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Patrice Robitaille

Patrice Robitaille is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, and occasional director from Quebec.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Patrice Robitaille is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, and occasional director from Quebec. He is best known for co-writing the film Québec-Montréal (2002) and for acting in film and television roles such as Les Beaux Malaises and C’est comme ça que je t’aime.

Career

Robitaille began his screen career in Quebec and became widely known after the release of Québec-Montréal in 2002. He subsequently appeared in numerous film and television productions, building a career across both acting and screenwriting.

Québec-Montréal

Québec-Montréal is the project most closely associated with Robitaille’s breakthrough. He co-wrote the screenplay with Jean-Philippe Pearson and Ricardo Trogi, and the film earned major writing recognition while also bringing him acting recognition.

Acting roles

Robitaille’s roles include work in both feature films and television series, including Les Beaux Malaises, Les Invincibles, and C’est comme ça que je t’aime. Sources describe him as a versatile performer with a wide range of characters.

Recognition

Robitaille has received important Quebec and Canadian film award attention for his writing and acting. Reported honours include a Jutra Award win for Best Screenplay for Québec-Montréal at the 5th Jutra Awards in 2003, as well as Genie Award and Jutra Award nominations for his work on Québec-Montréal and La petite reine (The Little Queen).

Key facts

  • Born in 1974 in Québec City, Quebec, Canada.
  • Co-wrote Québec-Montréal with Jean-Philippe Pearson and Ricardo Trogi.
  • Won the Jutra Award for Best Screenplay for Québec-Montréal in 2003.
  • Received Genie Award and Jutra Award nominations for his work on Québec-Montréal and La petite reine.
  • Screen credits include Cheech, Les beaux malaises, Les Invincibles, and C’est comme ça que je t’aime.
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Canadian context

Patrice Robitaille is a Quebec-based Canadian performer whose career is closely tied to Quebec cinema and television, making him relevant to Canadian French-language screen culture.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Patrice Robitaille?
Patrice Robitaille is a Canadian actor and screenwriter from Quebec, known for his work in film and television.
What is Patrice Robitaille best known for?
He is best known for co-writing Québec-Montréal (2002) and for acting in Quebec film and television productions.
Where was Patrice Robitaille born?
He was born in Québec City, Quebec, Canada.
What awards has he won?
He won the Jutra Award for Best Screenplay for Québec-Montréal in 2003.
What are some of his notable screen roles?
Notable credits listed in sources include Cheech, Les beaux malaises, Les Invincibles, and C’est comme ça que je t’aime.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrice_Robitaille
    Supports: Birth year; Canadian actor and screenwriter; co-writing Québec-Montréal; Jutra and Genie nominations.
  2. Wikipedia (French)https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrice_Robitaille
    Supports: Birth place; nationality; professions; notable films and series; breakthrough with Québec-Montréal.
  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1167277/
    Supports: Born in 1974 in Québec City; actor and writer; known for Québec-Montréal, Cheech, and Les beaux malaises.
  4. TV Guidehttps://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/patrice-robitaille/credits/3030644100/
    Supports: Filmography and credits including actor and writer roles.
  5. Noovo Moihttps://www.noovomoi.ca/en-vedette/roles-marquants-carriere-patrice-robitaille.html
    Supports: Born in Quebec City in 1974; Conservatoire training; notable film and television roles.
  6. Journal de Montréalhttps://www.journaldemontreal.com/2023/07/08/patrice-robitaille-celebre-25ans-de-carriere-jai-ete-choye
    Supports: 25 years of career; Conservatoire graduation in 1998; career context.