Scene from Nurse Jackie / TV series (2009)
Episode: Season 5, Episode 1: Happy F*Cking Birthday
Scene Details
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Actresses in this Scene
Betty Gilpin
Details
Alternate Names: Elizabeth Folan Gilpin, Ελίζαμπεθ Φόλαν Γκίλπιν
Physical Characteristics: N/A
Career
First Appearances:
- Death in Love (2008) as Young Model
Most Important Roles:
- The Northern Kingdom (2009) as Carissa
- Death in Love (2008) as Young Model
- True Story (2015) as Cheryl
- Take Care (2014) as Jodi
- Ghost Town (2008) as WWII Nurse
- Isn't It Romantic (2019) as Whitney
- Future '38 (2017) as Banky
- The Grudge (2019) as Nina Spencer
- Stuber (2019) as Becca
- Beach Pillows (2013) as Karla
Career Highlights:
- The Northern Kingdom (2009)
- Death in Love (2008)
- True Story (2015)
- Take Care (2014)
- Ghost Town (2008)
- Isn't It Romantic (2019)
- Future '38 (2017)
- The Grudge (2019)
- Stuber (2019)
- Beach Pillows (2013)
Full Biography
Betty Gilpin, born Elizabeth Folan Gilpin on July 21, 1986, is an American actress known for her versatile performances across television and film. Born and raised in New York City, Gilpin's interest in acting was nurtured by her father, Jack Gilpin, who is also an actor. After honing her skills through training and stage performances, she gained wider recognition for her role as Debbie 'Liberty Belle' Eagan in the Netflix series 'GLOW' (2017-2019), earning critical acclaim for her portrayal of a talented yet conflicted wrestler. Beyond 'GLOW', Gilpin has appeared in various TV series like 'Nurse Jackie' and 'Law & Order: SVU'. She is admired for her ability to capture complex emotions, convey vulnerability, and bring depth to characters.
About the Movie: Nurse Jackie / TV series (2009)
Release Year: 2009
Nation: United Kingdom, United States
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Evan Dunsky, Linda Wallem, Liz Brixius
Writer: Evan Dunsky, Linda Wallem, Liz Brixius
Production & Genre
Producer(s): N/A
Companies: Caryn Mandabach Productions, Clyde Phillips Productions, Lionsgate Television
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
Similar:
- MDs (2002)
- 13 East (1989)
- Breaking Bad (2008)
- House (2004)
- The Shield (2002)
Keywords
Keywords: addiction, drug addiction, drugs, hospital, nurse, parent child relationship
Story
Nurse Jackie Peyton navigates her chaotic life at All Saints' Hospital in New York City, where every day brings critical decisions that could mean life or death for patients. Jackie's professional excellence is matched by her personal turmoil; she struggles with a chronic back condition, a secret painkiller addiction, and the constant juggling of her family life with her husband, Kevin, and their two daughters. As she balances her duties as a nurse, mother, and wife, Jackie employs creative strategies to manage her pain and maintain control over her world, often bending rules and telling white lies along the way.
Summary
Nurse Jackie is a dark comedy-drama series that explores the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of a New York City hospital through the eyes of its titular character, played by Edie Falco. The show premiered in 2009 and aired for seven seasons until 2015. At its core, Nurse Jackie is a study of addiction, family dynamics, and the complex nature of human resilience. It offers an unflinching look at the challenges faced by those working in healthcare and the personal sacrifices they often make to provide care for others.