Suranne Jones
Biography
Suranne Jones is an English actress and producer. Born on August 27, 1978, in Chadderton, Greater Manchester, England, she rose to prominence playing Karen McDonald on ITV's Coronation Street between 2000 and 2004. Jones has appeared in various television dramas, including Vincent, Strictly Confidential, Harley Street, and Unforgiven. She starred as Detective Rachel Bailey in the police procedural Scott & Bailey from 2011 to 2016. Jones has also had notable roles in Single Father, Five Days, A Touch of Cloth, and The Crimson Field. With a career spanning over two decades, Jones has established herself as a talented and versatile actress in the British television industry.
Career overview
Suranne Jones is an English actress and producer known for her collaborations with screenwriter Sally Wainwright. She initially gained prominence playing Karen McDonald on ITV's Coronation Street between 2000 and 2004. Following her departure from the show, Jones continued her television career in various drama series, including Vincent, Strictly Confidential, Harley Street, and Unforgiven.
Jones' subsequent roles further increased her recognition, particularly as Detective Rachel Bailey in the police procedural Scott & Bailey, which she played from 2011 to 2016. She also appeared in notable headline roles in Single Father, Five Days, A Touch of Cloth, and The Crimson Field. Jones' extensive television credits demonstrate her versatility as an actress, showcasing her ability to excel in a range of dramatic roles.
Throughout her career, Jones has accumulated a significant number of acting credits, with a total of 51 known credits to her name. Born on August 27, 1978, in Chadderton, Greater Manchester, England, Jones has established herself as a talented and accomplished actress in the British television industry.
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Full Filmography
58 titles- Hostage (2025) as Abigail Dalton
- Hostage (2025) Executive Producer
- Film Club (2025) as Suz
- Frauds (2025) as Roberta 'Bert' Mancini
- Frauds (2025) Executive Producer
- Frauds (2025) Creator
- Suranne Jones: Investigating Witch Trials (2024) as Self - Presenter and Narrator
- Bluey Book Reads (2024) as Reader
- Maryland (2023) as Becca
- Maryland (2023) Creator
- Christmas Carole (2022) as Carole Mackay
- Christmas Carole (2022) Executive Producer
- Vigil (2021) as DCI Amy Silva
- Gentleman Jack (2019) as Anne Lister
- RuPaul's Drag Race UK (2019) as Self - Guest Judge
- I Am... (2019) as Victoria
- I Am... (2019) Writer
- Children In Need 2019: Got It Covered (2019) as Self
- Save Me (2018) as Claire McGory
- Grace and Goliath (2018) as Claudia
- Gone (2018) as Karen
- Gone (2018) Executive Producer
- Life in the Air (2016) as Self - Narrator (voice)
- Life in the Air (2016) as Herself - Narrator
- Doctor Foster (2015) as Dr Gemma Foster
- A Christmas Star (2015) as Miss Darcy
- The Crimson Field (2014) as Sister Joan Livesey
- Doctor Who Live: The Afterparty (2013) as Self
- Goodbye Granadaland (2013) as Self - Narrator (voice)
- Beautiful Thing (2013) as Sandra
- Lawless (2013) as Lila Pettitt
- Playhouse Presents (2012) as Suranne Jones
- A Touch of Cloth (2012) as DI Anne Oldman / DC Anne Oldman
- The Secret of Crickley Hall (2012) as Eve Caleigh
- Scott & Bailey (2011) as DC/Sgt. Rachel Bailey
- Single Father (2010) as Sarah
- Drama Trails (2010)
- Unforgiven (2009) as Ruth Slater
- Love and a Long Shot (2009) as Sarah
- Harley Street (2008)
- The Graham Norton Show (2007) as Self
- The Alan Titchmarsh Show (2007) as Self
- The Sarah Jane Adventures (2007) as Mona Lisa
- Five Days (2007) as PC Laurie Franklin
- Dead Clever: The Life and Crimes of Julie Bottomley (2007) as Julie Bottomley
- Strictly Confidential (2006)
- Doctor Who (2005) as Idris
- Vincent (2005) as Beth
- The Friday Night Project (2005) as Self
- The Paul O'Grady Show (2004)
- Punch (2004) as Judy
- RI:SE (2002)
- Bo' Selecta! (2002)
- Big Brother's Little Brother (2001) as Self
- GMTV (1993) as Self
- This Morning (1988) as Self
- An Audience with... (1978) as Self
- Coronation Street (1960) as Karen McDonald / Karen Phillips
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Suranne Jones best known for?
Suranne Jones is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Hostage (2025), Hostage (2025), Vigil (2021), Gentleman Jack (2019).
When and where was Suranne Jones born?
Suranne Jones was born on August 27, 1978 in Chadderton, Greater Manchester, England, UK.
How many credits does Suranne Jones have?
Suranne Jones has accumulated over 58 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1960 to 2025.
What is Suranne Jones's background in cinema and television?
Suranne Jones is an English actress and producer. Born on August 27, 1978, in Chadderton, Greater Manchester, England, she rose to prominence playing Karen McDonald on ITV's Coronation Street between 2000 and 2004. Jones has appeared in various television dramas, including Vincent, Strictly Confidential, Harley Street,...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Gentleman Jack (2019) as Anne Lister — aged about 40
- Doctor Who (2005) as Idris — aged about 26
- Vigil (2021) as DCI Amy Silva — aged about 42
- The Graham Norton Show (2007) as Self — aged about 28
- RuPaul's Drag Race UK (2019) as Self - Guest Judge — aged about 40
- The Sarah Jane Adventures (2007) as Mona Lisa — aged about 28
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