Matt Johnson
Matt Johnson is a Canadian actor and filmmaker known for his work in independent films. He gained recognition for his role in the 2023 film 'BlackBerry,' which explores the rise and fall of the iconic smartphone. Johnson is known for his engaging performances and a... Read More
Known for
BlackBerry (2023)
Two mismatched entrepreneurs – egghead innovator Mike Lazaridis and cut-throat businessman Jim Balsillie – joined forces in an endeavour that was to become a...
The Dirties (2013)
The line between reality and fiction starts to blur when two best friends start making a movie about getting revenge on bullies.
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
Uncle Stav: Mission Impossible TeaserYour mission if you choose to accept it: Watch Uncle Stav on Netflix Sept 8th. In the meantime you can... |
Guy in Basement | |
| 2026 |
Nirvanna the Band the Show the MovieWhen their plan to book a show at the Rivoli goes horribly wrong, Matt and Jay accidentally travel back to... |
Matt | |
| 2024 |
Matt and MaraMara is a young creative writing professor struggling with problems in her marriage to an experimental musician. One day, she... |
Matt | |
| 2024 |
The HeirloomFacing a long winter of lockdown and a stubborn bout of writer’s block, filmmaker Eric reluctantly agrees to get a... |
Belligerent Vet (Voice) | |
| 2023 |
BlackBerry: The Limited SeriesA limited series, including new and extended scenes, that chronicles the rise and fall of BlackBerry - the world's first... |
Unknown character | |
| 2023 |
BlackBerryTwo mismatched entrepreneurs – egghead innovator Mike Lazaridis and cut-throat businessman Jim Balsillie – joined forces in an endeavour that... |
Doug | |
| 2021 |
Anne at 13,000 Ft.Anne hasn't been the same since the jump. While skydiving for her best friend Sarah's bachelorette party, the 27-year-old felt... |
Matt | |
| 2020 |
ChatterboxingIt's the ultimate shouting match!! Zootaker vs. Derrick, champion vs. newbie, animal facts vs. jokes...... but WHO WILL WIN? |
Brody (voice) | |
| 2019 |
Spice It UpA film student at Ryerson University struggles to complete her thesis project. |
Passport Photographer | |
| 2017 |
Nirvanna the Band the ShowTwo lifelong best friends and roommates are planning the greatest musical act in the history of the modern world. |
Matt | |
| 2016 |
Operation AvalancheIn 1967, four undercover CIA agents were sent to NASA posing as a documentary film crew. What they discovered led... |
Matt Johnson | |
| 2016 |
Operation AvalancheAchieving viral success after being snuck into the Sundance Film Festival, this short film features the powerful story of a... |
Boy | |
| 2015 |
How Heavy This HammerErwin, a family man who spends most of his time playing PC games, makes a drastic shift in his life... |
Hardware Store Employee | |
| 2015 |
Diamond TonguesEdith dreams of being a successful actress but just can't seem to make things happen. When she can't figure out... |
John Matheson | |
| 2014 | Older Steve Hamelin | ||
| 2013 |
The DirtiesThe line between reality and fiction starts to blur when two best friends start making a movie about getting revenge... |
Matt | |
| 2013 |
The Fantastic CorpseThe Fantastic Corpse is a short film project based on the exquisite corpse collaborative method. Dell Precision and AMD are... |
Unknown character | |
| 2013 |
Matt Johnson: Live At Comic-ConIn a short, surreal and satirical sketch produced for Funny or Die, Matt Johnson plays a reporter inexperienced with pop... |
Matt Johnson | |
| 2011 |
The Revenge PlotWinner of the Toronto International Film Festival's 2011 RBC Emerging Filmmakers Competition Fan Favourite Award. After Matt and his friends... |
Oversized Kid | |
| 2010 |
Nirvana the Band the Show the AdventuresMusicians Matt and Jay step away from their quest for the Rivoli to conquer various Toronto landmarks and seasonal traditions... |
Matt | |
| 2009 |
ShubadakTwo American soldiers hunting for buried treasure in Iraq meet a stranger in the dunes. |
Blanks | |
| 2009 |
Nirvana the Band the Show: Live @ the RivoliMatt Johnson and Jay McCarrol play live at the Rivoli to wrap up their web series in 2009. |
Matt | |
| 2007 |
Nirvana the Band the ShowMusicians Matt and Jay attempt to achieve their dream of playing at a small Toronto venue, the Rivoli, through a... |
Matt |
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Matt Johnson is known for his work on films like 'The Dirties' and 'BlackBerry.' His unique storytelling and direction have earned him critical acclaim in the independent film circuit.
Yes, Matt Johnson received several awards for 'The Dirties,' including the Best Narrative Feature at the Slamdance Film Festival, showcasing his talent as both an actor and a filmmaker.
Matt Johnson's first notable film was 'The Dirties,' released in 2013, which he co-wrote and directed, marking the beginning of his career in the film industry.
Some of Matt Johnson's most successful films include 'The Dirties' and 'BlackBerry,' both of which received positive reviews and showcased his talent in front of and behind the camera.
Matt Johnson keeps his personal life private, and not much is publicly known about his relationships or family. He focuses primarily on his career and filmmaking.
Matt Johnson's estimated net worth is around $1 million, reflecting his work as an actor and filmmaker in the independent film industry.
Key milestones in Matt Johnson's filmography include his directorial debut with 'The Dirties' and his recent performance in 'BlackBerry,' which has brought him wider recognition.
Yes, Matt Johnson appeared in the Canadian television series 'Nirvanna the Band the Show,' which gained a cult following and showcased his comedic talent.