Canadian TV, especially the shows produced and distributed by non-network owned companies, live and die off their ability to be sold internationally. The East Coast accent [on Hudson & Rex] is probably seen as too alienating to foreign viewers. Since Hudson & Rex has been a hit here, hopefully, that’ll encourage them to be a … Continue reading Comments and queries for the week of June 7
To misquote Billy Joe Armstrong “Wake Me Up When December Ends.†Except for Frankie Drake, Baroness and occasionally TNOT, I’m afraid none of the shows [on CBC’s fall schedule] appeal to me. The winter slate of shows look more interesting with The Sounds. —King Wow, after all these years there’a finally a Canadian version of … Continue reading Comments and queries for the week of May 31
From a media release: A cop-and-canine crime-fighting duo, an 1880s photographer with a macabre specialty, and an intergalactic space queen are among the weirdly wonderful characters coming to Citytv in 2019/20. The new original Canadian programming slate includes scripted series Hudson & Rex (Season 2), Dead Still, and Vagrant Queen. And with six new Canadian … Continue reading Citytv celebrates Canadian storytelling with new 2019/20 original programming slate
With the 2018-19 Canadian television season ending soon, the networks are putting the finishing touches on their primetime lineups for 2019-20. That means celebrations for fans of shows that have been renewed and sadness for programs that won’t return. To help keep track of what’s been renewed or ending, we’ve put together a handy list … Continue reading 2019-20 Canadian TV season renewal scorecard
Our family is so happy that Battle of the Blades is returning. This was one show we all watched as a family. Bravo to the contestants, as it takes determination and commitment. Can’t wait until Season 5 starts. —The Kosturiks I came across a website that has a history of the Toronto police from 1870-1920, … Continue reading Comments and queries for the week of April 26
