Ellen Wong was born in the city of Scarborough, located in the province of Ontario, in the country of Canada. Her acting career began with a notable role on the acclaimed television series "This Is Wonderland". She is most famously recognized for her portrayal of Knives Chau in the film "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World", where she shared the screen with esteemed actors Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Jason Schwartzman. Ellen underwent a rigorous audition process, competing against numerous hopefuls from around the world, to secure the coveted role of Knives Chau. Director Edgar Wright was drawn to Ellen's exceptional acting abilities, as well as her capacity to execute intense fight choreography with precision. During the production of "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World", the on-set trainer affectionately dubbed Ellen "The Ellen-nator", a testament to her impressive physical prowess.
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BornMay 31, 1985 Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
Biography
Career
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2023

Scott Pilgrim Takes Off as Knives Chau (voice)
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2021

Best Sellers as Rachel Spence
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2020

Into the Dark as Annie
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Film Fest as Amy
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The Christmas Setup as Madelyn McKay
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2019

In the Life of Music as Hope
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2017

The Circle as Renata
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GLOW as Jenny Chey
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Dark Matter as Misaki Han-Shireikan
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2016

The Void as Kim
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2013

The Carrie Diaries as Jill 'Mouse' Chen
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2012

Silent Night as Brenda
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2011

Silent Cargo as Daiyu
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2010

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World as Knives Chau
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2010