Karen Robinson
Known for Acting · 102 credits
- Born
- 1968-02-28 (age 58)
- Place of birth
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Also known as
- کارن رابینسون
Biography
Karen Robinson is a versatile, award-winning Canadian actor renowned for her stage and screen presence. With notable appearances at Stratford and Alberta Theatre Projects, she's earned accolades including a Dora Award for Andrew Moodie's Riot and nominations at prestigious festivals. Her diverse roles span from playing Dennis Rodman's mother in Bad As I Wanna Be to portraying Ronnie Lee in the acclaimed series Schitt’s Creek. Robinson currently stars as Unit Commander Edwina Shanks in the series Pretty Hard Cases, showcasing her dynamic range and talent across various roles.
Known For
TV Shows (46)
The Good Doctor
2017
as Judge J. Kileen
The Handmaid's Tale
2017
as Nurse Tania
Star Trek: Discovery
2017
as Trill Leader Pav
Schitt's Creek
2015
as Ronnie Lee
The Guardian
2001
as Receptionist
Titans
2018
as Margarita Vee
Tamron Hall
2019
as Self - Guest
Missing
2003
as Elena Spencer
Private Eyes
2016
as Councillor Samantha Bowman
A Million Little Things
2018
as Florence Davis
Psi Factor: Chronicles of the Paranormal
1996
as Crystal
Goosebumps
1995
as Detective Reddick
Brilliant Minds
2024
as Betsy Chase
Saving Hope
2012
as Nadia Hope
Cross
2024
as Miss Nancy
Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent
2024
as Insp. Vivienne Holness
Watson
2025
as Brenda the Battle Axe
Doc
2001
as Mrs. Morton
Frankie Drake Mysteries
2017
as Mildred Clarke
The Wonderful World of Disney
1997
as Dr. Ericson / Sally
Kevin Hill
2004
as Aunt Kathy
Salvation
2017
as Evelyn Cole
Pretty Hard Cases
2021
as Edwina Shanks
Carter
2018
as Belle Harthan
Mary Kills People
2017
as Betty Lisko
Soul Food
2000
as Judge Bolan
The Famous Jett Jackson
1998
as Sylvia Sharp
Blue Murder
2001
as Dr. Simmonds / Isola
Tracker
2001
as Mrs. Baylor
The Border
2008
as Dr. DeFilipo
King
2011
as Ingrid Evans
Tiny Pretty Things
2020
as Makayla Stroyer
Echoes
2022
as Louise Floss
Real Detective
2016
as Mozelle Robey
Pinecone & Pony
2022
as Magnolia (voice)
The Calling
2022
as Capt. Helen Davies
The Line
2009
as Carlos' Mother
LOL: Last One Laughing Canada
2022
as Self - Actress
H2O
2004
as Willy
Working the Engels
2014
as Angelina
In Contempt
2018
as Loretta
Shoot the Messenger
2016
as Hani Suleman
The Lottery
2014
as Judge #3
Forgive Me
2013
as Gladdy
The Plateaus
2015
as Senior Nun
Canadian Reflections
1978
as Beth
Movies (56)
Killshot
2008
as 2nd FBI Agent
Narc
2002
as Liz Detmer
Lars and the Real Girl
2007
as Cindy
Trigger Point
2021
as Quinton
Owning Mahowny
2003
as Cage Woman
Against the Ropes
2004
as Kimberly (Insurance)
Rude
1995
as Rude Caller
The Wall
1998
as Liz (segment "The Badge")
Best Wishes, Warmest Regards: A Schitt's Creek Farewell
2020
as Self
Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble
2020
as Self
Booty Call
1997
as Admitting Nurse
Student Seduction
2003
as Lorraine Boyle
My Fake Boyfriend
2022
as Lucille
Morning Show Mysteries: Countdown to Murder
2019
as Aunt Cassandra
Mayday
2005
as Marlene Cobb
Santa Who?
2000
as Dr. Ericson
The Garbage Picking Field Goal Kicking Philadelphia Phenomenon
1998
as Sally
Bad As I Wanna Be: The Dennis Rodman Story
1998
Final Jeopardy
2001
as Laura Wilkie
Goosebumps: Say Cheese and Die
1996
as Det. Reddick
Morning Show Mysteries: Murder on the Menu
2018
as Cassandra
Morning Show Mysteries: Mortal Mishaps
2018
as Cassandra
The Defenders: Payback
1997
as Mrs. Clarkson
Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder in Mind
2019
as Cassandra
Love, Sex, and Eating the Bones
2003
as Heather Taylor
Morning Show Mysteries: Death by Design
2019
as Cassandra
Who Killed Atlanta's Children?
2000
as Lois Evans
Jenifer
2001
as Lorna
Freak City
1999
as Nurse Jan
All-American Girl: The Mary Kay Letourneau Story
2000
as Karen
Corner Gas: The Movie
2014
as Powerco Debbie
One Tough Cop
1998
as Sherene
Shadow Zone: My Teacher Ate My Homework
1997
as Miss Macro
We the Jury
1996
as Evelyn Harris
Martha Behind Bars
2005
as Jackie
Snow
2004
as Isabel
Holidaze
2014
as Mrs. Reynolds
Morning Show Mysteries: Murder Ever After
2021
as Cassandra
Color of Justice
1997
as New Jersey Assistant D.A
My Louisiana Sky
2001
as Magnolia
Jasper, Texas
2003
as Mary Horn
Gilda Radner: It's Always Something
2002
as Dr. J. Evans
Accidental Friendship
2008
Locked in Silence
1999
as Psychologist
Stalked
1994
as Evelyn
Cradle of Lies
2006
as Bank Teller
Mr. and Mrs. Loving
1996
as Norma
The Perfect Son
2000
as Dr. Palmer
Two Against Time
2002
as Connie Matthews
Learning to Love Again
2020
as Mrs. Yarrow
Recipe for Murder
2002
as D.A. Lowrey
They Call Me Sirr
2001
as Aunt Jackie
The Gospel According to the Blues
2010
as Cherlene
Keep the Faith, Baby
2002
as Hattie Dodson
Pigs
2020
as Beth
Ghett'a Life
2011
as Dawn
About Karen Robinson
Karen Robinson is a versatile, award-winning Canadian actor renowned for her stage and screen presence. With notable appearances at Stratford and Alberta Theatre Projects, she's earned accolades including a Dora Award for Andrew Moodie's Riot and nominations at prestigious festivals. Her diverse roles span from playing Dennis Rodman's mother in Bad As I Wanna Be to portraying Ronnie Lee in the acclaimed series Schitt’s Creek. Robinson currently stars as Unit Commander Edwina Shanks in the series Pretty Hard Cases, showcasing her dynamic range… With 102 credits spanning from 1978 to 2025, Karen Robinson has appeared in 56 films and 46 TV shows.
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Most Popular Karen Robinson Movies
- Killshot (2008) — as 2nd FBI Agent
- Narc (2002) — as Liz Detmer
- Lars and the Real Girl (2007) — as Cindy
- Trigger Point (2021) — as Quinton
- Owning Mahowny (2003) — as Cage Woman
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