Shawnee Smith
Biography
Shawnee Smith, also credited as Shawnee Rebecca Smith, is an American actress and musician born on July 3, 1969 in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Over a career spanning several decades, she has amassed 84 credited performances across film and television, establishing herself primarily as a versatile actress. Smith is most widely recognized for portraying Amanda Young in the Saw franchise, a role that has become a defining element of her public profile. Her work reflects a blend of dramatic and genre projects, and she continues to be identified in industry databases for her contributions to acting.
Career overview
Shawnee Smith’s professional résumé lists 84 credited appearances, a body of work that spans both cinematic releases and television series. Identified in industry resources primarily under the acting category, she has built a reputation for delivering performances across a range of genres, demonstrating adaptability within the medium. Her consistent presence in film and TV projects underscores a sustained engagement with the entertainment field. The most prominent entry in Smith’s catalogue is her portrayal of Amanda Young in the Saw franchise. This character has become closely associated with her public identity, positioning her as a recognizable figure within the horror genre. The recurring nature of the role across multiple installments has contributed to the franchise’s cultural footprint and has cemented Smith’s status as a key participant in that series. In addition to her acting pursuits, Smith is also noted as a musician, indicating involvement in musical endeavors alongside her screen work. While specific musical projects are not detailed in the available data, the dual designation reflects a broader artistic inclination. Collectively, her acting credits, signature horror role, and musical identification present a multifaceted portrait of an artist active in contemporary American entertainment.
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- The Other (2025) as Lizzie
- Bloodline Killer (2024) as Moira Cole
- Bloodline Killer (2024) Producer
- CURED (2024) as The Counselor
- CURED (2024) Producer
- Saw X (2023) as Amanda Young
- City on Fire (2023) as Ramona
- Christmas vs The Walters (2021) as Diane Walters
- Christmas vs The Walters (2021) Producer
- Day 23 of Quarantine (2020) as Mom
- Believe (2016) as Dr. Nancy Wells
- Savannah Sunrise (2016) as Joy Miles
- Game Changer: The Legacy of Saw (2015) as Self
- Game Changer: The Legacy of Saw (2015) Thanks
- Grace Unplugged (2013) as Michelle Trey
- Jayne Mansfield's Car (2013) as Vicky Caldwell
- Anger Management (2012) as Jennifer Goodson
- Halloween Wars (2011) as Self - Guest Judge
- FEARnet's Movies with More Brains (2011) as Self
- Law & Order: LA (2010) as Trudy Sennett
- Kill Speed (2010) as Honey (uncredited)
- Saw VI (2009) as Amanda Young
- The Grudge 3 (2009) as Dr. Sullivan
- Tattoos: A Scarred History (2009) as Self
- The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008) as Carrie
- Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008) Thanks
- 30 Days of Night: Dust to Dust (2008) as Gina Harcourt
- 30 Days of Night: Dust to Dust (2008) Executive Producer
- Scream Queens (2008) as Self - Host
- Saw IV (2007) as Amanda Young
- 30 Even Scarier Movie Moments (2007) as Self
- Secrets of an Undercover Wife (2007) as Lisa
- Making of Saw III (2007) as Self
- Saw III (2006) as Amanda Young
- Repo! The Genetic Opera (2006)
- The Scott Tibbs Documentary (2006) as Amanda Young
- Saw II (2005) as Amanda Young
- The Island (2005) as Suzie
- Full Disclosure Report (2005) as Amanda Young
- Saw (2004) as Amanda Young
- The Almost Guys (2004) as Bigger
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Guest
- Kim Possible (2002) as Vivian (voice)
- Never Get Outta The Boat (2002) as Dawn
- A Slipping Down Life (1999) as Faye-Jean Lindsay
- Breakfast of Champions (1999) as Bonnie MacMahon
- Karen Black: Actress at Work (1999)
- Hollywood Squares (1998) as Self - Panelist
- Becker (1998) as Linda
- Armageddon (1998) as Redhead
- The Party Crashers (1998) as Carolyn
- Carnival of Souls (1998) as Sandra Grant
- Twice Upon a Time (1998) as Maggie Fowler
- Every Dog Has Its Day (1998) as Red Head
- The Shining (1997) as Waitress
- Dogtown (1997) as Tammy Hayes
- Men (1997) as Clara
- Dead Men Can't Dance (1997) as Cooper
- The Tom Show (1997) as Florence Madison
- Eat Your Heart Out (1997) as Nicole
- Players (1997) as Lila
- Arsenio (1997) as Laura Lauman
- Something Borrowed, Something Blue (1997) as Teri
- Bombshell (1997) as Shelly
- Female Perversions (1996) as Make-Up Salesgirl
- Face of Evil (1996) as Jeanelle Polk
- Leaving Las Vegas (1995) as Biker Girl
- The Low Life (1995) as 'Little Tramp' Woman
- The Stand (1994) as Julie Lawry
- The Stand (1994) as Julie Lawry (credit only)
- The X-Files (1993) as Jessie O'Neil
- Lucky Chances (1990) as Olympia Stanislopolous
- Desperate Hours (1990) as May Cornell
- Who's Harry Crumb? (1989) as Nikki Downing
- Brand New Life (1989) as Amanda Gibbons
- The Blob (1988) as Meg Penny
- I Saw What You Did (1988) as Kim Fielding
- Bluegrass (1988) as Alice Gibbs
- Summer School (1987) as Rhonda Altobello
- Iron Eagle (1986) as Joenie
- All Is Forgiven (1986) as Sonia Russell
- Easy Prey (1986) as Tina Marie Risico
- Not My Kid (1985) as Carol
- Crime of Innocence (1985) as Jodi Hayward
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Jill Cleveland
- It's Your Move (1984) as Brenda
- Cagney & Lacey (1982) as Mrs. Zal’s Daughter
- Silver Spoons (1982) as Tawny
- Annie (1982) as Dancer
- Slay