Sean Hewitt

Acting

Sean Hewitt

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Sean Hewitt

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Swann
1h 36m
Movie 1997

Swann

Rose Hindmarsh finds herself at the centre of a controversy...

Thinner
1h 32m
Movie 1996

Thinner

An obese lawyer finds himself growing "Thinner" when an old...

The Shower
1h 22m
Movie 1992

The Shower

A feminine take on a Cassavetes drama, the film focuses...

Barnum
1h 30m
Movie 1986

Barnum

The amazing biography of legendary circus impresario and unparalleled showman,...

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.