Jeff Wincott, a renowned actor and producer from Toronto, Canada, initially gained international recognition for his outstanding performance as Detective Giambone in the award-winning Canadian television series Night Heat, for which he received a nomination for Best Actor at the Gemini Awards.
As his career progressed, Wincott went on to star in over a dozen martial arts films, including Mission of Justice and Last Man Standing, solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in the action film genre.
In addition to his extensive film career, Wincott has also made notable appearances in various television shows, such as Sons of Anarchy, the Lizzie Borden Chronicles, Blue Bloods, Person of Interest, The Good Wife, N.C.I.S., The Night Of, and The Wire.
Wincott's versatility as an actor is further demonstrated by his roles in high-budget action films like The Invasion and Unstoppable, as well as his supporting role in the independent film Kringle Time, for which he received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the GenreBlast Film Festival in 2021.
In 2019, Wincott and his wife co-founded Hollow Metropolis Films, a production company aimed at creating and producing their own films. The company has since produced several award-winning short films, including Ping Pong Pigeons, Platitudes, and Dystopian Snow Globe, which have been screened internationally.
In 2020, Wincott co-produced and starred in his first feature film, The Issue with Elvis, playing the leading role of Dr. Mercer. His performance earned him three Best Actor Awards at various film festivals, including the Hollywood Women's International Film Festival, the Toronto Beaches Film Festival, and the Montgomery International Film Festival.
The Issue with Elvis has received widespread acclaim, winning over ten awards in 2021, including two Best Feature Film awards. The film is set to be distributed by Random Media and 1091 Pictures, with a release date scheduled for 2022.
Wincott has also co-produced a documentary feature titled Fall Fight Shine, which focuses on addiction and recovery. The film premiered at The Art of Recovery Film Festival in the greater Miami area in September 2021 and won Best Documentary Feature at the Hollywood Women's International Film Festival in October 2021. The film features Wincott's personal recovery story, further demonstrating his commitment to spreading awareness and support for those struggling with addiction.
