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Matthew Kowalchuk

Directing
Freshness: Feb 03, 2026
1Total Films
5.0 Highest Rated
Birth Place: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

About Matthew Kowalchuk

Matthew has been recognized as one of Canada's emerging comedy filmmakers, with a body of work that has been seen around the globe, including his multi-award winning debut feature, Lawrence & Holloman (2013), and the acclaimed Bedbugs: A Musical Love Story (2014). He is a recipient of the Canadian Comedy Award for Best Feature Film (Lawrence & Holloman), and was also nominated as Director and co-Screenwriter. Other award honours include: BC Emerging Director (VIFF), Rising Star Director (EIFF), Best Director of a Comedy (VTXIFF), and several 'Best of Fest' awards. In addition to screening all over North America, he is honoured as well to have seen his films play to audience in such diverse cities as Shanghai, Perth, St. Petersburg, London, Berlin, and Cannes. Matthew has long been a student of comedy, having first trained as an improvisor with Edmonton's storied Rapid Fire Theatre, which counts among it's distinguished alumni, Nathan Fillion, Mark Meer, and Ron Pederson.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Matthew Kowalchuk reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Matthew Kowalchuk's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Matthew Kowalchuk remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lawrence & Holloman, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Matthew Kowalchuk Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Matthew Kowalchuk's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Matthew Kowalchuk.

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2013 Lawrence & Holloman Dumpster Diver Flop Similar →

Matthew Kowalchuk - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Matthew Kowalchuk?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew Kowalchuk is "Lawrence & Holloman" with a rating of 5.0/10.

How many movies has Matthew Kowalchuk acted in?

Matthew Kowalchuk has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.