Marc-André Grondin

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Characters played by Marc-André Grondin

Julius — April and the Extraordinary World (2015)

A petty criminal initially hired by Inspector Pizoni to track April. He switches the serum with water, shoots the rogue lizard Rodrigue to save humanity, and ultimately becomes April's partner as technology advances.

Daniel — After the Ball (2015)

Shoe designer and Kate's love interest. He encourages her during her low point, discovers her secret identity when she is disguised as Nate, and collaborates with her to expose the corporate conspiracy, ultimately reuniting with her as a successful designer.

Xavier Laflamme — Goon (2012)

A highly skilled but traumatized hockey prospect who struggles with fear of getting hit after a past concussion. Demoted to the minors, he plays for the Halifax Highlanders where he initially clashes with enforcer Doug Glatt but eventually reconciles, trusting him to protect him on the ice and delivering a crucial hat trick.

Régis Debray — Che: Part Two (2008)

French Marxist intellectual joining Che's guerrilla movement.

Bonin — Ravenous (2017)

A resilient survivor and de facto leader who navigates the zombie outbreak, initially patrolling with a friend, later protecting a young girl and other survivors, ultimately sacrificing himself to ensure Zoé's escape.

Zachary Beaulieu — C.R.A.Z.Y. (2005)

The protagonist, born on Christmas in 1960. He struggles with his attraction to men, his relationship with his father, and his attempts to live according to others' expectations. After coming out, he travels to Jerusalem, survives a crisis in the desert, and eventually returns home.

Raphaël — The First Day of the Rest of Your Life (2008)

A member of the younger generation who is connected to Fleur’s romantic storyline through his friendship with Éric.

Xavier LaFlamme — Goon: Last of the Enforcers (2017)

Rival enforcer who becomes Doug's close friend

Yannick Bérubé — 5150 Elm's Way (2009)

Yannick is a young cyclist who seeks help at the Beaulieu residence after falling from his bike, only to become a prisoner after discovering Jacques Beaulieu's hostage. He repeatedly attempts to escape and later accepts a chess challenge as his path to freedom, ultimately becoming obsessed with defeating Jacques.

Ellias Barnès — The Successor (2023)

A Canadian man leading a major Paris fashion house, Ellias is preparing to launch his first collection when news of his estranged father’s death takes him to Quebec. He tries to keep the visit brief and avoid confronting their separation, but funeral preparations and a disturbing discovery at the family home force him to face his past and grief.

Gwynplaine — The Man Who Laughs (2012)

Gwynplaine is the abandoned boy whose mouth has been mutilated into a perpetual grin. Raised by Ursus alongside the blind Déa, he grows up loving her and becomes the star of their travelling show. His growing fame gives him access to high society and the secret of his origins, but this success separates him from Déa and Ursus.

Vincent "Vince" Gamache — Mafia Inc. (2020)

Vince is a reckless, rash member of the Gamache family, whose generations of tailoring work have served the Paternò family. He chooses to work with the Paternòs, impresses Frank with an independently planned operation, and is promoted. Giaco discovers Vince committed a monstrous act behind his back, helping trigger the family’s rejection of Vince and the ensuing war.

Career Overview

Marc-André Grondin has 40 screen credits in a career dating back to 1991. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Goon Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Hot Ones Québec, After the Ball, Goon. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
40
Birth Date
1984-03-11
Birth Place
Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1529138), public domain (CC0).