Boyd Banks
Biography
Boyd Banks is a Canadian actor born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. He began his entertainment career at 17, winning a contest for Best Stand Up Comedian in Edmonton, Alberta. Banks spent several years doing comedy in Vancouver, British Columbia, before moving to Toronto, where he transitioned to acting. His early work includes roles in various comedy series, including The Kids in the Hall. Banks has gained recognition for his unique character looks and subtle performances on camera, leading to regular work in film and television across multiple genres. He has appeared in numerous projects, with a total of 103 known credits.
Career overview
Boyd Banks began his acting career after spending several years doing comedy in Vancouver, British Columbia. He moved to Toronto, where he started landing roles in various comedy series. One of his early appearances was in the cult favourite The Kids in the Hall.
Banks' unique character looks and subtle performances on camera caught the attention of Toronto's top casting directors. As a result, he began working regularly in film and television, taking on a range of projects including comedies and murder mysteries.
Boyd Banks has accumulated a significant number of acting credits, with 103 known credits to his name. His acting career has spanned multiple genres and formats, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about Boyd Banks.
Frequent co-stars
Career timeline
Full Filmography
112 titles- All My Puny Sorrows (2022) as Pastor
- V Wars (2019) as Motel Clerk
- Star Falls (2018) as Security Guard
- 11.22.63 (2016) as Barfly
- The Expanse (2015) as Coroner
- 12 Monkeys (2015) as TF Scientist
- 12 Monkeys (2015) as Joe the Bartender
- Killjoys (2015) as Drunk
- The Hexecutioners (2015) as Mr. Giroux
- Bang Bang Baby (2014) as Gord
- My Daughter Must Live (2014) as Server
- Hellmouth (2014) as Mr. Whinny
- Algonquin (2014) as Geordie
- Silent Hill: Revelation 3D (2012) as Priest
- Dead Before Dawn (2012) as Gas Station Attendant
- Skins (2011) as Uptight Man
- The Walking Dead Girls (2011) as Self
- Stripperland (2011) as Maestro
- Moon Point (2011) as Ice Cream Truck Driver
- Lost Girl (2010) as Groundskeeper
- Coopers' Camera (2010) as Sgt. Stevenson
- Fairfield Road (2010) as Doug
- Medium Raw (2010) as Patient 66
- Happiness is Hate Therapy (2010) as Frank
- Pontypool (2009) as Jay (Osama)
- Before You Say 'I Do' (2009) as Apartment Guy
- You Might As Well Live (2009) as Uncle Casper
- The Love Guru (2008) as EMT
- Saving God (2008) as Poole
- How She Move (2008) as Mike Evens
- Hank and Mike (2008) as Leon the Neighbor
- Hooked on Speedman (2008) as Man in Wheelchair
- Little Mosque on the Prairie (2007)
- Lars and the Real Girl (2007) as Russell
- Diary of the Dead (2007) as White Man
- Chasing Tchaikovsky (2007) as Nikolai
- Left for Dead (2007) as Michael Lymburner
- The Fountain (2006) as Dominican Monk
- Jekyll + Hyde (2006) as Morgue Attendant
- Cinderella Man (2005) as Reporter
- Land of the Dead (2005) as Butcher
- Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2005) as Prison Solitary Guard
- Saint Ralph (2005) as Worker #1
- Riding the Bus with My Sister (2005) as Henry
- Deacons for Defense (2005) as Weber
- Corner Gas (2004) as Cecil
- This Is Wonderland (2004) as Woody Gallagher
- Dawn of the Dead (2004) as Tucker
- Wonderfalls (2004) as Janitor
- Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004) as E.R. Patient
- New York Minute (2004) as Ticket Window Guy
- Rhinoceros Eyes (2004) as Hospital Orderly
- Phil the Alien (2004) as Slim
- Ham & Cheese (2004) as Barry's Boss
- The Cat in the Hat (2003) as Waiter (uncredited)
- Slings & Arrows (2003)
- The In-Laws (2003) as Patient
- Fallen Angel (2003) as Birdie
- The Music Man (2003) as Train Conductor
- The Piano Man's Daughter (2003) as Priest
- The Tuxedo (2002) as Vic
- Puppets Who Kill (2002)
- Cypher (2002) as Fred Garfield
- American Psycho II: All American Girl (2002) as Jim
- Avenging Angelo (2002) as Paramedic
- A Killing Spring (2002) as Hotel Manager
- Escape from the Newsroom (2002) as Martin
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Austin 'Dinky' Byne
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Skinny Agent
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Donald Pitcairn
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Duncan Barrett
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Duncan Berrett
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Lackey
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Clyde Bagby
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Willis Krug
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Jimmie Kirk
- Jason X (2001) as Fat Lou
- Knockaround Guys (2001) as Bar Patron
- Club Land (2001) as Elegante Announcer
- Kiss My Act (2001) as Yuks Comic
- Wild Iris (2001) as Handprint Clerk
- Chasing Cain (2001) as Ralph
- Prancer Returns (2001)
- The Ladies Man (2000) as C&W Station Manager
- Cheaters (2000) as State Speech Judge
- Bruiser (2000) as Jester
- Possessed (2000) as Zealot
- The Highwayman (2000) as Luger
- Twice in a Lifetime (1999) as Murphy
- Aftershock: Earthquake in New York (1999) as Statue Man
- Superstar (1999) as Weatherman
- Dash and Lilly (1999) as Prison Guard
- Meet Prince Charming (1999) as Roger
- The Jesse Ventura Story (1999) as Brooklyn Park Mayor
- Animorphs (1998) as Museum Guard (uncredited)
- Dirty Work (1998) as Creepy Harry
- Naked City: A Killer Christmas (1998) as Jack
- Dog Park (1998) as Ge Groovy Lesh
- Earthquake in New York (1998) as Statue Man
- The Wrong Guy (1997) as Gas Station Guy
- I'll Be Home For Christmas (1997) as Ethan
- Bad to the Bone (1997) as Gun Salesman
- Dinner at Fred's (1997) as Talent Show MC
- Crash (1996) as Grip
- Once a Thief (1996)
- Black Sheep (1996) as Clyde Spinoza
- Holiday Affair (1996)
- Goosebumps (1995) as Mr. Johnson
- Goosebumps: Phantom of the Auditorium (1995) as Mr. Johnson
- Due South (1994) as Norm Betz
- The Kids in the Hall (1989) as Fiancee
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Henry
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Boyd Banks best known for?
Boyd Banks is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including V Wars (2019), 11.22.63 (2016), A Month in the Country (1987), 12 Monkeys (2015).
When and where was Boyd Banks born?
Boyd Banks was born on April 16, 1964 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada.
How many credits does Boyd Banks have?
Boyd Banks has accumulated over 112 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2022.
What is Boyd Banks's background in cinema and television?
Boyd Banks is a Canadian actor born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. He began his entertainment career at 17, winning a contest for Best Stand Up Comedian in Edmonton, Alberta. Banks spent several years doing comedy in Vancouver, British Columbia, before moving to Toronto, where he transitioned to acting. His early work inc...
Boyd Banks by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Henry — aged about 12
- The Expanse (2015) as Coroner — aged about 51
- Corner Gas (2004) as Cecil — aged about 40
- This Is Wonderland (2004) as Woody Gallagher — aged about 40
- Goosebumps (1995) as Mr. Johnson — aged about 31
- A Nero Wolfe Mystery (2001) as Austin 'Dinky' Byne — aged about 37
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Boyd Banks.