Kerr Hewitt, also credited professionally as Kjartan Hewitt, is a multifaceted Canadian actor and writer who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. His impressive career trajectory began in his teenage years, when he started working on television series for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) and YTV.
As a creative and ambitious individual, Hewitt started writing plays and musicals at the tender age of 17. He then went on to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature, further honing his skills and expanding his knowledge.
Hewitt's breakthrough role came in 2010, when he appeared in Edgar Wright's critically acclaimed film Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. He played the character of Jimmy, the boyfriend of Scott Pilgrim's sister, who gets seduced by Pilgrim's roommate Wallace at a concert. Jimmy's character became a recurring presence throughout the film, adding a touch of humor and wit to the narrative.
In the same year, Hewitt starred in the feature film This Movie Is Broken, playing the role of Blake, the best friend of a young Toronto man who tries to impress a girl by taking her to a Broken Social Scene concert. The film is set against the backdrop of a real-life 2009 Harbourfront Centre concert, which served as the inspiration for the story.
Fast forward to 2018, Hewitt starred in the YouTube web series Clusterfuck, which follows the lives of millennials in downtown Toronto. His performance earned him the Best Actor award at the Sicily Web Festival, where the series premiered.
Throughout his career, Hewitt has been drawn to projects that celebrate his hometown of Toronto. He has starred in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, This Movie Is Broken, and Clusterfuck, all of which showcase the city's vibrant energy and unique cultural identity.
As a talented actor and writer, Kerr Hewitt has established himself as a rising star in the entertainment industry. His dedication to his craft, coupled with his passion for storytelling, has resulted in a body of work that is both diverse and impressive.
