Courtney Warner
Courtney Warner | |
|---|---|
| Born | York, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Other names | Courtney Shrem |
| Occupations | Actress, film producer |
| Years active | 2011-present |
| Spouse | |
Courtney Warner (also known as Courtney Shrem) is an American actress and film producer. She has appeared in independent films since 2011, including supporting roles in the romantic comedy Ask Me to Dance (2022), which she co-produced, the psychological thriller Trauma Therapy: Psychosis (2023), and the comedy-drama Christmas Eve in Miller's Point (2024). She also appeared in the drama McVeigh (2024) and the thriller Whiskey Run (2025). She is based in the Sarasota-Longboat Key area.[1][2][3]
Early life
Warner was born in York, Pennsylvania. She began dancing at age five and moved to New York City in 2002 to pursue dance and modeling. She trained at the Broadway Dance Center and was signed with the McDonald Selznick Agency (MSA).[1][2]
Career
Warner's early credits include a featured role in the 2011 short film Two Wasted Lives, a role in The Instant Messenger (2011), and the role of Victoria in the thriller The Will (2014), which was filmed in Denmark.[2][4]
In 2022, she played Amy and served as co-producer on the romantic comedy Ask Me to Dance, directed by and starring Tom Malloy. The film premiered in Sarasota and received generally positive reviews for its lighthearted tone and dance sequences.[2][5]
She portrayed Lily in the 2023 psychological thriller Trauma Therapy: Psychosis, which featured Tom Sizemore in one of his final roles. Critics noted the film's exploration of unethical therapy methods, with some praising Warner's portrayal of her character's mental deterioration.[1][2][6][7][8]
In 2024, she appeared as Kylie in the family comedy Love Unleashed, Nancy in Curry Scent, Lori in Dark Night of the Soul, and a stressed woman in the comedy-drama Christmas Eve in Miller's Point, directed by Tyler Taormina, which premiered in the Directors' Fortnight section at the Cannes Film Festival. The latter film received positive reviews for its ensemble cast and nostalgic depiction of family gatherings.[1][9][10][11][12]
Warner appeared as Karen in the 2024 drama McVeigh, directed by Mike Ott, which premiered at the Tribeca Festival. The film focuses on the life of Timothy McVeigh and received mixed reviews.[13][14][1]
In 2025, Warner appeared as Abby Grace in the thriller Whiskey Run, directed by Aaron Mirtes.[3]
Personal life
Warner has been married to cryptocurrency entrepreneur Charlie Shrem since 2016. The couple resides in the Sarasota-Longboat Key area.[1][2][3] She has volunteered with the Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center (SPARCC).[1]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Two Wasted Lives | Featured | [1] |
| 2011 | The Instant Messenger | — | [2] |
| 2014 | The Will | Victoria | [2][4] |
| 2022 | Ask Me to Dance | Amy | Also producer[2][5] |
| 2023 | Trauma Therapy: Psychosis | Lily | [1][6][7] |
| 2024 | Love Unleashed | Kylie | [1][9] |
| 2024 | Curry Scent | Nancy | [9] |
| 2024 | Dark Night of the Soul | Lori | [9] |
| 2024 | Christmas Eve in Miller's Point | Stressed Woman | [10][11][12] |
| 2024 | McVeigh | Karen | [13][14] |
| 2025 | Whiskey Run | Abby Grace | [3] |
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j Dana Kampa (April 30, 2025). "Longboat actor reflects on films and future goals". Your Observer. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "From Bit Parts to Bitcoin - to Starring in Movies - Courtney Warner is Ready for Takeoff". Splash Magazines. June 29, 2022. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b c d "Courtney Warner & Landon Brittain 'Rising October STARS'". The Hollywood Times. October 2025. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b "The Will: Film Review". The Hollywood Reporter. February 27, 2014. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b "'Ask Me to Dance' Is a Bitcoin-Funded Film Inspired by Sarasota's Terrible Dating Scene". Sarasota Magazine. October 18, 2022. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b Jim Morazzini (August 29, 2023). "Trauma Therapy: Psychosis". Film Threat. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b Alan Ng (September 21, 2023). "Movie Review - 'Trauma Therapy Psychosis'". Movie Reelist. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ "Trauma Therapy: Psychosis (2023)". Projected Figures. December 18, 2023. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b c d "Courtney Warner Movies List". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b Rebecca Souw (May 15, 2024). "Cannes Hidden Gem 'Christmas Eve in Miller's Point' Is Designed as a "Really Warm Hug on a Cold Night"". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b Diego Semerene (October 6, 2024). "'Christmas Eve in Miller's Point' Review: An Ecstatically Maximalist Celebration of Ritual". Slant Magazine. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b Jennie Kermode (November 14, 2024). "Christmas Eve In Miller's Point (2024) Movie Review". Eye for Film. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b "'McVeigh' Review: A Suffocatingly Atmospheric, If Muted to a Fault, Portrait of a Terrorist". Slant Magazine. March 5, 2025. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ a b "McVeigh - Full Cast & Crew". TV Guide. Retrieved February 12, 2026.