Karen Bartke
Biography
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 also appeared in Fakers for Aficionado Films; in a series of comedy sponsorship idents for the ITV talent search show Superstar and in Episode 1 of The Kronicles of Kirk, a series of Comedy Blaps for Channel 4 directed by Noddy Davidson, produced by the Comedy Unit and starring James Kirk. Karen has featured in an impressive array of short films including In the Snack Bar, The Ambitious Potato, Stramash, Goldfish and Twelve, all of which were filmed in Scotland, and also appeared as Sadie Carter in Monarch of the Glen. Karen has also provided voice overs for several commercials including a series of TV adverts for Silverburn shopping centre along with numerous local radio and TV commercials.
Known For & Full Filmography11 Titles
Drama Series - 2025, 16 episodes • as Mrs. Mitchell
From 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.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Claire
Diagnosed 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.
Drama Series - 2000, 16 episodes • as Sadie Carter
Archie MacDonald, a young restaurateur is called back to his childhood home of Glenbogle where he is told he is the new Laird of Glenbogle.
Drama Series - 2023, 16 episodes • as Lady at Tintagel Ball
A 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.
Drama Series - 2014, 16 episodes • as Sgt. Karen Ann Millar
Mockumentary comedy series following the life of scottish police officers from different areas of the force in a fly on the wall style.
Drama Series - 2018, 16 episodes • as Martine Thompson
Tourist Trap is a Welsh TV mockumentary-style comedy series following the fictional tourist board WOW Wales.
Movie - 2020, 2h 15m • as Scarlet Hood
During the virus lockdown of 2020, four Scottish Superheroes meet online to discuss their plans for what to do, or not to do.
Movie - 2020, 2h 15m • as Ellen
Set 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.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
As 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.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Susan (voice)
A vigilante comes face to face with her demons while tracking down criminals tied to her past.
Movie - 2021, 2h 15m • as Judy
When three siblings are reunited at their mother's vigil, Judy confronts her brothers' expectations.