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Citytv remains home for trusted prime time hits & big live events

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From a media release:

Today, Rogers premier television network Citytv announced the return of its big nights of entertainment with fan-favourite hits and unmissable live events that reaffirm Citytv’s position as a powerhouse destination, reaching more than 27.7M Canadians** through live and on-demand viewing combined.   

NEW AND RETURNING CANADIAN ORIGINALS FOR 2026/27: 

Earlier today, Citytv announced the return of its hit original series Hudson & Rex this fall with an action-packed 12-episode season. John Reardon returns as Detective Charlie Hudson and is reunited with his trusted canine-partner Rex, alongside returning cast members Mayko Nguyen (Dr. Sarah Truong), Kevin Hanchard (Superintendent Joseph Donovan), Justin Kelly (Tech Analyst Jesse Mills) and Luke Roberts (Detective Mark Hudson).  

Come On Down, Canada! Citytv original series The Price is Right Tonight has been renewed for Season 2 with production slated to begin this June in Toronto. Airing on Citytv this fall, The Price is Right Tonight Season 2 has special episodes featuring some of the NHL’s biggest stars and festive holiday cheer. 

Plus, Emmy® Award-winning actor Luke Kirby joins the cast of Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent in Season 4, returning this fall on Citytv. The award-winning series will see Kirby play new character Detective Sergeant John Darcy, who is called up from Guns & Gangs to partner with Detective Sergeant Frankie Bateman (played by Kathleen Munroe) in Homicide. The series is produced by Lark Productions and Cameron Pictures in association with Universal International Studios, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Citytv, a subsidiary of Rogers Sports & Media. 

Breakfast Television remains the #1 morning show in Ontario*** with hosts Dina Pugliese, Tim Bolen, Rick Campanelli, Tammie Sutherland, Stella Acquisto, and Caryn Ceolin getting viewers excited and ready for the day.  

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Citytv renews Hudson & Rex for new season and announces return of John Reardon

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From a media release:

Citytv today announced the return of its hit original series Hudson & Rex this fall with an action-packed 12-episode new season. John Reardon returns as Detective Charlie Hudson and is reunited with his trusted canine-partner Rex, alongside returning cast members Mayko Nguyen (Dr. Sarah Truong), Kevin Hanchard (Superintendent Joseph Donovan), Justin Kelly (Tech Analyst Jesse Mills) and Luke Roberts (Detective Mark Hudson). 

“I’m excited to step back into the role of Charlie as Hudson and Rex moves into its next chapter,” said John Reardon. “The series has earned a passionate audience around the world, and I’m grateful for the continued support. I’m looking forward to beginning production on the new season with the cast, crew, creative team, production, and network partners – and to sharing more adventures with Rex and the fans.” 

Production for the new season is scheduled to begin in June in St. John’s, Newfoundland. When viewers last saw Charlie Hudson, he was heading to South America in search of his missing brother, Jack. Next season will see Charlie shocking everyone with his return to St. John’s with one final task to accomplish before putting the Belize nightmare behind him. Charlie’s return creates a complicated dilemma for loyal Rex and sets off a chain reaction inside the St. John’s Police Department. 

  “John is a talented actor and we’re incredibly pleased to have him return as Detective Charlie Hudson,” said Christina Jennings, Chairman & CEO, Shaftesbury. “We know that fans missed him and so did we. We look forward to getting back to work and bringing fans an exciting new season.” 

“Hudson and Rex has been a staple on the Citytv schedule for nearly a decade and we’re thrilled to bring it back for viewers with John returning as Charlie for another season of action-packed crime-solving drama,” said Kale Stockwell, Head of Original Programming, Rogers Sports & Media.  

Produced by Shaftesbury and Pope Productions Ltd., in association with Citytv and Beta Film, the new 12-episode season builds on its passionate and loyal fanbase. Hudson & Rex has been sold to more than 100 territories including the United States, Italy, Germany, and France. Sherry White is the series showrunner and Christina Jennings, Scott Garvie, Lisa Porter, John Reardon, Kevin Hanchard and Sherri Davis serve as executive producers. Beta Film handles the distribution of Hudson & Rex. 

  

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Proven hits return to Citytv & Citytv+; Hudson & Rex names new lead

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From a media release:

Rogers flagship television network Citytv announced its 2025/26 programming slate today, anchored by new seasons of returning hits, buzzy new series and big live events that drove Citytv’s audience growth this season across full day and primetime**.

“Whether it’s original dramas, lifestyle programming or live sports, the focus of our long-term content investments is to give Canadian audiences the premium entertainment experiences they want, and how they want to watch it,” said Colette Watson, President, Rogers Sports & Media.

“We’ve got a powerful lineup this broadcast season that reflects the strength and stability of Citytv, cementing the network as one of Canada’s most desirable entertainment brands,” said Hayden Mindell, Senior Vice President, Television, Rogers Sports & Media. “Citytv is built on viewer-driven programming that advertisers can depend on to offer consistent audience reach week after week.”

CANADIAN ORIGINALS

Come On Down, Canada! Based on the smash-hit global format from Fremantle, The Price is Right Tonight (working title) is an all-new one-hour primetime edition of the iconic brand, hosted by legendary comedian and television personality Howie Mandel. Slated to air in Spring 2026, The Price is Right Tonight (working title) consists of 12 one-hour episodes with production beginning this December in Toronto. The Price is Right is the most successful and longest-running gameshow in TV history.

“I’ve been a fan of The Price is Right my entire life, so stepping into this iconic role is an absolute thrill,” said Howie Mandel, Host, The Price is Right Tonight (working title). “The Price is Right Tonight will bring a fresh, high-energy twist to everything people love about the original – big games, lots of laughs, and fun surprises! I can’t wait to say ‘come on down!’ to a whole new generation of Canadian fans.”

This September, the Toronto International Film Festival presented by Rogers celebrates 50 years as one of the world’s most revered film festivals. Citytv is bringing Canadians closer to the glitz and glam with a live one-hour red carpet special, hosted by Arisa Cox.

Hot off the heels of winning Best Drama Series at the Canadian Screen Awards, Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent returns with an all-new season set to debut in midseason, produced in partnership with Lark Productions and Cameron Pictures Inc.

Beloved Hudson & Rex returns for Season 8 with Luke Roberts (Game of Thrones, Ransom) officially joining the cast as Detective Mark Hudson. Production for Season 8 is currently underway in St. John’s, Newfoundland and will premiere this fall. [Editor’s Note: A spokesperson for Citytv confirms John Reardon will not return to the series.]

And, Breakfast Television, Ontario’s #1 morning show***, continues to brighten mornings from 6-10 a.m. with Dina Pugliese, Tim Bolen, and the rest of the Breakfast Television family – Devo Brown, Melanie Ng, Caryn Ceolin, and Tammie Sutherland – for the latest news, entertainment, celebrity interviews, lifestyle content, and more. 

NEW & RETURNING SERIES AND LIVE EVENTS FOR 2025/26:

Citytv and Citytv+ welcome 21 returning hits, three new series, and a slew of iconic special events including:

Hit reality/competition series The Golden Bachelor, Dancing with the Stars, and On Brand with Jimmy Fallon
Gripping dramas Brilliant Minds, Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Law & Order: Organized Crime, Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent, Hudson & Rex, The Hunting Party, Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D.

· Animated comedies The Simpsons, Universal Basic Guys, Bob’s Burgers, and Krapopolis

· High-energy game show series The Price is Right Tonight (working title)

· Pre-historic series Surviving Earth

· Newsmagazine series Dateline

· Iconic special events “Making of Wicked” with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, Dick Clark’s New Years Rockin’ Eve, Hockey Night in Canada, Return to Downton Abbey: A Grand Event, and The 68th GRAMMY Awards

New this fall is unscripted series On Brand with Jimmy Fallon, which follows The Tonight Show host as he starts a premier marketing agency and fills it with the most creative, clever, and competitive go-getters he can find. Marketing titan, author, and entrepreneur Bozoma Saint John (The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills) stars alongside Fallon to mentor the creatives and evaluate their work. Also coming soon is the eight-episode pre-historic series Surviving Earth, which takes a journey into prehistory to learn the lessons from past mass extinctions.

Plus, Academy Award-nominated stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will lead a one-time only “Making of Wicked” special event from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles this fall.

NEW THIS SUMMER:

Citytv and Citytv+ are heating up this summer with an all-new season of Bachelor in Paradise featuring host Jesse Palmer, bartender Wells Adams, and the newest addition former Bachelorette Hannah Brown, starting Monday, July 7. Then, Steve Harvey hosts a new season of Celebrity Family Feud where teams of celebrities and their families face off to name the top responses to questions posed to 100 people, premiering Thursday, July 10. Plus, don’t miss new episodes of jaw-dropping talent on America’s Got Talent followed by reality competition series Destination X on Tuesdays.

All the newly announced titles and returning hits on Citytv are also available to stream on Citytv+ along with an expansive content library of the latest episodes and past seasons of popular programming from Bravo, Discovery, Food Network, HGTV, Magnolia Network, ID, Cooking, OWN, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Discovery Science, OMNI Television and more.

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Four-part miniseries Disrepair debuts on Bell Fibe TV1

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From a media release:

The entertainment world is buzzing with excitement as we approach the premiere of the highly anticipated four-part mini-series, Disrepair. Set to debut on January 29, 2025, on Bell Fibe TV1, this gripping series stars acclaimed actors Matthew Sauvé, John Reardon, and Tommy James Murphy.

Disrepair takes a timely and poignant look at the essential conversations surrounding mental health and addiction. The series offers a raw and realistic portrayal of the struggles faced by individuals battling these issues and the profound impact they have on family dynamics. The creators aim to contribute to the ongoing dialogue about mental health awareness, emphasizing the importance of seeking support in challenging times.

At the heart of the story is Jake Thomas, portrayed by Matthew Sauvé, Greg Thomas portrayed by John Reardon, and James Thomas portrayed by Tommy James Murphy. After years of navigating the tumultuous waters of addiction, Jake finally finds himself sober but is determined to mend the broken relationships that his struggles have left in their wake. The series delves deep into themes of love, loss, and the intricate dynamics of addiction and recovery, offering viewers an emotional journey that resonates on multiple levels.

The four episodes of Disrepair are set to provide a powerful exploration of the complexities of addiction.

Here’s a brief breakdown of the episodes:

Episode 1 – “Home Sweet Home”: Jake returns to a family that has been waiting for his sobriety but is unsure of how to reconnect.

Episode 2 – “Why Do You Hate Me?”: Tensions rise as unresolved feelings and past grievances come to light.

Episode 3 – What Have I Done?: Jake confronts the consequences of his addiction and seeks forgiveness from those he has hurt.

Episode 4 – Brotherly Love: In the series finale, Jake strives to rebuild the familial bonds that were shattered, showcasing the resilience needed for recovery.

Under the brilliant direction of Andrew Ravindran, Disrepair benefits from a unique storytelling perspective that creates a heartfelt narrative, resonating deeply with audiences. Ravindran’s vision lends authenticity and emotional depth to a series that promises to leave a lasting impression.

Written by Tommy James Murphy, Disrepair boasts a talented production team, including Ray Hoang, David M. James, Robin Osmond, Dixon Productions, Nameless Films, and RavinMurph Pictures. The series also features an original song titled “Disrepair,” performed by WILHELM, written by Simon Wilcox and Scott Helman, alongside an evocative original score by Max White.

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Link: Hudson & Rex trainer confirms show’s beloved dog star has ‘passed away,’ new canines have taken over role

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From Kelli Bender of People:

Link: Hudson & Rex trainer confirms show’s beloved dog star has ‘passed away,’ new canines have taken over role

Police procedural drama Hudson & Rex is mourning the loss of a crucial cast member.

Diesel vom Burgimwald, the German shepherd who portrayed the titular K9 Rex in the series, “passed away” during the production of Season 7, according to Sherri Davis, the executive producer and dog master for Shaftesbury’s Hudson & Rex. Continue reading.

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