Shaftesbury mourns the death of Paul Pope, president of Pope Productions and executive producer of Hudson & Rex

April 15, 2022 Greg David 8 Comments

From a media release: Shaftesbury extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Paul Pope, the beloved Executive Producer of Hudson & Rex and President of Pope Productions. Pope passed away suddenly on the morning of April 14, 2022. He was 63 years old. “The news is truly shocking,” says Christina … Continue reading Shaftesbury mourns the death of Paul Pope, president of Pope Productions and executive producer of Hudson & Rex →

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Showrunner Peter Mitchell talks Hudson & Rex and Murdoch Mysteries

January 11, 2022 Greg David 16 Comments

When it comes to Canadian television, showrunner Peter Mitchell has one foot in the past and one in the present. On Mondays, the period whodunit Murdoch Mysteries—starring Yannick Bisson, Hélène Joy, Jonny Harris, Shanice Banton and Thomas Craig—continues to chug along in Season 15 on CBC, with no end in sight. On Thursdays, it’s the … Continue reading Showrunner Peter Mitchell talks Hudson & Rex and Murdoch Mysteries →

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Link: Mayko Nguyen Talks Hudson & Rex “Leader of the Pack”

October 28, 2021 Greg David

From Heather M. of The Televixen: Link: Mayko Nguyen Talks Hudson & Rex “Leader of the Pack”“Being able to work all together, out in the field and on location has been a lot of fun. Studio days [are] great [especially] when we’re tired, but it can also get kind of ‘same old, same old.’ And … Continue reading Link: Mayko Nguyen Talks Hudson & Rex “Leader of the Pack” →

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Preview: Hudson & Rex returns for Season 4 with a new look and feel

October 6, 2021 Greg David 13 Comments

I like Hudson & Rex for a few reasons. First, its cast is top-rate. From John Reardon, Mayko Nguyen, Kevin Hanchard and Justin Kelly to Diesel vom Burgimwald on down, everyone on the call sheet is enjoyable to watch. Secondly, the writing team is truly gifted. Led by showrunner Peter Mitchell, they craft stories that … Continue reading Preview: Hudson & Rex returns for Season 4 with a new look and feel →

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Link: Allan Hawco talks Hudson & Rex

January 12, 2021 Greg David 1 Comment

From Heather M. of The Televixen: Link: Allan Hawco talks Hudson & Rex“The interesting part of the whole experience, aside from the series, is the process and the way that Diesel and his team of handlers work. Itâ€™s like a show within itself.” Continue reading.