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Link: Saving Hope vs Grey’s Anatomy

From Amber Dowling of The Loop:

Who’s better at love: Dr. Alex Reid or Dr. Meredith Grey?
With Saving Hope officially back and Grey’s Anatomy returning Thursday night, we figured it was about time we pitted the show’s two leading ladies against each other in the “Love Doctor” spotlight. So who is better at love, Alex Reid (Erica Durance) or Meredith Grey (Ellen Popeo)? Continue reading.

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New Homegrown Comedy Series, Young Drunk Punk, Kicks Off Production

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From a media release:

– Bruce McCulloch added to cast in addition to his role as creator, writer, and executive producer–
– Tim Carlson (Gracepoint) and Atticus Mitchell (Fargo) join as series leads Ian and Shinky–
– Principal photography on the 13-episode, half-hour scripted comedy series begins today in Calgary –

New, half-hour Canadian comedy series puts Calgary centre stage, as production on Young Drunk Punk begins today, starring creator, writer, and executive producer Bruce McCulloch (Kids in the Hall). Young Drunk Punk takes viewers on a heartfelt and hilarious coming-of-age journey of two teenage boys living in raucous Calgary during the ‘80s. The show is slated to premiere early 2015 on City, with full broadcast details to be announced at a later date.

Inspired by McCulloch’s life, and told through his unique point-of-view, Young Drunk Punk focuses on two young men – Ian and Shinky – who have recently graduated from high school and don’t quite feel that they belong. The series follows them as they embark on a hilarious and rebellious search to find out who they are, somewhere in the lost years between high school and “what’s next.”

Young Drunk Punk stars Tim Carlson (Gracepoint) as Ian McKay, Atticus Mitchell (Fargo) as Archibald Shinky, McCulloch (The Kids in the Hall) as Ian’s father Lloyd, Tracy Ryan (Nancy Drew) as Ian’s mother Helen, and Allie MacDonald (Lost Girl) as Ian’s sister Belinda.

“We are excited to have Bruce McCulloch in front and behind the camera in this original, yet relatable comedy series that is sure to resonate with viewers from coast-to-coast” said Nataline Rodrigues, Director of Original Programming, Rogers.

The series is produced by Accent Entertainment and SEVEN24 Films. McCulloch serves as executive producer, alongside Susan Cavan from Accent Entertainment, and Jordy Randall and Tom Cox from SEVEN24 films. Paula Smith is the supervising producer. From Rogers Media,Carol Commisso is the Production Executive, Nataline Rodrigues is Director of Original Programming, and Hayden Mindell is Vice President of Television Programming & Content.

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Tonight: Saving Hope, Haven, Bachelor Canada

Saving Hope, CTV – “Kiss Me Goodbye”
In Part 2 of the Season 3 premiere event entitled “Kiss Me Goodbye”, airing Sept. 25 in the series’ regular Thursday at 9 p.m. ET/PT timeslot, with her body still in a coma, spirit form Alex (Erica Durance) shares an emotional journey with Charlie (Michael Shanks) in the spirit world as he ‘ghost-doctors’ a brain-dead mother-to-be. Meanwhile, Joel (Daniel Gillies) forms a tight bond with a lively drug addict while trying to treat his necrotic leg. Hope Zion Hospital also welcomes its new OB/GYN, Dr. Sydney Katz (Stacey Farber), who throws Maggie (Julia Taylor Ross) off her game.

Haven, Showcase – “Spotlight”
Nathan makes a desperate play to protect Mara from the furious citizens of Haven, leaving Dwight and Duke to deal with a deadly trouble that threatens to burn the town to the ground.

The Bachelor Canada, City
As the 15 remaining bachelorettes settle into mansion life, Tim whisks one lucky lady away for a date that will take them to the very pinnacle of romance. Later, a group date heats things up as Tim and the girls pose for a steamy photo shoot – until one of the women makes an abrupt departure. Plus, Tim and one lucky bachelorette are treated to a private concert by none other than Canadian singer-songwriter Andrew Allen. A high intensity cocktail party and rose ceremony sees three ladies sent home without roses, leaving the remaining 12 to prepare for another exciting week ahead.

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