Jean-Marc Parent
ActingAbout Jean-Marc Parent
Jean-Marc Parent is a comedian from Quebec, Canada, also known as JMP. Originally from Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, he began his career as a social worker before being discovered at the festival Juste Pour Rire in 1988. His first show, titled "L'Handicapé" or its English title, "The Disabled" was followed by a comedy duo partnership with Michel Barrett, before JMP returned to solo comedy in the 1990s. JMP's specializes in long-form comedy, performing for large audience for hours at a time, often switching from scripted comedy to improv to close his shows. These extended performances, themed celebrations and improv antics have invited substantial press coverage. JMP has acted as a spokesperson for Opération Nez rouge, as well as hosting his own improv and animation comedy show "L'Heure JMP" on TQS and providing illustrations for the humor magazine Safarir. He continues to perform in comedy specials and events throughout Canada.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jean-Marc Parent reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Jean-Marc Parent's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jean-Marc Parent remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Jean-Marc Parent: Urgence de vivre, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jean-Marc Parent Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jean-Marc Parent's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jean-Marc Parent.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | L'Événement JMP 2024 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Jean-Marc Parent : Utopie | Jean-Marc Parent | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | La Floride de JMP | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Juste Pour Rire 2017 - Gala Juste Raconteurs | Self - Comedian | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Juste pour rire 2017 - L'Événement JMP 10e anniversaire! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | L’Événement JMP Volume 2 2011-2013 | Jean-Marc Parent | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Juste pour rire 2016 - Évènement JMP | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | L'événement JMP Volume 1 2008-2010 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Juste pour rire 2015 - Évènement JMP | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Jean-Marc Parent - Torture | Jean-Marc Parent | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Juste pour rire 2014 - Évènement JMP | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Jean-Marc Parent: Urgence de vivre | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Jean-Marc Parent | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Juste pour rire - Juste le meilleur des Galas 2005 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Life Is Not a Novel | Roch | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | L’Événement JMP Volume 3 2014-2016 | - | Flop | Similar → |
Jean-Marc Parent - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jean-Marc Parent?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean-Marc Parent is "Jean-Marc Parent: Urgence de vivre" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Jean-Marc Parent acted in?
Jean-Marc Parent has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jean-Marc Parent?
Other notable films include "Jean-Marc Parent - Torture", "Life Is Not a Novel", and "Juste pour rire 2015 - Évènement JMP".