6.7
Movie
Acting
Sean Hewitt
- Born
- Died
- (aged 83)
- Credits
- 20 titles
Biography
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.
Signature work
Known For
6.7
Movie
5.9
Movie
Thinner
6.6
Movie
M. Butterfly
5.9
Movie
Vampire Circus
5.6
Movie
The Sender
7.2
TV
The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents
6.9
TV
The Ray Bradbury Theater
5.7
Movie
Wild Thing
5.9
Movie
Striking Poses
5.2
Movie
Apology
5.2
TV
BBC Play of the Month
7.0
Movie
Barnum
6.3
TV
The Adventurer
5.5
Movie
Palais Royale
4.5
Movie
My Own Country
4.4
Movie
The Shower
4.0
Movie
Big Zapper
7.5
TV
Read All About It!
Acting credits 20
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Crimson Peak Film | Reverend |
| 1999 | Striking Poses Film | Major |
| 1998 | My Own Country Film | Chester Mews |
| 1997 | Swann Film | Morton Jimroy |
| 1996 | Thinner Film | DR Fander |
| 1993 | M. Butterfly Film | Ambassador's Aide |
| 1992 | The Shower Film | Uncle Maury |
| 1988 | Palais Royale Film | Mr. Gillis |
| 1987 | Wild Thing Film | Father Quinn |
| 1986 | Barnum Film | Coley Draper |
| 1986 | Apology Film | Custodian |
| 1985 | The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents TV | Ralph Elenson, Danny Mosely (1 ep) |
| 1985 | The Ray Bradbury Theater TV | Dr. Burleigh (1 ep) |
| 1982 | The Sender Film | The Messiah |
| 1979 | Read All About It! TV | Duneedon / Mayor Don Eden (40 ep) |
| 1973 | Big Zapper Film | Fingers |
| 1972 | Made Film | Andy |
| 1972 | The Adventurer TV | Marco (1 ep) |
| 1972 | Vampire Circus Film | First Soldier |
| 1965 | BBC Play of the Month TV | Vernon (1 ep) |