Who plays Cornelia Robertson in The Knick?

Cornelia Robertson is played by Juliet Rylance.

How is Cornelia Robertson connected to other characters?

Cornelia Robertson has 4 mapped relationships in The Knick. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Cornelia Robertson — Siblings — Henry Robertson (Charles Aitken)
Siblings navigating family business, personal crises, and institutional leadership across both seasons.
Cornelia Robertson — Lovers — Dr. Algernon Edwards (André Holland)
Intense romantic entanglement in S1 that culminates in a clandestine abortion, leading to a definitive breakup and Cornelia's marriage to Philip.
Cornelia Robertson — Board Chair & Surgeon — Dr. Everett Gallinger (Eric Johnson)
Professional courtesy and social overlap as board member and lead surgeon, navigating hospital politics and personal crises.
Cornelia Robertson — Moral & Legal Pressure — Sister Harriet (Cara Seymour)
Cornelia's reliance on Harriet for abortions creates legal vulnerability, straining their alliance when Harriet faces arrest and institutional snubbing.