Russell Peters

Acting

Russell Peters

Born September 29, 1970 · Toronto, Ontario, Canada (age 55)

Russell Dominic Peters (born September 29, 1970) is a Canadian comedian and actor. He began performing in Toronto in 1989 and has been nominated for four Gemini Awards.

Known For

The Jungle BookThe Jungle Book · 2016
The Jungle Book
6.92016
MovieAdventureFamily
After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli, a man-cub fostered by wolves, is forced to flee the jungle, and he embarks on a journey of self-discovery with the help of the panther, Bagheera, and the free-spirited bear, Baloo.
Source CodeSource Code · 2011
Source Code
7.32011
MovieThrillerScience Fiction
When decorated soldier Captain Colter Stevens wakes up in the body of an unknown man, he discovers he's part of a mission to find the bomber of a Chicago commuter train.
Clifford the Big Red DogClifford the Big Red Dog · 2021
Clifford the Big Red Dog
7.12021
MovieFamilyAdventure
As Emily struggles to fit in at home and at school, she discovers a small red puppy who is destined to become her best friend. When Clifford magically undergoes one heck of a growth spurt, becomes a gigantic dog and attracts the attention of a genetics company, Emily and her Uncle Casey have to fight the forces of greed as they go on the run across New York City. Along the way, Clifford affects the lives of everyone around him and teaches Emily and her uncle the true meaning of acceptance and unconditional love.
ChefChef · 2014
Chef
7.12014
MovieComedy
When Chef Carl Casper suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant after refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner, he is left to figure out what's next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his ex-wife, his friend and his son to launch a food truck. Taking to the road, Chef Carl goes back to his roots to reignite his passion for the kitchen -- and zest for life and love.
New Year's EveNew Year's Eve · 2011
New Year's Eve
5.92011
MovieComedyRomance
The lives of several couples and singles in New York intertwine over the course of New Year's Eve.
Rapid FireRapid Fire · 1992
Rapid Fire
6.41992
MovieActionThriller
College student Jake Lo is pursued by smugglers, mobsters and crooked federal agents after he witnesses a murder by a Mafia kingpin.
Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk
Feb 13, 2027
Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk · 2027
Pierre the Pigeon-Hawk
2027
MovieAnimationAdventure
In New York City, Pierre, born as a product of forbidden love between a hawk and a pigeon, is rejected by both communities. Tired of not fitting in, Pierre sets out on a mission to discover where he truly belongs.
The ClapperThe Clapper · 2018
The Clapper
4.92018
MovieComedy
Eddie Krumble works as a paid audience member for infomercials and experiences a whirlwind of overnight fame after a late-night talk show host publicizes his frequent infomercial appearances.

Filmography

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BreakawayBreakaway · 2011
Breakaway
5.42011
MovieComedyDrama
A hockey enthusiast since 12 years of age, Toronto-based Rajvinder Singh, even went to the extent of trimming his hair, discarding his Pagri/turban, did not complete his education, incurred the wrath of his father, Darvesh, who wanted him to be involved in the family business as well as confirm and respect Sikh religion principles and values. Hoping to play professional hockey, Rajvinder, along with other fellow Sikh players, instead finds himself treated as the object of ridicule, referred to as a 'joker', by mainstream Caucasian players. Even his friends tease him and ask him to take up 'Guli Danda' and Kabaddi', while his father makes him work for Uncle Sammy as a truck driver. He is attracted to stunning law student Melissa Winters while her brother, Dan, offers to coach Rajvinder and his team. Unable to get themselves included in any team, they form their own...

Executive Producer

Life in PiecesLife in Pieces · 2015
Life in Pieces
7.12015
SeriesComedy
Comedy about one big happy family and their sometimes awkward, often hilarious and ultimately beautiful milestone moments as told by its various members. Of the three siblings, middle child Matt may have just found his true love, his co-worker, Colleen; his coddled youngest brother, Greg, and his wife, Jen, are overwhelmed by the birth of their first child; and the eldest, Heather, and her husband, Tim, are dreading their impending empty nest so much, they're considering having another baby. Their parents are Joan the family's adoring matriarch who would do anything for her kids - as long as she agrees with it - and John, the gregarious patriarch who's searching for ways to soften the blow of turning 70. As the family's lives unfold in four short stories each week, they try to savor these little pieces of time that flash by but stay with you forever, because these moments add up to what life's all about.

Dr. Tak Oh