Hannah Gross

Hannah Gross
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Name:
Hannah Gross
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(34 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Toronto
Height:
5'9 ft ()
Weight:
121 lb (55 kg)
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single
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Biography of Hannah Gross

Hannah Gross is a Canadian actress who gained recognition for her compelling performances in the hit TV series "Mindhunter" and "The Sinner."
Canadian actress Hannah Gross
Canadian actress Hannah Gross

Early Life and Youth

Hannah Gross was born on September 25, 1990, in Toronto. Her mother, Martha Burns, is a Canadian actress known for her work in "Love and Savagery" and "Slings and Arrows," while her father, Paul Gross, is an actor and director famous for "Due South" and "Wilby Wonderful." She has a younger brother named Jack, born in 1994.

In high school, Gross joined the drama club. A turning point came when she landed a role in the school production of "Macbeth," which helped her overcome her natural shyness and stage fright. After that performance, both teachers and classmates could see that Hannah was a natural.
Hannah Gross with her parents and brother
Hannah Gross with her parents and brother
Hannah honed her acting skills at the famous Tisch School of the Arts at New York University, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater and Religious Studies.

Acting Career

Hannah Gross scored her first film roles in the early 2000s through her father, actor and director Paul Gross. She appeared in his comedy "Men with Brooms" and the romantic film "Wilby Wonderful," where Paul played one of the main roles. Her brother Jack was also part of the production.

After graduating from Tisch in 2012, Gross stayed in New York, settling in Manhattan's Chinatown. In the Big Apple, she started working in low-budget indie films, making her debut in Matthew Porterfield's "I Used to Be Darker" (2013). The $42,000 drama follows a young Irish girl (played by Deragh Campbell) who relocates to the U.S. and ends up having to stay with relatives.
Hannah Gross in the film 'I Used to Be Darker'
Hannah Gross in the film 'I Used to Be Darker'
The director had met Hannah Gross and Deragh Campbell at the premiere of his previous film "Patti Hill" in 2010, but lost touch with both actresses. Hannah's professor from the Tisch School recommended her for the role of freshman Abby, whose parents are on the verge of splitting up. It was perfect casting: their performances made the film raw and authentic. Critics praised it, and it won the title of "Best Art Film" at the Berlin Film Festival.
Hannah Gross interview - UNLESS
In 2014, Hannah starred in Charles Poekel's romantic drama "Christmas, Again", which won over audiences. She got the chance to work twice with director Nathan Silver, appearing in his indie films "Uncertain Terms" (2014) and "Stinking Heaven" (2015). In the latter, she reunited with Deragh Campbell, who also served as an actress and screenwriter.
Hannah Gross on the set of 'Christmas, Again'
Hannah Gross on the set of 'Christmas, Again'
In 2017, Gross was seen in Michael Almereyda's American sci-fi film "Marjorie Prime". The story centers on former violinist Marjorie (Lois Smith), who's struggling with memory loss. Unable to let go of her beloved husband, Marjorie gets a hologram that looks like her young husband (Jon Hamm), much to her daughter's (Geena Davis) dismay. Hannah portrayed a young Marjorie in the film.

Hannah's big break came when she caught the eye of Hollywood perfectionist David Fincher. The director, known for discovering talents like Kristen Stewart and Rooney Mara, cast Gross in his new series "Mindhunter".
Mindhunter - Season 1 Scene (Holden and Debbie had a discussion about Social Deviance)
The series, set in the 1970s, delves into the nascent study of criminal psychology at the FBI. The protagonists are FBI agents Holden Ford (Jonathan Groff) and Bill Tench (Holt McCallany), who interview serial killers to solve ongoing crimes. Hannah Gross played Debbie Mitford, Holden's girlfriend.

The first season of "Mindhunter" was named one of the best series of 2017 by publications like Time, The Guardian, The Daily Telegraph, Vanity Fair, Vogue, and The Independent.

In 2017, Gross joined the second season of the crime-mystery series "The Sinner." This season follows a boy suspected of poisoning two adults in a religious community.
Hannah Gross in "The Sinner"
Hannah Gross in "The Sinner"
In fall 2018, Hannah Gross appeared in the unique miniseries "Deadwax." The story follows her character as she becomes involved in a murder investigation centered around a mysterious vinyl record that drives its owners insane.
A still from Deadwax
A still from Deadwax
In 2019, she starred in the Canadian thriller "The Education of Fredrick Fitzell" with Dylan O'Brien and Maika Monroe, as well as the drama "Colewell" alongside "Indiana Jones" star Karen Allen. Hannah also appeared with Tuppence Middleton in the Canadian supernatural film "Disappearance at Clifton Hill," which follows a young woman who returns to her childhood home after her mother's death and begins recalling mysterious moments from her distant past.

She also had a small but significant role in the drama "Joker" with Joaquin Phoenix, playing the main character's young mother.
Hannah Gross in Joker
Hannah Gross in Joker
In 2022, she appeared in two major projects: the biographical film "Tesla," where she played Thomas Edison's second wife, and Viggo Mortensen's directorial debut "Falling," where she took on the role of Gwen.
The Cast of «Tesla»
The Cast of «Tesla»

Hannah Gross's Personal Life

Little is known about Hannah Gross's personal life. The young actress devotes all her time to work, though fans hope such a charming talent isn't going it alone. Hannah doesn't use social media and rarely gives interviews.

Hannah Gross Now

In 2023, the film "The Adults" was released, where Hannah Gross stars alongside Michael Cera and Sophia Lillis. They play siblings dealing with psychological trauma: Cera is the older brother struggling with poker addiction; Gross is the middle child suffering from neurosis, working at a radio station while shouldering family responsibilities after their parents' death; and Lillis is the younger sister who dreams of family harmony.
Michael Cera, Sophia Lillis, and Hannah Gross Interview: The Adults
  • I wish I could watch a TV show starring Gross. Does someone know where you can watch at least with subtitles? It`s called «Deadwax».
    2021-04-30 18:32:00
  • All clear. She made her way into show business thanks to her parents, she is 30 years old, but she is nothing...
    2021-04-21 13:24:59
  • I loved the series «The Sinner», the cast is great! I also liked Hannah Gross in there. She is cool.
    2021-03-29 20:01:49
  • I watched the series «Mindhunter» with Hannah Gross. I liked her acting, they did not go wrong with the actress.
    2021-03-09 14:21:36
  • For me, Hannah is a dark horse in the world of cinema. Even to be more precise - a gray mouse!
    2021-03-04 20:38:03
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