimson Peak as Reverend
2015
Striking Poses as Major
1999
My Own Country as Chester Mews
1998
Swann as Morton Jimroy
1997
Thinner as "DR" Fander
1996
M. Butterfly as Ambassador's Aide
1993
The Shower as Uncle Maury
1992
Smokescreen as Mr. Gillis
1988
Wild Thing as Father Quinn
1987
Barnum as Coley Draper
1986
The Sender as The Messiah
1982
Big Zapper as Fingers
1973
Made as Andy
1972
Vampire Circus as First Soldier
1972
Sean Hewitt hasn't worked on any movies or TV shows