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Susan Bain

Acting 24 credits

Biography

Susan Bain is a seasoned stage and screen actor. Her body of experience represents professionalism that balances creative dedication to the process. Her commitment is centered on strong performance that reflects the director's vision.

From the light-hearted, caring character in Hallmark’s Swept Up by Christmas to darker qualities opposite Anna Paquin in Bellevue, and Jake Gyllenhaal in Source Code, Susan Bain brings considerable talent and depth to her work. Equally at ease with comedic and dramatic roles, or dramatic parts tinged with humour, Susan always provides a layered performance.

The spectrum of her television and feature work in Canadian and international productions is both insightful and playful. Nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in Mob (Centaur Theatre) is a nod to Susan’s level of personal engagement both with her role of Louise and her deep dedication to the ensemble.

Susan is experienced in studio voice work and gaming. Recently her work as a director and acting teacher garnered a faithful following.

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Known for

The X-Files

as County Coroner

The X-Files

as Agent Sarah Sheherlis
Film

Source Code

as Nurse

Full filmography

  • The X-Files (1993) as County Coroner
  • The X-Files (1993) as Agent Sarah Sheherlis
  • The Dead Zone (2002) as Mrs. Davis
  • The Sentinel (1996) as Vera
  • Blood & Treasure (2019) as Mrs. Farley
  • Source Code (2011) as Nurse
  • 40 Days and 40 Nights (2002) as Ms. Willow
  • Real Detective (2016)
  • Big Bully (1996) as David's Mother
  • Dead Like Me: Life After Death (2009) as Recovery Nurse
  • Good Boy! (2003) as House Bidder
  • Black River (2001) as Frannie Fineman
  • Look Again (2011) as Susan
  • Dreams in the Witch House (2005) as Psychologist
  • Malarek (1988)
  • High Stakes (1997) as Dr. Thornton
  • Sole Survivor (2000) as Clarise Vadance
  • Jesus of Montreal (1989)
  • Swept Up by Christmas (2020) as Doris
  • The High Cost of Living (2011) as Nurse 2
  • Secrets of the Summer House (2008) as Celia Calvert
  • Early Release (2017) as Vice Principal Gillespie
  • The Heart Department (2001) as Nurse #5
  • Desolation Sound (2005) as Nurse Rachel