Amanda Schull

Amanda Schull transitioned from a distinguished career as a professional ballet dancer to a prolific actress in film and television, known for her versatile performances across various genres. After securing a lead role as Jody Sawyer in the acclaimed 2000 film Center Stage, Amanda Schull went on to build a prolific acting career in film and television, following a distinguished tenure as a professional ballet dancer. Schull’s commitment to ballet led her to become an apprentice with the San Francisco Ballet in 1999, subsequently advancing to a full-time member of the corps de ballet. Her performance in Center Stage served as a pivotal point, allowing her to bridge both artistic worlds.

This period included her run on The CW’s One Tree Hill from 2009 to 2010, followed by a multi-season arc on ABC Family’s Pretty Little Liars between 2010 and 2013, where she gained significant recognition for her performances. Her television career continued its upward trajectory with a starring role as Dr. Cassandra Railly in the critically acclaimed Syfy series 12 Monkeys, which aired for four seasons from 2015 to 2018. During this time, Schull also took on the recurring role of Katrina Bennett in the USA Network legal drama Suits, first appearing in 2013.

Her impactful portrayal led to her promotion to a series regular for the eighth and ninth seasons in 2018, playing a central role until the series concluded in 2019. Most recently, Amanda Schull continues to expand her robust portfolio with new projects. In 2024, she was cast in a recurring role in the highly anticipated live-action Marvel series Spider-Noir. Schull remains a sought-after talent, recognized for her ability to embody complex characters across a broad spectrum of genres in both film and television.