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Dragons' Den, Heartland, Lost Girl, Motive, Republic of Doyle

Sunday: Motive, Lost Girl, Heartland, Dragons’ Den, Republic of Doyle

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Motive

Motive, CTV – “Crimes of Passion”
When a teenage girl is killed in a hit-and-run accident, first clues point Detectives Flynn (Kristin Lehman) and Vega (Louis Ferreira) toward the girl’s disgruntled ex-boyfriend. Passion is a strong enough motive for murder, but Angie believes the boyfriend is innocent. She takes a different tack, which reveals a connection between the victim and an eminent prosecutor in the midst of a mayoral campaign. Turns out that passion may well be the motive, and the underpinning of a secret double life.

Lost Girl, Showcase – Faes Wide Shut
When humans start dissolving into piles of goo, Bo uncovers a nefarious twist to a sexy Key Club. Meanwhile, Bo is forced to make an extreme revelation about her bestie.

Heartland, CBC – “Waiting for Tomorrow”
Scott discovers that Spartan has a broken leg and Amy is forced to make the toughest decision of her life.

Dragons’ Den, CBC – “Valentine Edition”
A new showerhead system hopes to avoid being put in hot water; a targeted dating site looks for a Dragon partner; and a chocolate bar wakes up the Den. Plus a Canadian Classic gets a meaty spin.

Republic of Doyle, CBC – “The Heroine”
Jake’s worst fears are realized upon discovery that Leslie has gone missing while working her dangerous undercover assignment, and now he’s determined to find her at all costs. Meanwhile, an unlikely and suspicious client enlists Des’s PI services. Guest stars: Robert Joy, Max Martini, Joel Thomas Hynes

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Continuum

Canadians from the future invade US TV

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From Neil Genzlinger of the New York Times:

They’re From the Future, and Canada
The people behind “Continuum,” a slick Canadian science-fiction drama recently imported to the United States by Syfy, are very conscious that their growing international audience is a demanding, detail-oriented bunch. But the other day during the filming here of a Season 2 scene that had actors in a drainage tunnel with a roaring helicopter at one end, one detail was beyond anyone’s control. Read more.

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Murdoch Mysteries

Murdoch Mysteries finds second wind

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From Alex Strachan of Canada.com:

  • TV Monday: Murdoch Mysteries finds second wind in new season.
    No mystery here: Murdoch Mysteries is enjoying a second wind in its new home, Mondays on CBC. The turn-of-the-century detective drama is a perfect fit for viewers looking for a police procedural with a historical twist. More importantly, even though Murdoch is in its sixth season — a time when many TV dramas sit back and coast on past reputation — there’s nothing lazy or plodding about its weekly tales of murder and (semi) mayhem. Read more.
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Motive

Brendan Penny changes pace in Motive

From Mark Leiren-Young of the Vancouver Sun:

  • Lucky Penny strikes gold in Vancouver-made TV police drama
    Penny plays Detective Brian Lucas, a newbie on the homicide team who spent almost 10 years dealing with financial crimes. “He is eager, kind-hearted, very proficient and possesses many quirks.” says Penny. “He is a little odd, but he is quite good at his job.” The new role is a departure for Penny. “I normally play either deeply troubled people, or really, really nice people. This is my first time playing a detective, or anyone with authority, for that matter. It is also the first time I have had to remember technical dialogue on a regular basis, which can be challenging.” Read more.
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