Andrea Bang

Andrea Bang made her critically acclaimed film debut in 2015, starring as Francesca in the short film Playdate, a role which earned her the Best Actress (Summer Award) at the Asians on Film Festival. This early success set the stage for her breakthrough in 2016 when she secured the main role of Janet Kim in the CBC comedy series Kim’s Convenience. Over five seasons, until 2021, Bang captivated audiences with her performance, leading to multiple Canadian Screen Award nominations for Best Actress in a Continuing Leading Comedic Role in 2017, 2018, and 2022. Demonstrating her versatile talent, Bang also began her writing career by penning Playdate in 2015.

Bang continued to build a robust portfolio in both television and film following her tenure on Kim’s Convenience. From 2021 to 2023, she portrayed Claudia across 13 episodes of the critically acclaimed drama A Million Little Things. Her recent film appearances include Penny in the 2022 thriller Fresh, Grace in the romantic drama Stay the Night (2022), Evelyn in the horror film Dear David (2023), and Waverly in Float (2023), showcasing her range across various genres. Looking ahead, Andrea Bang is poised for continued success with several anticipated projects.

She will serve as an executive producer for the upcoming film Surrender, slated for release in 2025. Additionally, Bang is set to star as Linda in the 2025 feature The Dressing Room, and will take on the role of Mula in the forthcoming film The Chinatown Diner. These projects underscore her sustained commitment to both comedic and dramatic storytelling.