Alan Van Sprang Lined Up to Portray Andrew Kinsman in Daring Greatly
- Production Team
- Nov 9
- 3 min read
Acclaimed Canadian actor Alan Van Sprang celebrated for his standout performances in Shadowhunters, Star Trek: Discovery, The Tudors, and Reign is being lined up to play Andrew Kinsman in the upcoming true-crime feature film Daring Greatly.
Produced by Film Volt Group in association with iCogitate Productions Inc., Daring Greatly begins production in Toronto, Canada, bringing the story home to the city where the real events unfolded. The film dives deep into one of the most haunting chapters in Toronto’s history the Church-Wellesley Village murders exploring not only the tragedy but the courage, unity, and resilience that emerged in its aftermath.
Alan Van Sprang: A Master of Depth and Emotion
A familiar face on Canadian and international screens, Alan Van Sprang has built a reputation for portraying complex, emotionally charged characters with authenticity and power. Whether as the ruthless Valentine Morgenstern in Shadowhunters or the cunning King Henry II in Reign, Van Sprang consistently brings a balance of intensity and heart to his roles.
In Daring Greatly, he takes on one of the most deeply human portrayals of his career Andrew Kinsman, a man whose disappearance would ultimately expose a series of crimes that shook a city, but whose life embodied compassion, strength, and community spirit.
Remembering Andrew Kinsman: The Man Behind the Story
Andrew Kinsman was far more than a name in the headlines. He was a pillar of Toronto’s Church-Wellesley Village, a community advocate, building superintendent, and loyal friend known for his kindness and courage. His loss was felt deeply across the city and his story became a symbol of perseverance and truth.
Friends remember Andrew as generous, humorous, and unwaveringly authentic someone who stood up for others and lived life on his own terms. His disappearance in 2017 became the turning point that helped authorities uncover the truth, leading to justice for the victims and closure for their families.
Through Alan Van Sprang’s performance, Daring Greatly ensures that Andrew’s story is told with the dignity and compassion it deserves honouring his life, not just his loss.
About the Film
Written by Julianne White and directed by Andy Morahan (Guns N’ Roses: November Rain, Highlander: The Source), Daring Greatly goes beyond the boundaries of a traditional true-crime drama. It’s a cinematic reflection on identity, resilience, and the search for truth amid tragedy.
The cast also features Jessica Paré, Farid Yazdani, Tony Nixon, and D’Andra Simmons, among others, forming a powerful ensemble dedicated to telling this story with authenticity and heart.
A Story Rooted in Toronto, Told to the World
Filmed entirely in Toronto, Daring Greatly captures the spirit of the real locations and communities affected by the events. For Van Sprang, this role represents a homecoming a chance to tell a uniquely Canadian story that carries universal meaning about love, loss, and legacy.
With an international release planned through Film Volt Group’s global distribution network and a festival rollout set for 2026, Daring Greatly is poised to become one of Canada’s most powerful cinematic tributes.
“This isn’t just a film about what happened,” producers say. “It’s a story about who we lost, what we learned, and how love endures even in the darkest of times.”
Follow updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes coverage at www.daringgreatlymovie.com and across Film Volt Group’s official social media channels.
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