Derek McGrath
Biography
Derek McGrath is a Canadian actor born on June 4, 1951, in Porcupine, Ontario. He is known for his roles in several television and film productions, including the series My Secret Identity which aired in 1988. McGrath also appeared in the 2007 film Charlie Bartlett and had a role in Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol, released in 1987. His career spans multiple decades working in both television and film mediums. McGrath has maintained a presence in the entertainment industry through various acting roles, primarily in North American productions.
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93 titles- Revival (2025) as Bob Dittman
- A Merry Little Ex-Mas (2025) as Mike Holden
- Unicorn Academy (2023) as Mr. Tansy (voice)
- Thanksgiving (2023) as Mayor Cantin
- So Help Me Todd (2022) as Judge Ezekiel Brixton
- Transplant (2020) as Donald
- The Marijuana Conspiracy (2020)
- True: Friendship Day (2020)
- From Friend to Fiancé (2019) as Patrick
- Carter (2018) as Eugene Wallace
- The Good Doctor (2017) as Artie Hill
- The Mist (2017) as Benedict Raven
- Frankie Drake Mysteries (2017) as Abraham Amory
- Kim's Convenience (2016) as Frank
- Sound of Christmas (2016) as Earl McKinley
- A Puppy for Christmas (2016) as Gramps
- An American Dream: The Education of William Bowman (2016) as Oswald Chambers
- Good Witch (2015) as Vice Principal
- Northpole: Open for Christmas (2015) as Peter Elfman
- Last Chance for Christmas (2015) as Santa
- Christmas Incorporated (2015) as (uncredited)
- Carrie (2013) as Head Commissioner
- Fir Crazy (2013) as Hank
- Suits (2011) as Mr. Paulson
- Christmas Magic (2011) as Henry
- Lost Girl (2010) as Dr. Palmer
- Fairfield Road (2010) as Sam Peabody
- Bob & Doug (2009)
- Charlie Bartlett (2008) as Superintendent Sedgwick
- Daniel's Daughter (2008) as Jim Cavanaugh
- Iggy Arbuckle (2007) as Spiff (voice)
- Little Mosque on the Prairie (2007) as Rev. Duncan Magee
- Full of It (2007) as Principal Hayes
- Wide Awake (2007) as Dr. Matt Einen
- Aladdin: The Magical Family Musical (2006) as Widow Bender
- This Is Wonderland (2004) as Charlie Ross
- Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye (2002) as Gregory Gilborn
- The Safety of Objects (2002) as Mr. Peabody
- The Hungry Squid (2002) as Narrator
- Doc (2001)
- The Huntress (2000)
- Inherit the Wind (1999) as Radio Technician
- Nice Guys Sleep Alone (1999) as Eddie
- Bloodsport: The Dark Kumite (1999) as Warden Preston
- Stuart Bliss (1998) as Mover
- Earth: Final Conflict (1997) as Pax
- Chameleon (1996) as Morris Steinfeld
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as Crewman Chell
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as Chell
- In the House (1995)
- Hologram Man (1995) as Secretary Culkin
- Ellen (1994) as Stanley Peck
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Harris
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Reporter
- Freaked (1993) as Worm
- Against the Grain (1993) as Abel
- Drive Like Lightning (1992)
- The Red Green Show (1991)
- Roc (1991) as Ian
- Family Matters (1989) as Pat
- Family Matters (1989) as Conductor
- She's Out of Control (1989) as Jeff
- My Secret Identity (1988)
- Married... with Children (1987) as Buck - Dream Sequence
- Street Legal (1987)
- Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol (1987) as Butterworth
- Take Five (1987)
- The Real Ghostbusters (1986) as Simon Quegg (voice)
- Heathcliff: The Movie (1986) as Lefty / Knuckles / Muggsy / Spike / Mr. Woodley
- The Last Precinct (1986)
- The Golden Girls (1985) as Coordinator
- Growing Pains (1985) as Encyclopedia Salesman
- The Comedy Factory (1985) as Otis
- The Comedy Factory (1985) as Leo Winter
- The Comedy Factory (1985) as Jason
- The Comedy Factory (1985) as Melvin
- The Comedy Factory (1985) as John
- The Comedy Factory (1985) as Repair Man
- The Comedy Factory (1985) as Freddie
- The Comedy Factory (1985) Story Editor
- The Romance of Betty Boop (1985) as Waldo Van Lavish (voice)
- Who's the Boss? (1984)
- That's My Baby! (1984)
- Draw! (1984) as Reggie Bell
- Mr. Mom (1983) as Exec. #1
- The Funny Farm (1983) as Harvey
- Cheers (1982) as Andy Schroeder
- Newhart (1982)
- Nothing Personal (1980) as Gas Jockey
- Take Me Up to the Ball Game (1980) as The Eagle (voice)
- Intergalactic Thanksgiving, or Please Don't Eat the Planet (1979) as Notfunnyenuf (voice)
- Dallas (1978) as Oswald Valentine
- The Last Detail (1973) as Nichiren Shoshu Member
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Derek McGrath best known for?
Derek McGrath is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Automärchen (1983), Unicorn Academy (2023), Thanksgiving (2023), So Help Me Todd (2022).
When and where was Derek McGrath born?
Derek McGrath was born on June 4, 1951 in Porcupine, Ontario, Canada.
How many credits does Derek McGrath have?
Derek McGrath has accumulated over 93 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2025.
What is Derek McGrath's background in cinema and television?
Derek McGrath is a Canadian actor born on June 4, 1951, in Porcupine, Ontario. He is known for his roles in several television and film productions, including the series My Secret Identity which aired in 1988. McGrath also appeared in the 2007 film Charlie Bartlett and had a role in Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol...