Jakob Skrzypa

Jakob Skrzypa


in Windsor, Ontario
Jakob is a Canadian comedy writer, director, and producer. As co-creator of the Toronto sketch comedy duo Fun Uncle, Jakob wrote, directed, and edited dozens of sketches; which have been featured on Funny or Die, and broadcast on CBC. Jakob's short films have played in various festivals, including Fantasia, and have gone on to win best film, as well as best writing awards. His debut feature film screenplay Vampire Zombies... from Space! is slated for a festival release later this year.

In addition to writing, directing and producing comedy, Jakob is a producer of reality television; largely for the Paramount / MTV staple The Challenge. Jakob has also served various crew positions on series including Survivor, Big Brother Canada, and Nathan for You.

Movies for Jakob Skrzypa...

Your Money's No Good Here
Title: Your Money's No Good Here
Character: Server #2
Released: August 3, 2023
Type: Movie
A common phrase's misinterpretation propels one man's life into a dark, downward spiral. "Your Money's No Good Here" blends comedy with surrealist nightmare; a Tim Robinson sketch by way of David Lynch that examines the influence of language and the delicate nature of the male ego.
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#Shakespeare's Shitstorm
Title: #Shakespeare's Shitstorm
Character: AvonBard Executive
Released: August 20, 2020
Type: Movie
Mad scientist Prospero runs away with his blind daughter Miranda to Tromaville, hiding from evil pharmaceutical execs, including his own sister Antoinette who ruined his career after he found the cure against opioid addiction. With the help of a handicapped crack-whore, he releases a massive amount of laxative to whales, while his enemies are on a cruise ship to North Korea. A humongous shitstorm washes the boat away and brings them to Tromaville, where Prospero can now fully realize his ultimate vengeance.
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Title: Nathan For You
Character: Office Worker
Released: February 28, 2013
Type: TV
Self-proclaimed business expert, writer, director and comedian Nathan Fielder helps real small businesses turn a profit with marketing tactics that no ordinary consultant would dare to attempt. From driving foot traffic to an off-the-strip souvenir shop by using Hollywood flair and a Johnny Depp impersonator, to creating a rebate that can only be redeemed by climbing a mountain, to founding a coffee shop called "Dumb Starbucks,” Nathan has always gone to the limit to make his ideas come to life. With his unorthodox approach to problem solving, Nathan’s genuine efforts to do good often draw the real people he encounters into an experience far beyond what they signed up for.
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Vampire Zombies... From Space!
Title: Vampire Zombies... From Space!
Character: Hankey
Released: December 31, 1969
Type: Movie
In 1957, the small town of Marlow is under attack by: see title