Kaniehtiio Horn, a prominent Mohawk actress, producer, and podcaster hailing from Kahnawake near Montreal, has garnered acclaim for her versatile roles across film and television. Recently, she captivated audiences starring alongside Anna Kendrick and Wunmi Mosaku in the Lionsgate feature, “Alice Darling,” which premiered to glowing reviews at TIFF. Notably, Kaniehtiio portrayed the formidable antagonist in Season 2 of the Peacock series “Rutherford Falls,” sharing the screen with Ed Helms, and made a memorable appearance as Deer Lady on FX’s “Reservation Dogs.”
Her career highlights include leading roles in the Fox 21/Nat Geo series “Barkskins,” opposite David Thewlis, and as a fan favorite in the Hulu comedy “Letterkenny,” for which she received the Canadian Screen Award for “Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Supporting Role in a Comedy Series.” Kaniehtiio’s talent extends across genres, from her acclaimed role in the action/thriller “Mohawk,” directed by Ted Geoghegan, to appearances in Amazon’s “Man in the High Castle” and Netflix’s “Hemlock Grove.” Her versatility shines through even in guest roles, such as portraying “Dorothy Gale” in a memorable episode of “Supernatural.”
Beyond acting, Kaniehtiio is also a filmmaker, having written, directed, and starred in the award-winning short film “The Shack.” Her influence extends behind the scenes as a Consulting Producer on “Shoresy,” the spinoff of “Letterkenny,” and soon, she will lend her voice to the Fox animated series “Grimsburg,” opposite Jon Hamm.
With a Gemini Award nomination for her role in “Moccasin Flats: Redemption” and a string of impactful performances in films like “The Trotsky” and “Leslie, My Name Is Evil,” Kaniehtiio Horn continues to leave an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.