William Nicholas Bryk is a Canadian actor and filmmaker recognized for his emerging voice in both independent film and collaborative storytelling. Born on October 31, 1999, he is the son of actor Greg Bryk, and has followed in his father’s footsteps while carving out his own creative path. Bryk is perhaps best known as the co-director—alongside close friend Finn Wolfhard—of the 2023 horror-comedy Hell of a Summer, a film that showcased his offbeat humor and genre-savvy sensibility.

Bryk began his career with acting roles in projects such as Night Shifts, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and When You Finish Saving the World, the latter two also featuring Wolfhard. His television credits include a recurring role as Billy Clanton in the supernatural western series Wynonna Earp, further establishing his versatility and comfort in genre fare. His older brother, Dempsey Bryk, is also an actor, making performance something of a family tradition.

Bryk’s creative partnership with Wolfhard has become a defining aspect of his career. The pair first bonded over a shared appreciation for the comedy web series Jake and Amir in Toronto’s Kensington Market, but reconnected more than a year later on the set of Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Their friendship has since blossomed into a productive artistic collaboration, including joint efforts on Night Shifts, When You Finish Saving the World, and their film directorial debut, as well as co-hosting the Lackluster Video podcast for Headgum. Bryk continues to be a rising talent in both front-of-camera and behind-the-scenes roles, known for his wit, charm, and collaborative spirit.

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