Actor

Joy Coghill

May 13, 1926 · Findlater, Saskatchewan, Canada

Joy Coghill was a revered Canadian actress, director, and playwright, made significant contributions to theatre and television. She co-founded the Vancouver Playhouse Acting School, leaving an indelible mark on Canadian theatre. Her versatile career spanned stage, television, and film, showcasing her talent and commitment to nurturing young artists. Her legacy as a multifaceted artist and advocate for the arts continues to inspire generations. She passed away in 2017, leaving behind a profound impact on the Canadian cultural landscape.

Notable work

8.4
The X-Files (1993)
as Linda Thibedeaux
8.3
Stargate SG-1 (1997)
as Saroosh / Selmak
6.6
Double Jeopardy (1999)
as Neighbor in Garden
6.4
Shivers (1975)
as Mona Wheatley
7.6
Airwolf (1984)
as Reverend Mother
7.6
Sliders (1995)
as Mrs. Ezra Tweak

Often works with

Bill Dow
3 titles together
The X-Files, Stargate SG-1, Andre
Don S. Davis
3 titles together
Stargate SG-1, Omen IV: The Awakening, Miracle on Interstate 880
Gary Jones
3 titles together
Stargate SG-1, Sliders, Andre
Jay Brazeau
3 titles together
Double Jeopardy, Andre, Viper
Duncan Fraser
3 titles together
Omen IV: The Awakening, Andre, Snowbound: The Jim and Jennifer Stolpa Story
Kavan Smith
3 titles together
The Outer Limits, Living with the Dead, The Other Mother: A Moment of Truth Movie

Full filmography · 23

Betrayed
as Mabel Stewart
2003
Living with the Dead
as Mrs. Ziff
20025.5
The Christmas Secret
as Old woman
2000
Double Jeopardy
as Neighbor in Garden
19996.6
Color Me Perfect
as Jennifer
1996
The Other Mother: A Moment of Truth Movie
as Sister Vincent
1995
Andre
as Betsy
19945.4
Snowbound: The Jim and Jennifer Stolpa Story
as Dr. Jorgenson
1994
Miracle on Interstate 880
as Sister Mary
1993
My Son Johnny
as Anna Cortino
1991
Omen IV: The Awakening
as Sister Francesca
19915
Christmas Comes to Willow Creek
as Charlotte
1987