Fionn Laird
Fionn Laird | |
|---|---|
 Laird in 2025 | |
| Born | Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Known for | The Institute, In a Violent Nature: Part 2, The Testaments |
Fionn Laird is a Canadian actor and performer. He is best known for his role as Nick Wilholm in the 2025 MGM+ series The Institute, based on the Stephen King novel of the same name. He has also appeared in numerous Canadian Theatre productions. He is frequently associated with regional Canadian production companies and organizations, including Theatre Calgary, Arts Club Theatre Company, and Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. He is based in Toronto, Ontario.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | In A Violent Nature: Part 2 | TBA | ||
| TBA | Rocket Fuel | Julien |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Under the Banner of Heaven | Missionary #2 | Episode: "Revelation" | |
| 2025-2026 | The Institute | Nick Wilholm | ||
| 2026 | Murdoch Mysteries | Luka Wilde | Episode: "Devil in the Saddle" | |
| 2026 | The Testaments | Justin | Episode: "Daisy" | |
| 2026 | The Terminal List | James Reece (Young) | Episodes: “Shooter Ready”, “Fathers and Sons” |
Theatrical credits
Regional theatre
| Year | Show | Role | Company / Venue | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Billy Elliot the Musical | Ensemble | Theatre Calgary | |
| 2020 | The Louder We Get | Otis Day | Theatre Calgary | |
| 2023 | Forgiveness | Cooper | Arts Club Theatre Company, Theatre Calgary |
Miscellaneous
| Year | Event | Role | Company / Venue | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Banff Centre Celebrates/Patti Lupone's Songs From A Hat | Featured Performer | Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity |
References
- 1 2 "'The Institute': Canadian Fionn Laird steps into Stephen King's eerie world with a role that hides deep scars". Yahoo News. 2025-08-03. Retrieved 2025-08-10.
- 1 2 3 Margorian, Alexa (2025-08-05). "Creepy new Stephen King series 'The Institute' stars a Canadian you might recognize". Streets of Toronto. Retrieved 2025-12-30.
- 1 2 Petski, Denise (2024-09-23). "'The Institute': MGM+ Series Based On Stephen King Novel Adds 11 To Cast". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-08-10.
- 1 2 Kennedy, Mark. "Dark series 'The Institute' adaptation gets author Stephen King's thumbs up". San Francisco Chronicle. Archived from the original on 2025-07-10. Retrieved 2025-08-10.
- 1 2 "Casting Complete for Lonny Price-Helmed The Louder We Get at Theatre Calgary". Playbill. Archived from the original on 2022-11-12. Retrieved 2025-07-13.
- 1 2 "Review: Wartime play a harrowing, emotional tale of two families' shared path". calgaryherald. Archived from the original on 2023-03-15. Retrieved 2025-07-13.
- 1 2 Trask, Vicki. "Review: Theatre Calgary's Billy Elliot the Musical Shines a Spotlight on Calgary's Talent". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2025-07-13.
- 1 2 "Review: The Louder We Get at Theatre Calgary is a fun teenage tear-jerker. But can this Marc Hall musical get even louder?". The Globe and Mail. 2020-02-02. Retrieved 2025-08-22.
- 1 2 "Review: Forgiveness Is a Love Letter to Japanese Canadians". Vancouver Magazine. 2023-01-19. Retrieved 2025-07-13.
- 1 2 "2024-25 Banff Centre Reflections". Issuu. 2025-05-28. Retrieved 2025-07-13.
- ↑ Keslassy, Elsa (2026-02-10). "'In a Violent Nature 2' Set to Hit the EFM With Charades on Board (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 2026-09-26.
- ↑ "In A Violent Nature 2 Trailer: Johnny's Back And Even More Brutal In Slasher Sequel". Empire. 2026-02-27. Retrieved 2026-09-26.
- ↑ Vlessing, Etan (2026-07-09). "Queer Director Slams "Hateful Political Rhetoric" as Trans Drama 'Rocket Fuel' Shoots in Canada". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2026-09-27.
External links
- Fionn Laird at IMDb
