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Matt Johnson
- Born October 5, 1985
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Director
Biography
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 in Kazik Radwanska's film Anne at 1,300 Feet (2019) and Matt and Mara (2024).
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Nirvanna the Band the Show streams on Hulu
The Canadian comedy series Nirvalla the Band the Show and its feature film will become available in the United States via Hulu starting July 24, 2026. The two‑season series, originally aired on Viceland after an online run, follows Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol’s chaotic attempts to book a gig at Toronto’s Rivoli. Each eight‑episode season features guerrilla‑style filming, unscripted street scenes and pop‑culture references that echo the movie’s humor. The announcement also raises speculation about a possible third season if streaming interest proves strong.
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Inside 'Tony,' the A24 Movie About Anthony Bourdain's Provincetown Summers
Director Matt Johnson and actors Dominic Sessa and Leo Woodall discussed their upcoming A24 film 'Tony' at the Provincetown Film Festival. The movie focuses on a significant period in the life of late author Anthony Bourdain, known for his work 'Kitchen Confidential.' While not a full biopic, the film explores Bourdain's experiences during summers in Provincetown, highlighting a formative chapter in his life. The film is directed by Johnson, who previously worked on 'Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie,' and stars Sessa and Woodall in key roles.
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