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From a media release:

New CTV Life Channel Original series QUEEN OF THE CASTLE becomes the crown jewel of Wednesday nights beginning March 26, as the chaotically-heartwarming docuseries airs at 8 p.m. ET on CTV Life, CTV.ca, and the CTV app, and streaming next day on Crave. The hour-long, eight-episode series follows Canadian socialite Dr. Ann Kaplan Mulholland and her entrepreneur husband Dr. Stephen Mulholland as they turn their lives upside down after the last of their six children leaves home. The two empty-nesters move to England and take on the ambitious task of turning their newly acquired medieval castle in the heart of Kent, U.K. into a luxurious world-class destination.

Set in the quiet English town of Hythe, the arrival of Ann, a force of nature with grand plans and the business savvy to pull it off, takes the local community by storm. With her husband Stephen – a world-renowned plastic surgeon– at her side, the pair are ready to give Lympne Castle the makeover of its century-long lifetime. With a dedicated team of castle staff and tradesmen supporting the renovation, they contend with construction chaos, quirky events, discerning guests, and so much more. Along the way, Ann forges unexpected friendships – from elderly neighbours to the town Vicar – and what she initially saw as a business opportunity quickly evolves into something much more personal.

In the premiere episode, “Taking the Throne” (airing Wednesday, March 26 at 8 p.m. ET on CTV Life, CTV.ca, and the CTV app, and streaming next day on Crave), Ann and Stephen become the new owners of Lympne Castle. With the deed in hand, the pair take on their first ambitious project by tackling a renovation in the castle’s new restaurant.

QUEEN OF THE CASTLE is produced by Blink49 Studios and Nest Productions. Executive producers include Blink49’s Toby Dormer, Allison Brough and Vera Lubimova along with Ann Kaplan Mulholland, Stephen Mulholland, Jeff Copeland and Bell Media’s Justin Stockman, as well as co-executive producers Marisa Erftemeijer-Strowger and Floury Crum from Nest Productions.

Featured, The Trades

Crave’s hit original comedy The Trades heads back to work, March 14

February 10, 2025 Greg David

From a media release:

Following a trailer reveal during TSN and CTV’s broadcast of SUPER BOWL LIX, Crave confirms that its smash-hit comedy series THE TRADES returns for an eight-episode second season, on Friday, March 14. After the first two episodes drop, THE TRADES follows a weekly release schedule with two new episodes streaming on subsequent Fridays.

THE TRADES was a massive success for Crave when it originally premiered in 2024, ranking as the #1 Canadian show in 2024, and boasting the biggest first-week streaming numbers for any scripted Canadian series in Crave history.*

Produced by Trailer Park Boys Inc. and Kontent House Inc., THE TRADES continues to follow the blue-collar workers of Conch Industries refinery, including veteran pipefitter Todd (Robb Wells, TRAILER PARK BOYS), his sister Audrey (Anastasia Phillips, MOONSHINE), and site manager Chelsea (Jennifer Spence, YOU HEAR ME), as they deal with new company leadership and the shadiness that comes with it.

In Season 2, the workers face a new challenge as they encounter the company’s eccentric new owner (Jennifer Irwin, SUPERSTORE) and her unhinged policies. As chaos unfolds, they must band together to protect their livelihood and preserve their community.

Cast returning for Season 2 include Daniel Petronijevic (LETTERKENNY) as Backwoods; Enrico Colantoni (VERONICA MARS) as Jimi; Brandon Oakes (DIGGSTOWN) as Taser; Jesse Camacho (LOCKE & KEY) as Homer; Jason Daley (TRAILER PARK BOYS) as Dewey; Raoul Bhaneja (BLINDSPOT) as Medhi; Susan Kent (THIS HOUR HAS 22 MINUTES) as Steph; Patrick McKenna (THE RED GREEN SHOW) as Rodd Stool; Aaron Poole (MOST DANGEROUS GAME) as Billy, and Tom Green (THE TOM GREEN SHOW) as Randy Bennett.

New cast joining this season, in addition to Irwin, are Dave Lawrence (Fubar) as the new burn-out permittee, Roach, Tara Spencer-Nairn (CORNER GAS) as Dewey’s sister, Daina, and Patrick Roach (TRAILER PARK BOYS) as new General Foreman, Danny McRules.

Filmed in Nova Scotia and Ontario, THE TRADES is co-produced by Trailer Park Boys Inc. and Kontent House Inc. in association with Bell Media’s Crave. Gary Howsam is executive producer; Ryan J. Lindsay is creator, writer, and executive producer, also directing one episode; Robb Wells is producer and writer, and Jonathan A. Walker is producer. Warren P. Sonoda is executive producer, directing seven episodes; Shelley Eriksen is executive producer; Andrew McMichael is co-executive producer and writer; Neha Kohli and Koumbie are associate producers and writers. John Morayniss and Virginia Rankin are executive producers for Blink49 Productions. The series is distributed by Rollercoaster Entertainment and Blink49 Distribution is the exclusive U.S. sales agent. The series is produced with the assistance of Canada Media Fund, Nova Scotia Film & Television Production Incentive Fund, Nova Scotia Content Creator Fund, the Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit and Ontario Creates

Featured, The Office Movers

Crave orders a second season of Jae and Trey Richards’ hit comedy series, The Office Movers

January 4, 2025 Greg David

From a media release:

Crave confirmed today a Season 2 order for its original comedy series, THE OFFICE MOVERS, which is set to go into production in 2025. Ranking as one of Crave’s Top 20 titles during its release weeks*, the announcement comes on the heels of a successful first season which concluded with the Saunders brothers (Jae and Trey Richards) making a big decision regarding an offer from moving company giant Zenithon, leaving them to ponder their next move.

Created by and starring Canadian comedians and brother duo, Jae and Trey Richards, THE OFFICE MOVERS follows two brothers navigating the chaotic world of Toronto’s commercial office moving industry. Season 1 featured a talented ensemble cast of digital creators and comedians including Jack Innanen, Lucas Lopez, Noel Miller, Hassan Phills, Jesse Sebastiani, and WatswithAndy, and a cameo by fan favourite character Tyco.

On social media, THE OFFICE MOVERS generated millions of views and impressions across social and digital platforms.

*Source: mParticle

Featured, Shoresy

Crave original series Shoresy scores fifth season renewal ahead of Season 4 premiere

January 4, 2025 Greg David

From a media release:

Crave confirmed today that the puck drops on Season 4 of its smash-hit original comedy series SHORESY, Friday, Jan. 24. The six-episode fourth season premieres with two episodes on Jan. 24, followed by one new episode on subsequent Fridays. Crave also announced today that SHORESY has been renewed for a fifth season, and goes into production later this spring.

Created by and starring Jared Keeso, and produced by New Metric Media in association with Play Fun Games, the new season follows Shoresy (Keeso) as he explores life after hockey, and the Sudbury Blueberry Bulldogs contend with the distractions of summer in Sudbury, ON.

Returning cast starring alongside Keeso are: Tasya Teles (THE 100) as Nat; Blair Lamora (Paranormal Nightshift) as Ziigwan; and Keilani Rose (FLIMSY) as Miigwan. From, Montréal, QC, rapper Jonathan-Ismael Diaby stars as Dolo; and former NHL player, author, and actor Terry Ryan stars as Hitch. Ryan McDonell (THE CROSSING) stars as Michaels; and former Kahnawake Condor and MMA fighter Andrew “The Canon” Antsanen returns as Goody. Legendary all-time tough guy Jon “Nasty” Mirasty, former Carolina Hurricanes centre Brandon Nolan, and three-time Stanley Cup winner, Jordan Nolan star as Jim, Jim, and Jim, respectively. North Bay’s Bourke Cazabon stars as Cory, Listowel’s Keegan Long as Liam, Maclean Fish as Jory, and Camille Sullivan as Laura Mohr.

Guest stars appearing in SHORESY Season 4 include: TSN hockey reporter Kenzie Lalonde; TSN reporter and Olympic gold medalist Tessa Bonhomme; Meghan Chayka, co-founder of Stathletes; and former NHLers Doug Gilmour, Marty McSorley, and Sean Avery; Kim Cloutier (LETTERKENNY); Michala Brasseur (THE HANDMAID’S TALE); Celeste Ziegler (UPLOAD); Amélie McGarrell (COEUR VINTAGE); Eliana Jones (HEARTLAND); Vanessa Matsui (LETTERKENNY); and Maxim Roy (19-2). Other newcomers include Isaac Kragten (ODD SQUAD), Eric Fleising (BURDEN), Sudbury native Xander Roy, and Sudbury Wolves forward Chase Coughlan.

Developed by Bell Media for Crave, SHORESY is produced by New Metric Media, in partnership with Play Fun Games in association with Bell Media, with the participation of Canadian Media Fund, OMDC Tax Credits, and the Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund, and is distributed by New Metric Media. Jared Keeso is executive producer, writer, star, and creator. Dan and Sean Skene are directors. Mark Montefiore and Kara Haflidson are Executive Producers for New Metric Media.

Featured, My Dead Mom

LoCo Motion Pictures and Crave’s new original comedy series, My Dead Mom, premieres November 1

October 25, 2024 Greg David

From a media release:

LoCo Motion Pictures announced today that its new, seven-episode Crave Original comedy series, MY DEAD MOM, premieres on Friday, November 1. The series follows a daughter through her grief journey three years after the passing of her mother. From LoCo Motion Pictures, creator Wendy Litner, and executive producer Lauren Corber, the seven-part series directed by Chandler Levack explores the complicated nature of grief and the enduring relationship between mothers and daughters and stars Lauren Collins (DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION, SLIP) and Megan Follows (ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, REIGN).

Emmy (Collins) wanted to hike the Appalachian Trail after her mother died, she was just really busy. But three years on now, her grief is catching up with her. As she questions her lipstick and life choices, her dead mother, Fern (Follows), pops into her life to voice her opinions and tell her red really isn’t her colour. Even death hasn’t stopped Fern from being fabulous. Emmy is trying to live her best life, but how do you let go of someone that is so present? With sharp wit and aching tenderness, MY DEAD MOM explores the complicated nature of grief through mothers and daughters, and death.

Rounding out the cast for MY DEAD MOM are Rainbow Sun Francks (HIGH FIDELITY), David Reale (THE BOYS), Daniel Maslany (MURDOCH MYSTERIES, ACCUSED), Daniel Kash (SLASHER) and Jenny Raven (KIM’S CONVENIENCE), and guest stars Matt Murray (IN THE DARK, ROOKIE BLUE, 9JKL) and Naomi Snieckus (MR. D).

MY DEAD MOM is produced by LoCo Motion Pictures, in association with Bell Media, with the participation of Independent Production Fund, Ontario Creates, and the Bell Fund. The series is distributed internationally by Blue Ant Studios. Wendy Litner (HOW TO BUY A BABY, POPULARITY PAPERS, RUN THE BIRD) is creator and executive producer, alongside executive producer Lauren Corber (DETENTION ADVENTURE, I HATE PEOPLE, PEOPLE HATE ME) of LoCo Motion Pictures. Chandler Levack (I LIKE MOVIES) directs and Palmer Baranek is supervising producer.