Jean Yoon
Biography
Jean Yoon is an American-born Canadian playwright and actress. She was born on May 4, 1962. Yoon is best known for her portrayal of Yong-mi Kim, also referred to as Umma, in the television comedy series Kim's Convenience.
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47 titles- Tuner (2026) as Dr. Madeline Richard
- California Scenario (2026) as Nancy
- Your Friends & Neighbors (2025) as Sandra
- Suits LA (2025) as Judge
- Wylde Pak (2025) as Halmoni (voice)
- Darkest Miriam (2025) as Irene Frenkle
- 18 to 35 (2025) as Harriet
- Code 8 Part II (2024) as Mina
- Mistletoe Murders (2024) as Sue Shin
- Making Scents of Love (2023) as Amy Song
- T-Bone (2023) as Jo
- The Voyeurs (2021) as Dr. Sato
- Transplant (2020) as Lucy Sun-Yu
- Nurses (2020)
- Hudson & Rex (2019) as Paige Truong
- Elliot: The Littlest Reindeer (2018) as Jolene / Reindeer 5 (voice)
- Save Me (2017) as Bella's Mother
- Private Eyes (2016) as Helen Jeong
- Kim's Convenience (2016) as Umma
- Rupture (2016) as Colette
- The Expanse (2015) as Captain Theresa Yao
- Dark Matter (2015) as Dr. Hajek
- Remedy (2014) as Imena Khumalo
- The Husband (2014) as Charlie's Nanny
- Orphan Black (2013) as Janis Beckwith
- Empire of Dirt (2013) as Tess
- Compulsion (2013) as Leslie
- Wedding Palace (2013) as Mi Sook
- The Firm (2012) as Dr. Allison Schneider
- Christmas with Holly (2012) as Ms. Dylan
- Dream House (2011) as New Editor
- Cancel Christmas (2011) as Constance
- Lost Girl (2010) as Commanding Officer
- Rookie Blue (2010) as Principal Atkins
- Warehouse 13 (2009) as Taka
- The Time Traveler's Wife (2009) as Dr. Montague
- Accidental Friendship (2008) as Lila Jones
- Dragon Boys (2007) as Belinda Lok
- Cow Belles (2006) as Corrine
- This Is Wonderland (2004) as June Kim
- ReGenesis (2004) as O.R. Nurse
- Street Time (2002) as Dr. Whitsell
- Ararat (2002) as Third Assistant Director
- The Brady Bunch in the White House (2002) as Dotty Finsterwald
- L'Or (2001) as Liang Marlow
- Animorphs (1998) as Watch Customer(uncredited)
- Saturn Return as Pat
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jean Yoon best known for?
Jean Yoon is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Tuner (2026), Your Friends & Neighbors (2025), Suits LA (2025), Code 8 Part II (2024).
When and where was Jean Yoon born?
Jean Yoon was born on May 4, 1962 in Champaign, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does Jean Yoon have?
Jean Yoon has accumulated over 47 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1998 to 2026.
What is Jean Yoon's background in cinema and television?
Jean Yoon is an American-born Canadian playwright and actress. She was born on May 4, 1962. Yoon is best known for her portrayal of Yong-mi Kim, also referred to as Umma, in the television comedy series Kim's Convenience.