John Novak
Biography
John Novak is an actor and anime voice actor born on September 9, 1955, in Caracas, Venezuela. He frequently performs voice work for the Vancouver-based Ocean Group in Canada. In film and television, Novak starred in the Wishmaster sequels Wishmaster 3: Beyond The Gates Of Hell and Wishmaster: The Prophecy Fulfilled, taking over the role of The Djinn from Andrew Divoff. He also appeared twice as shyster lawyer Ross J. Kelly in the television series Sliders and played the Sheriff in Bloodrayne 2: Deliverance. In Canada, Novak is particularly well known for his role as a park ranger in Kokanee beer commercials, where he attempts to stop the Kokanee Sasquatch from stealing beer.
Career overview
John Novak is an actor and anime voice actor born in Caracas, Venezuela, on September 9, 1955. He frequently performs voice work for the Ocean Group located in Vancouver, Canada. Throughout his career, Novak has accumulated seventy-eight known acting credits.
In film, Novak starred in the Wishmaster sequels Wishmaster 3: Beyond The Gates Of Hell and Wishmaster: The Prophecy Fulfilled, in which he replaced Andrew Divoff in the role of The Djinn. He also appeared as the Sheriff in the film Bloodrayne 2: Deliverance. On television, he made two appearances in the series Sliders playing a shyster lawyer named Ross J. Kelly.
In Canada, Novak is widely known for his appearances in Kokanee beer commercials. In these advertisements, he portrays the Park Ranger who continually attempts to stop the Kokanee Sasquatch from stealing the beer.
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93 titles- The Road Ahead (2020) as Roger Samuels
- Raised by Wolves (2020) as Sargent Fawn
- Stealing School (2020) as Peter Hanson
- Romance Retreat (2019) as Raymond Lipky
- DC's Legends of Tomorrow (2016) as Sheriff
- Stranger in the House (2016) as Wayne
- Watch Your Back (2015) as Mathieu Diamond
- Seventh Son (2014) as Priest
- Barbie: The Pearl Princess (2014) as Caligo (voice)
- The Virginian (2014) as Steve
- Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu (2012) as Slithraa (voice)
- Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu (2012) as Constrictai General (voice)
- Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu (2012) as Constrictai General / Bank Boss (voice)
- Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu (2012) as Constrictai (voice)
- Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu (2012) as Bank Boss / Constrictai General (voice)
- Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu (2012) as Constrictai General / Police Officer #2 (voice)
- The Package (2012) as Nicholas
- Superbook (2011) as Pharaoh
- Thor: Tales of Asgard (2011) as Thrym / Additional Voices (voice)
- Beyond Sherwood Forest (2009) as Roland
- Sanctuary (2008) as Thug Boss
- jPod (2008) as Bertrand
- War (2007) as Captain Andrews
- Flash Gordon (2007) as Willik
- BloodRayne II: Deliverance (2007) as Sheriff Cobden
- The Condor (2007) as George Valdez (voice)
- Fantastic Four: World's Greatest Heroes (2006) as The Supreme Intelligence (voice)
- Dr. Dolittle 3 (2006) as Walter
- Last Chance Cafe (2006) as Paul Boyer
- The Secrets of Comfort House (2006) as Sheriff "Bear" Trapp
- Supernatural (2005) as Zeus
- Home for the Holidays (2005) as Sheriff Bob Cutter
- The Collector (2004)
- Faultline (2004) as Sheriff Carl Larson
- Irish Eyes (2004) as Thomas Phelan
- Mayday (2003) as Hoot Gibson
- Wishmaster: The Prophecy Fulfilled (2002) as Djinn
- Matthew Blackheart: Monster Smasher (2002) as Ruskin Stern
- Smallville (2001) as Gary Bergen
- UC: Undercover (2001)
- Wishmaster 3: Beyond the Gates of Hell (2001) as The Djinn
- L.A.P.D.: To Protect And To Serve (2001) as Kirby
- X-Men: Evolution (2000) as Bolivar Trask (voice)
- Phantom of the Megaplex (2000) as George
- Relic Hunter (1999) as Rod Thorson
- Crusade (1999) as Dr. Alain Lebecque
- True Heart (1999) as Louie
- First Wave (1998) as Det. Freddie Ludlow
- Born Free (1998) as Travis McQueen
- Glory & Honor (1998) as Langdon Gibson
- Stargate SG-1 (1997) as William Ronson
- Dog's Best Friend (1997) as Tim Thompson
- Poltergeist: The Legacy (1996) as Patrick Corrigan
- Doctor Who (1996) as Salinger
- The Ex (1996) as Miles (uncredited)
- Darkman III: Die Darkman Die (1996) as Ryan Mitchell
- Downdraft (1996) as Standish
- Sliders (1995) as Ross J. Kelly
- Sliders (1995) as Ross J. Kelly / Interrogator
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Tom Grant
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Dave Pettigrew
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Voice of Adam (voice)
- The Outer Limits (1995) as Dr. Stansfield
- Freefall: Flight 174 (1995) as Len Daniels
- Fight for Justice: The Nancy Conn Story (1995) as Fred
- Legends of the Fall (1994) as James O'Banion
- Kung Fu: The Legend Continues (1993) as Eagleton
- The Sea Wolf (1993) as Jameson Damisk
- Born to Run (1993) as Baskin
- Highlander: The Series (1992) as Sheriff Crowley
- Highlander: The Series (1992) as Mason
- Highlander: The Series (1992) as Gerard Kragen
- The Commish (1991)
- The Death of the Incredible Hulk (1990) as Zed
- Booker (1989) as Jim O'Haver
- Booker (1989) as Bog Hugg
- The Trial of the Incredible Hulk (1989) as Denny
- Straight Line (1989) as Detective Landers
- War of the Worlds (1988) as Alien
- 21 Jump Street (1987) as Gary Rinzler
- 21 Jump Street (1987) as Teacher
- Wiseguy (1987)
- Oklahoma Smugglers (1987) as Skip
- Spearfield's Daughter (1986) as Alain Roux
- MacGyver (1985) as Max Muller
- MacGyver (1985) as Lyle Hoggart
- MacGyver (1985) as PR Officer
- The Twilight Zone (1985) as Man in Bar
- The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1985) as Jason Hathaway
- Eternal Evil (1985) as Kauffman
- Santa Barbara (1984) as Keith Timmons
- The Hitchhiker (1983) as Man in Black
- As You Like It (1983) as Amiens
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Novak best known for?
John Novak is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Romance Retreat (2019), The Charge (2003), Seventh Son (2014), Barbie: The Pearl Princess (2014).
When and where was John Novak born?
John Novak was born on September 9, 1955 in Caracas, Venezuela.
How many credits does John Novak have?
John Novak has accumulated over 93 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1983 to 2020.
What is John Novak's background in cinema and television?
John Novak is an actor and anime voice actor born on September 9, 1955, in Caracas, Venezuela. He frequently performs voice work for the Vancouver-based Ocean Group in Canada. In film and television, Novak starred in the Wishmaster sequels Wishmaster 3: Beyond The Gates Of Hell and Wishmaster: The Prophecy Fulfilled, t...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Superbook (2011) as Pharaoh — aged about 55
- Supernatural (2005) as Zeus — aged about 49
- Stargate SG-1 (1997) as William Ronson — aged about 41
- Mayday (2003) as Hoot Gibson — aged about 47
- Smallville (2001) as Gary Bergen — aged about 45
- Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu (2012) as Slithraa (voice) — aged about 56
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