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Jack Duffy

Acting · 1926–2008 · Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Biography

Jack Duffy was a versatile entertainer, recognized for his talents as a comedian, impressionist, and singer. He gained notable recognition for his portrayal as "the Captain" on the enduring game show, The Party Game. This popular show ran from 1970 to 1981, initially broadcast on CHCH-TV in Hamilton, Ontario, and later syndicated nationally, contributing significantly to Duffy's enduring legacy in Canadian entertainment.

Known for

Filmography

2009GoobyGrocery Store Manager
2007Come Again in SpringHark (Voice)
2006It's a Boy Girl ThingOld Man
2004Corner GasMr. Baker
2002Fancy DancingStan
2002The TuxedoElderly Man
2001Bleacher BumsOldest Father
2001Mutant XSilver
2001My Horrible Year!Mr. Birdwell
2000Spreading GroundOwen Rafferty
1999A Holiday RomanceIrwin
1999Twice in a LifetimeSamuel Gold
1998BrimstoneIrwin Dollinger
1998Strike!School Guard
1998Men with GunsJimmy
1998Double TakeJudge
1998BlackheartEnger
1997The Defenders: PaybackMr. Sanders
1996Psi Factor: Chronicles of the Paranormal
1995The Hardy BoysHarry
1994SodbustersRailroad Executive No. 1
1994Hostage for a DaySWAT #3
1994David's MotherDoorman
1993Ordinary MagicBarbershop #1
1992Forever Knight
1989Dick Francis: In the FrameHarvey
1989The Dream TeamBernie
1988Biographies: The Enigma of Bobby BittmanSam Slansky
1988Switching ChannelsEmil, the Waiter
1987Friday the 13th: The SeriesManny King
1986Killer PartySecurity Guard
1980Boo!Dr. Frankenstein
1980Curious GeorgeNarrator
1978The Silent PartnerFogelman
1976The New AvengersRadio Operator
1975Sidestreet
1975The Bobby Vinton Show
1974Hamburgersself
1948Hot Scotch
1932The Hollywood Handicap

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