KAREN ROBINSON
Karen Robinson
Gender: Female
Known for: Acting
Birthday: February 28, 1968
Place of Birth: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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.
Filmography
Starring
2025·
WatsonBrenda the Battle Axe
2024·
Brilliant MindsBetsy Chase
2024·
CrossMiss Nancy
Insp. Vivienne Holness
Self
2022·
EchoesLouise Floss
2022·
The CallingCapt. Helen Davies
2022·
Pinecone & PonyMagnolia (voice)
2022·
My Fake BoyfriendLucille
2021·
Pretty Hard CasesSuperintendent Edwina Shanks, Unit Commander Edwina Shanks
Cassandra
2021·
Trigger PointQuinton
2020·
Tiny Pretty ThingsMakayla Stroyer
Self
Mrs. Yarrow
2019·
Tamron HallSelf - Guest
Cassandra
Aunt Cassandra
Cassandra
2018·
CarterBelle Harthan
Florence Davis
2018·
In ContemptLoretta
2018·
TitansMargarita Vee
Cassandra
Cassandra
2017·
Star Trek: DiscoveryTrill Leader Pav
2017·
Mary Kills PeopleBetty Lisko
2017·
SalvationEvelyn Cole
2017·
The Handmaid's TaleNurse Tania
Mildred Clarke
2017·
The Good DoctorJudge J. Kileen
2016·
Private EyesCouncillor Samantha Bowman
2016·
Shoot the MessengerHani Suleman
2016·
Real DetectiveMozelle Robey
2015·
The PlateausSenior Nun
2015·
Schitt's CreekRonnie Lee
2014·
The LotteryJudge #3
2014·
Working the EngelsAngelina
Powerco Debbie
2014·
HolidazeMrs. Reynolds
2013·
Forgive MeGladdy
2012·
Saving HopeNadia Hope
2011·
KingIngrid Evans
2011·
Ghett'a LifeDawn
Cherlene
2009·
The LineCarlos' Mother
2008·
The BorderDr. DeFilipo
2008·
Killshot2nd FBI Agent
Det. Reddick
Cindy
2006·
Cradle of LiesBank Teller
2005·
Martha Behind BarsJackie
2005·
MaydayMarlene Cobb
2004·
H2OWilly
2004·
Kevin HillAunt Kathy
2004·
SnowIsabel
2004·
Against the RopesKimberly (Insurance)
2003·
MissingElena Spencer
2003·
Student SeductionLorraine Boyle
2003·
Jasper, TexasMary Horn
2003·
Owning MahownyCage Woman
Heather Taylor
2002·
NarcLiz Detmer
2002·
Recipe for MurderD.A. Lowrey
2002·
Keep the Faith, BabyHattie Dodson
Dr. J. Evans
2002·
Two Against TimeConnie Matthews
2001·
DocMrs. Morton
2001·
TrackerMrs. Baylor
2001·
Blue MurderIsola, Dr. Simmonds
2001·
The GuardianReceptionist
2001·
Final JeopardyLaura Wilkie
2001·
JeniferLorna
2001·
They Call Me SirrAunt Jackie
2001·
My Louisiana SkyMagnolia
2000·
Soul FoodJudge Bolan
Lois Evans
2000·
The Perfect SonDr. Palmer
1999·
Freak CityNurse Jan
1999·
Locked in SilencePsychologist
Sylvia Sharp
1998·
The WallLiz (segment "The Badge")
1998·
One Tough CopSherene
Dr. Ericson, Sally
Mrs. Clarkson
1997·
Color of JusticeNew Jersey Assistant D.A
1997·
Booty CallAdmitting Nurse
Miss Macro
Crystal
1996·
Mr. and Mrs. LovingNorma
1996·
We the JuryEvelyn Harris
1995·
GoosebumpsDetective Reddick
1995·
RudeRude Caller
1994·
StalkedEvelyn
1978·
Canadian ReflectionsBeth