Jenna Kanell

Jenna Kanell

34 · Born: Nov 12, 1991

Personal Details

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BornNov 12, 1991 Brookline, Massachusetts, USA

Biography

Jenna Kanell, a multifaceted action actor, has showcased her impressive skills by performing a wide range of stunts, including riding motorcycles, stunt driving cars, flying through the air in harnesses, navigating underwater, dangling from a helicopter, wielding weapons, and participating in numerous intense fight scenes.

Notably, Jenna has also ventured into the realm of public speaking, delivering a compelling TEDx Talk that shares her personal experience of stepping behind the camera for the first time, a journey she undertook alongside her neurodivergent brother.

Throughout her career, Jenna has demonstrated her versatility by taking on various roles, including writing, assistant directing, and producing feature films, as well as directing and editing fundraising videos. Her impressive portfolio also includes writing and directing numerous award-winning short films that have garnered international recognition through their festival runs.

In addition to her many accomplishments, Jenna has also demonstrated her playful side by teaching her cat, yes you read that correctly, to give a high five.

Career

2025
Red One
Red One as Krampus Guest
2023
Renfield
Renfield as Carol
Night of the Missing
Night of the Missing as Lila Cameron (segment "Miniature")
The Buildout
The Buildout as Cameron
2022
Terrifier 2
Terrifier 2 as Tara Heyes
2019
Hot Date
Hot Date as Erin
The Front Runner
The Front Runner as Ginny Terzano
2016
Misfortune
Misfortune as Sloan
Terrifier
Terrifier as Tara Heyes
2013
Blood Type: Unknown
Blood Type: Unknown as Caitlyn Landale
2012
2011
2023
2025
Spray Bottle
Spray Bottle as Director, Writer