Biography
Rising star, Joshua Odjick is of Algonquin-Anishinabe/Cree heritage and hails from the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nations Community. Belonging to the Deer clan, he is recognized in ceremony as 'Nabigabow,' "he who replaces the first."
Odjick has been honored with two Canadian Screen Awards: Best Ensemble Performance for the acclaimed series "Little Bird" (2024) and Best Supporting Actor in the award-winning feature film "Wildhood" (2022), which also earned him a Vancouver Film Critics Circle Award.
His performance in "Wildhood" (directed by Bretten Hannam) was described as "scene-stealing" by Gary M. Kramer of Salon. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and has screened at numerous festivals worldwide.
Odjick is quickly gaining recognition as the new Stephen King "IT boy", with roles in multiple King adaptations, including the upcoming feature, "The Long Walk", directed by Francis Lawrence, known for his work on "I Am Legend" and "The Hunger Games" series ("Catching Fire, Mockingjay - Part 1", and "Mockingjay - Part 2"). Odjick will also appear in the HBO, IT prequel series, "Welcome to Derry", directed by Andy Muschietti, renowned for his work on the hit horror films "IT" (2017) and "IT Chapter Two" (2019).
In 2023, Odjick took on a lead roles in the series "The Swarm," an ecological thriller that explores the delicate interconnectedness between mankind and Earth, produced by Primetime Emmy Award winning producer Frank Doelger (known for "Game of Thrones").
Industry professionals have noted Odjick's rare, deep presence, often dubbing him the "Native Brando."
Having grown up on a reserve with relatives who are survivors of residential and day schools, Odjick brings an authenticity to his work, capturing the love, vulnerability and brokenness of his characters.
Odjick approaches everything from a place of Spirit.
He holds a powerful connection with his creator, his guardians, and the land with all the beautiful creatures who inhabit it. Odjick is grateful for the opportunity to have a platform to tell the stories, teachings, and traditions of his people.
