Jean-Marc Parent
Biography
Jean-Marc Parent, also known as JMP, is an actor and comedian from Quebec, Canada. Born on March 21, 1962, in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, he initially began his career as a social worker. His career in comedy started after he was discovered at the Juste Pour Rire festival in 1988. Parent's work includes acting and writing roles in television and film projects. Among his credits are appearances in the film The Barbarian Invasions in 2003, as well as Les pots cassés in 1993 and Emilie in 1990. Throughout his career, he has accumulated numerous known credits in the entertainment industry as both a performer and a writer.
Career overview
Jean-Marc Parent, also known as JMP, is a comedian, actor, and writer from Quebec, Canada. Born in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu on March 21, 1962, he originally began his career as a social worker. His path changed when he was discovered at the Juste Pour Rire festival in 1988. Following his discovery, he launched his first show, titled L'Handicapé, which also has the English title The Disabled. He subsequently formed a comedy duo partnership with Michel Barrett before returning to solo comedy in the 1990s.
As a performer, Parent specializes in long-form comedy. He is known for performing for large audiences for hours at a time, often switching from scripted comedy to improvisation toward the end of his shows. These extended performances, themed celebrations, and improv antics have generated substantial press coverage throughout his career.
In addition to his stage work, Parent has pursued an acting and writing career in film and television. His credits include appearances in projects such as the 2003 film The Barbarian Invasions, as well as Les pots cassés in 1993 and Emilie in 1990. Recognized across various film and television databases, his career encompasses decades of work in both live comedy and screen acting.
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Full Filmography
33 titles- L'Événement JMP 2024 (2025)
- Jean-Marc Parent : Utopie (2024) as Jean-Marc Parent
- JMP (2021) as Self - Host
- La tour (2020) as Self - Guest
- Bonsoir bonsoir! (2019) as Self
- Y'a du monde à messe (2017) as Self
- Juste pour rire 2017 - L'Événement JMP 10e anniversaire! (2017)
- Juste Pour Rire 2017 - Gala Juste Raconteurs (2017) as Self - Comedian
- La Floride de JMP (2017) as Self
- L’Événement JMP Volume 2 2011-2013 (2016) as Jean-Marc Parent
- Juste pour rire 2016 - Évènement JMP (2016) as Self
- L'événement JMP Volume 1 2008-2010 (2015)
- Juste pour rire 2015 - Évènement JMP (2015)
- La gloire… mais à quel prix? (2014) as Self
- Juste pour rire 2014 - Évènement JMP (2014)
- Jean-Marc Parent - Torture (2014) as Jean-Marc Parent
- In Lieu of Flowers (2012) as Self
- Design V.I.P. (2011) as Himself
- Ça finit bien la semaine (2010) as Self
- Jean-Marc Parent: Urgence de vivre (2009) as Self
- Jean-Marc Parent: Urgence de vivre (2009) Writer
- Juste pour rire: 25 grands numéros (2008) as Self
- Jean-Marc Parent (2007)
- Jean-Marc Parent (2007) Writer
- Juste pour rire - Juste le meilleur des Galas 2005 (2005)
- Sucré salé (2002) as Self
- L'Or (2001) as Fiset
- Deux filles le matin (2000) as Self
- L'Heure JMP (1996)
- L'Heure JMP (1996) Creator
- Life Is Not a Novel (1993) as Roch
- Galas Juste Pour Rire as Self
- L’Événement JMP Volume 3 2014-2016
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jean-Marc Parent best known for?
Jean-Marc Parent is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Hombre acosado (1952), Return to Two Moon Junction (1994), Y'a du monde à messe (2017), In Lieu of Flowers (2012).
When and where was Jean-Marc Parent born?
Jean-Marc Parent was born on March 21, 1962 in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada.
How many credits does Jean-Marc Parent have?
Jean-Marc Parent has accumulated over 33 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1993 to 2025.
What is Jean-Marc Parent's background in cinema and television?
Jean-Marc Parent, also known as JMP, is an actor and comedian from Quebec, Canada. Born on March 21, 1962, in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, he initially began his career as a social worker. His career in comedy started after he was discovered at the Juste Pour Rire festival in 1988. Parent's work includes acting an...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Sucré salé (2002) as Self — aged about 40
- Y'a du monde à messe (2017) as Self — aged about 55
- La tour (2020) as Self - Guest — aged about 58
- In Lieu of Flowers (2012) as Self — aged about 50
- Ça finit bien la semaine (2010) as Self — aged about 48
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