Hannah James

Biography

Hannah James is an American actress from Virginia, known for her role as Emma Green in the mini-series Mercy Street, where she portrayed a Civil War belle who becomes a volunteer nurse. This character was inspired by a historical figure and is the daughter of the owners of the Mansion House Hospital, which was seized by Union forces. Her performance garnered attention, with some media outlets suggesting she could become a prominent figure in period dramas, akin to Lady Mary from Downton Abbey. James's role in Mercy Street involved wearing corsets, which she noted posed challenges during long filming days. In November 2016, it was announced that she would take on a recurring role in the popular series Outlander. James grew up on a rural farm in Madison County, Virginia, which has been described as an "1830 homestead."