Holly Dale recognized globally for her award-winning work in television and cinema over the past twenty-five years. Her extensive portfolio includes movies, mini-series, and documentaries. She has directed numerous high-profile pilots, such as Law & Order: Toronto—Canada’s highest-rated original scripted drama in over a decade—and Transplant, which was the #1 drama series of the year in both Canada and the US on NBC. Other notable pilots that in success generated multiple cycle series orders include *Mary Kills People* (“Variety” selected as a top 10 series) – a cat & mouse thriller delving into the murky world of euthanasia, Durham County – hunting for a serial killer who happens to be your next door neighbor, and the beloved lighthearted dramedy Being Erica.
Recently, Ms. Dale served as the Executive Producer/Director for the first season of the Arnold Schwarzenegger, Oscar nominee Monica Barbaro Netflix/Skydance action comedy series FUBAR. Her previous leadership roles included serving as EP/Director for Batwoman (3 seasons) and Transplant co-EP (4 seasons).
Her work continues to receive critical acclaim, including a 2025 Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Director for Law & Order: Toronto. She has previously won Canadian Screen Awards for Best Director for Transplant, Mary Kills People, and Durham County. Additionally, she is a five-time recipient of the Directors Guild of Canada Best Director trophy.
Some of Ms. Dale’s guest directing credits include Will Trent, Sheriff Country, RJ Decker, Dexter, The Americans, Seal Team, The X-Files, Chicago Fire, Chicago PD, Law & Order: SVU, NCIS, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Castle, Cold Case etc...