
Matt Johnson
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Matt Johnson is a Canadian filmmaker, director, writer, producer, editor, and actor. His work includes his feature film directorial debut, The Dirties (2013), which premiered at Slamdance; his second feature film, Operation Avalanche (2016), which premiered at Sundance; and his third feature film, BlackBerry (2023), which premiered at the Berlinale before winning several Canadian Screen Awards in 2024. He is also co-creator of the cult comedy series Nirvanna the Band the Show (2017). As an actor, he has appeared Kazik Radwanska's film Anne at 1,300 Feet (2019) and Matt and Mara (2024).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Matt Johnson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Matt Johnson'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Matt Johnson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in My Mother's Pearls, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Matt Johnson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matt Johnson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Matt Johnson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie | Matt | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Matt and Mara | Matt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Heirloom | Belligerent Vet | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Nirvanna The Band - Mega64 Special | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | BlackBerry | Doug Fregin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Anne at 13,000 Ft. | Matt | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Spice It Up | Passport Photographer | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Operation Avalanche | Matt Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Operation Avalanche | Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | How Heavy This Hammer | Hardware Store Employee | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Diamond Tongues | John Matheson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Dirties | Matt | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Fantastic Corpse | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Matt Johnson Live at Comic-Con | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Cosmotive Inc. | Richard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Revenge Plot | Matt | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Shubadak | Matt | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | My Mother's Pearls | Future Steve | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Update Day | Matt | Flop | Similar → |
Matt Johnson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matt Johnson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matt Johnson is "My Mother's Pearls" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Matt Johnson acted in?
Matt Johnson has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matt Johnson?
Other notable films include "BlackBerry", "The Heirloom", and "Matt and Mara".




