Biography
Sonja Smits is a Canadian actress recognized for her versatile performances across film, television, and theatre. She gained prominence for her role as Sara Fraser in the acclaimed Canadian television series "Street Legal." Smits' portrayal of the determined and skilled lawyer showcased her acting prowess and earned her critical acclaim. Additionally, she has been the lead in two other TV series, Traders and the Eleventh Hour, as well as many TV movies such as Margret Lawrence's The Diviners. Her feature films, include David Cronenberg's cult classic, "Videodrome" and "Owning Mahoney" with Philip Seymour Hoffman. Sonja has received numerous honours and awards for her work including a Gemini Award-Best Actress, TWFT- Outstanding Achievement Award and ACTRA Award of Excellence. She was the first artist named as President of Harbourfront Centre Board, was a founding member of ACTRA Women's Caucus and served as Chair at Toronto Artscape Foundation. Sonja is the co-owner of Closson Chase Vineyards, a pioneer in the creation of the viticulture region of Prince Edward County.
Also known as
ソニヤ・スミッツ
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Roles across career
Titles counted once; a person can act and direct on the same film (roles merged).
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Most critically rated
Highest TMDB score (min 100 votes)
- 1
★ 8.0Ginny & Georgia
2021 · tv · as Dena Beck
- 2
★ 7.7The Outer Limits
1995 · tv · as Dr. Anne Crain
- 3
★ 7.6Airwolf
1984 · tv · as Alexandria Rostov
- 4
★ 7.2Videodrome
1983 · movie · as Bianca O'Blivion
- 5
★ 6.8Owning Mahowny
2003 · movie · as Dana Selkirk
- 6
★ 5.7The Pit
1981 · movie · as Mrs. Lynde
- 7
★ 5.5How to Deal
2003 · movie · Acting
- 8
★ 4.7Star Trek: Section 31
2025 · movie · as Terran Proctor
Most commercially successful
Highest TMDB vote count (attention / reach proxy; not box office)
Career timeline
By release / first air year · movie & TV merged
