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Emily Perkins

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1977-05-04
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Emily Perkins, a well-known Canadian actress, began her television journey at the young age of 12, taking on a variety of supporting roles in TV movies. One of her most notable early performances was portraying the younger version of Beverly Marsh, the lead character in the miniseries adaptation of Stephen King’s horror classic It. In 1990, she landed her first regular series role in the Canadian family comedy Mom P.I., although the show only ran for one season. Around this time, while continuing to make guest appearances on television, Perkins made her film debut in the juvenile delinquency drama Past Perfect, a role that helped further establish her presence in the industry.

A major breakthrough for Emily Perkins came with her starring role in the teen horror film Ginger Snaps, a movie that would go on to become a cult favorite. Her performance was well-received, and she reprised the role in both of the film’s sequels. Over the years, she has also appeared in several Hollywood productions, including Prozac Nation, starring Christina Ricci, the Arctic-set murder mystery Insomnia, the sci-fi thriller Repeaters, and the widely popular comedy Juno.

In addition to her film work, Perkins has remained a consistent figure in Canadian television. For four seasons, she was a regular cast member on the procedural crime drama Da Vinci’s Inquest. Then, in 2010, she took on what would become one of her most recognizable roles to date — playing the quirky secretary Crystal Braywood on the sitcom Hiccups. The show was created by and starred Brent Butt, who is famously known for his beloved series Corner Gas. Through her diverse range of roles, Emily Perkins has continued to build a respected and enduring career in both film and television.

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Emily Perkins is perhaps best known for her role in Pennywise: The Story of IT, which, as of 2021, stands out as the highest-rated movie in her filmography. On the flip side, one of her earlier performances was in Extraterrestrial back in 2014, a film that, in comparison, received notably lower reviews. While her career has seen a variety of projects, these two films tend to represent the extremes in terms of critical reception. Emily Perkins has certainly shown growth over the years, and fans continue to follow her journey in the entertainment industry.

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