Acting
Karen Bartke
Place of birth
Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Known for
Acting
Credits
12 titles
Karen Bartke is a Scottish actress and voice over artist, based in Glasgow. She is best known for her role as Sgt Karen Ann Miller in Scot Squad, a mockumentary produced by the Comedy Unit about the new unified Scottish police force. The original pilot was well received and BBC Scotland commissioned a series to begin production in 2014. Series 2 was aired in 2015 and included a Hogmanay special of short sketches aired throughout the night on 31st December. Series 3 of Scot Squad began with a Christmas special, with the remaining episodes airing in January and February 2017. Karen also appeared as a contributor in "Planet Hogmanay" alongside her Scot Squad co-star, Darren Connell. She has a…
Known for
8.7From the battlefields of World War I to the rugged Highlands of 18th century Scotland, two fated couples must defy the forces that seek to tear them apart, unfolding in surprising and unforeseen ways in this romantic saga that unfolds across time.
Outlander: Blood of My Blood
2025
8.3Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at 15, John Davidson navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.
I Swear
2025
7.0A group of fun-loving American girls burst onto the scene in tightly corseted 1870s London, kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash. Sent to secure husbands and status, the buccaneers' hearts are set on much more than that.
The Buccaneers
2023
Comedy Blaps is Channel 4's vehicle for piloting comedy online. Some pilots consist of a single short, whereas others consist of a few shorts.
Comedy Blaps
2011
7.3Archie MacDonald, a young restaurateur is called back to his childhood home of Glenbogle where he is told he is the new Laird of Glenbogle.
Monarch of the Glen
2000
6.8Mockumentary comedy series following the life of scottish police officers from different areas of the force in a fly on the wall style.
Scot Squad
2014
Film credits
2020s · 6 titles
8.3Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at 15, John Davidson navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.
I Swear
2025
NRDuring the virus lockdown of 2020, four Scottish Superheroes meet online to discuss their plans for what to do, or not to do.
Captain Lockdown
2020
5.5Set in the remote Scottish town of Fort William on Christmas Eve, when life is turned upside down for Jen and Rob. Suddenly finding themselves heartbroken, single and stranded, they team up to try and reach home 100 miles away to be with their families. "Borrowing" Jen’s now ex-boyfriend’s classic car, the pair hit the road, but it’s not long before the weather turns for the worse forcing them to continue their journey on foot.
Lost at Christmas
2020
NRAs the hype reaches fever pitch ahead of the big kick-off in Germany, a stellar line-up work their magic in an essential selection of comic set pieces. Featuring favourite characters and brand new scenarios. Mixing running gags, quickies, send-ups and musical numbers. The top team includes Jonathan Watson, Grado, Greg Hemphill, Jack Docherty, Ford Kiernan and Karen Dunbar.
The All Star Euros Sketch Show
2024
6.3A vigilante comes face to face with her demons while tracking down criminals tied to her past.
The Defender
2024
NRWhen three siblings are reunited at their mother's vigil, Judy confronts her brothers' expectations.
My Sunshine
2021
Series credits
8.7From the battlefields of World War I to the rugged Highlands of 18th century Scotland, two fated couples must defy the forces that seek to tear them apart, unfolding in surprising and unforeseen ways in this romantic saga that unfolds across time.
Outlander: Blood of My Blood
2025
7.0A group of fun-loving American girls burst onto the scene in tightly corseted 1870s London, kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash. Sent to secure husbands and status, the buccaneers' hearts are set on much more than that.
The Buccaneers
2023
Comedy Blaps is Channel 4's vehicle for piloting comedy online. Some pilots consist of a single short, whereas others consist of a few shorts.
Comedy Blaps
2011
7.3Archie MacDonald, a young restaurateur is called back to his childhood home of Glenbogle where he is told he is the new Laird of Glenbogle.
Monarch of the Glen
2000
6.8Mockumentary comedy series following the life of scottish police officers from different areas of the force in a fly on the wall style.
Scot Squad
2014
6.0Tourist Trap is a Welsh TV mockumentary-style comedy series following the fictional tourist board WOW Wales.
Tourist Trap
2018