John R. Smith Jnr.
Biography
John is an award-winning. classically-trained, character actor who has worked in CT theatre for nearly 30 years. He & his wife, Tanya Feduik-Smith, are Founders & Artistic Directors of Vagabond Theatre Company in Bridgeport CT. Pre-Covid, his sole focus was stage work. Occasionally playing small film roles as favors for friends. After Covid shuttered theaters he pivoted exclusively to films, including his award-winning performance as Bernie Davis in THE WOODSMAN; the lovable, foul-mouthed catcher, John Faiella, in EEPHUS; and the menacing Tucson in I'VE SEEN ALL I NEED TO SEE
Known For & Full Filmography14 Titles
Drama Series - 2025, 16 episodes • as Robert
When disgraced documentarian Tessa Fowler rents a rural house to escape the big city, they unearth a box of old tapes - one seemingly capturing a murder. They set out to unravel the dark secrets buried in this perfect town's past.
Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • as Bernie Davis
Bernie Davis, a Christmas tree salesman, has three trees left to sell on Christmas Eve. As the night progresses, his anxiety (and alcohol) leads him to take unconventional measures to ensure that his lot is sold and his soul is safe.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Marcus Shadowman
A screenwriter finds himself on a surreal odyssey where he wrestles with selling his soul and his script.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as John Faiella
As an imminent construction project looms over their beloved small-town baseball field, a pair of New England rec-league teams face off for the last time. Tensions flare up and ceremonial laughs are shared as an era of camaraderie and escapism fades into an uncertain future.
Movie - 2026, 2h 15m • as Jack
After moving into his parents’ basement, Bronson Somatz deals with his breakup the only way he knows how: impromptu therapy sessions in the back of an ice cream truck, escapes to his ever-devolving daydreams, and a whole lotta Tennessee whiskey.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Jonathan Fischer
While investigating an unsolved murder for a documentary, a film crew uncovers evidence pointing to a terrifying phenomenon beyond human understanding. As their search for answers pulls them deeper into the mystery, the crew’s footage begins to document a chilling encounter with something otherworldly lurking just beyond reality.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Stevie (voice)
Ericson, an Elvis-obsessed musician, spirals when his estranged mother who promised to attend the show doesn't show up.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Buddy
A man-child named Buddy and his counterpart, The Suit, cross paths late one night in a homey diner.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Tech
A trio of “cleaners” working at the bottom of a blue-collar crime syndicate handle the jobs no one else wants, but when a routine job goes wrong, their attempt to clean up their own mess only pulls them deeper into the world they’ve been trying to escape.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Moka Joe
An egregiously wealthy businessman celebrates his most recent purchase when his party is interrupted by a mysterious "bride."
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Tucson
After the sudden and violent death of her estranged sister, an actor leaves Los Angeles and returns to her hometown in search of answers.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Mooner
Two Hollywood Producers try to save their dying careers by creating a blockbuster out of old movies and their warped imaginations. What they don't know is that they are being mined for their creative and technological ideas. The film was in production for 25 years and shot in seven states including Washington D.C. (Linklater eat your heart out!). Homages galore. The next Rocky Horror.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Elvis
An energetic saleswoman pushes a reluctant bar owner to display her advertising.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Teddy
Take from Me, alternatively titled Love Dogs, is a gripping thriller that follows the life of John, a grieving local man, as he finds solace and intrigue in a mysterious young woman who purchases his old farmhouse. Simultaneously, a sense of unease grips the town when a resident goes missing, leading the local police captain to suspect a sinister presence looming over their community.