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PROGRAMMING
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Abroad is a half-hour, satirical sketch series that focuses on the immigrant experience in Canada. Starring and co-created by Isabel Kanaan, the show presents a humorous look at how immigrants think, perceive and deal with living in the country.
America's Got Talent
Undiscovered talent of all ages -- singers, dancers, magicians, comics, musicians, ventriloquists and more -- appear before celebrity judges, Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Heidi Klum & Howie Mandel, who decide which contestants move on in the competition each week. With the guidance of the show's host, Terry Crews, the audience learns the backstories of these amazing people as they strive to make it to the finale, where one talented performer wins a life-changing prize!
American Horror Story
In American Horror Story: Delicate, after multiple failed attempts of IVF, actress Anna Victoria Alcott wants nothing more than to start a family. As the buzz around her recent film grows, she fears that something may be targeting her - and her pursuit of motherhood.Bachelor In Paradise
Follow former bachelors and bachelorettes as they explore new relationships in a secluded, dreamy paradise in Mexico.Bachelor In Paradise Canada
Everybody deserves a second shot at love and the brave and brokenhearted fan faves from The Bachelor universe (Canada, U.S....and maybe even abroad) are ready to go another round. They are following their hearts to an all-new Paradise for a quintessentially Canadian summer of love. Follow former bachelors and bachelorettes as they explore new relationships in their secluded love-nest on the lake where their only job is to soak up the summer sun, cozy up by the bonfire, frolic in the water, take long romantic canoe rides under the vast Canadian star-filled sky...and fall in love.Berlin Station
Transitioning from his job as a CIA analyst in the U.S., cerebral officer Daniel Miller's new mission puts him under cover at the agency's Berlin branch, tasked with sorting out messy cases involving damaging leaks, whistle-blowers, terrorism and more. Mentored by jaded veteran officer Hector DeJean, Daniel learns the disorderly world of field work means dealing with deception, danger and moral compromises. As he dives deeper into the German capital's hall of mirrors and discovers conspiracies that lead back to Washington, D.C., he wonders if anyone can ever be the same after a posting to Berlin.Bob's Burgers
Bob with his ever-quirky family run the restaurant Bob’s Burgers. Bob’s wife, Linda, supports his dream as the restaurant is constantly in danger of going out of business. Despite the challenges -- Bob tries to keep the grill sizzling.Breakfast Television
Wake up every weekday morning on Breakfast Television, Canada’s longest-running morning show. Delivering the news you can use in a fulfilled local and national format alongside the rest of the BT family – Sid Seixeiro, Devo Brown, Frank Ferragine (aka Frankie Flowers), Melanie Ng, Stephanie Henry, and Tammie Sutherland. Relatable off-the-cuff moments and worthwhile information ensure BT viewers reconnect with their surroundings with a skip in their step and the pep they need to start their day.Breeders
Paul has moved out and is staying at Leah’s house. He should be lonely but the simpler life has its appeal. Meanwhile, Ally has her own problems with work, her early menopause and her increasingly strained relationship with her newly adolescent daughter. Gallows humor and large glasses of wine only go so far in quelling the angst…Canada's Got Talent
SEASON 3 COMING SPRING 2024! Got Talent is the world’s greatest talent competition for acts of all ages and sets out to discover the most unique, skilled, heartwarming and show stopping performers Canada has to offer. Dancers, singers, illusionists, comedians, and every imaginable talent in between will compete before a panel of celebrity judges, a live studio audience and the entire nation. With compelling stories and mesmerizing performances, this competition is unlike any other.Chicago Fire
As the firefighters, rescue squad and paramedics of Chicago Fire house 51 forge headfirst into danger, the choices they make can mean the difference between life and death. But from the relentless pressure of saving lives, an extended family is forged. Led by Chief Wallace Boden, Matthew Casey, Kelly Severide, and the others know, when it's go time, Firehouse 51 lays it all on the line for each other. This high-octane drama from Executive Producer Dick Wolf offers an edge-of-your-seat view into the lives of everyday heroes committed to one of America's noblest professions, Chicago Fire.Chicago Med
The city's most highly skilled medical team, Chicago Med, saves lives, while navigating their unique interpersonal relationships. The Gaffney Chicago Medical Center's elite team of dedicated doctors, nurses and staff face challenges each day as they do what it takes to treat their patients, sometimes in surprisingly inventive ways. As the city's last line of defense, doctors Charles, Reese, Halstead, Rhodes, Choi, and Manning; nurses Sexton and Lockwood; and hospital administrator Sharon Goodwin embody the heart of Dick Wolf's triad of Chicago series.Chicago PD
From Emmy®-winning producer Dick Wolf and the team behind Chicago Fire comes Chicago PD, a gripping police drama about those who put it all on the line to serve and protect. District 21 of the Chicago Police Department is made up of two distinctly different groups: The uniformed cops who patrol the beat and deal with street crimes, and the intelligence unit, the team that combats the city’s major offenses, such as organized crime, drug trafficking and high-profile murders. Leading the intelligence team is Sgt. Hank Voight (Jason Beghe), a man not against skirting the law in the pursuit of justice.Cityline
CityNews
CityNews is an award-winning news brand and leader in delivering viewer-driven stories that reflect the communities it serves. CityNews audiences benefit from the collective strength and perspectives of our radio, television, and digital news teams across Canada (Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Montreal, Halifax, Kitchener, Ottawa & The Valley, Toronto, and Vancouver) with breaking news, traffic, and weather live 24/7. Canadians can now Watch, Listen and Connect with the CityNews brand on the radio, smart speaker, online through the app, across your preferred social media channels, and nightly on Citytv. CityNews truly is Everywhere. Tune in nightly at 6 & 11 PM (and 5 PM on weekdays in Toronto).Colin From Accounts
COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS is centered on Ashley and Gordon, two single-ish, complex humans who are brought together by a car accident and an injured dog. Flawed, funny people choosing each other and being brave enough to show their true self, scars and all, as they navigate life together.Dancing with the Stars
Dancing with the Stars” is the hit series hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough in which celebrities are paired with trained ballroom dancers to compete in themed choreographed dance routines that are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts, including Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough.Dateline
Dateline, the signature primetime broadcast premiered in 1992. Since then, it has pioneered a new approach to primetime news programming. The franchise, allows for consistent and comprehensive reporting, investigative features, breaking news coverage and newsmaker profiles.Family Guy
Family Guy continues to entertain its die-hard fan base with razor-sharp humor, spot-on parodies, spectacular animation and orchestra-backed original music.Fargo
After an unexpected series of events lands “Dorothy ‘Dot’ Lyon” (Juno Temple) in hot water with the authorities, this seemingly typical Midwestern housewife is suddenly plunged back into a life she thought she had left behind.Found
In any given year, more than 600,000 people are reported missing in the U.S. More than half that number are people of colour that the country seems to forget about. A public relations specialist, Gabi Mosely (series star and producer Shanola Hampton) – who was once herself one of those forgotten ones – and her crisis management team now make sure there is always someone looking out for the forgotten missing people. But unbeknownst to anyone, this everyday hero is hiding a chilling secret of her own.Graves
The half-hour dramedy stars Nick Nolte as former two-term U.S. President Richard Graves, who searches for the man he used to be 25 years after leaving the White House. He's on a quest to right the wrongs of his administration and to tout some of its proudest victories, from immigration and gay rights to foreign policy and funding for arts and sciences. The journey is compounded by his wife Margaret's decision to finally pursue her own political ambitions, in addition to surprising revelations about his son and daughter.Hell’s Kitchen
On this season, it’s Battle of the Ages with 18 contestants competing to win big in Hell’s Kitchen. This time, the teams are divided by age group, 40-somethings in the blue team and 20-somethings in the red team!Hockey Night In Canada
Bringing Canadians the best hockey action every Saturday night from coast-to-coast, Hockey Night in Canada enjoys a rich tradition of uniting the nation around the sport; especially through marquee events such as the NHL All-Star Game, the Bridgestone NHL Classic and as the exclusive home of the Stanley Cup Finals. Committed to community-building, Hockey Night in Canada is proud of its association with grass root events such as Kraft Hockeyville, Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada and Play On!Hudson & Rex
Detective Charlie Hudson (John Reardon), a cunning Major Crimes detective for the St. John’s Police Department, teams up with an unusual partner – Rex (Diesel vom Burgimwald), a former-K9 German Shepherd, whose heightened senses keep Charlie hot on the trail of his suspects. With Charlie’s deft detective work and Rex’s keen canine senses, this crime-fighting pair is unstoppable.
Hudson & Rex is a lighthearted police procedural starring John Reardon (Van Helsing), Mayko Nguyen (Killjoys), Kevin Hanchard (Orphan Black), and Justin Kelly (Wynonna Earp).
Impractical Jokers
This hilarious series features four friends, known as the Tenderloins, competing in unbelievably awkward social experiments -- all recorded by hidden cameras. But in this show, winning doesn't matter ... it's the loser who counts, because he or she gets punished in the most mortifying challenge ever! From eating food off other people's plates at a high-end restaurant to creating the worst possible first impression at a speed-dating event to working for tips at a fast-food place as others dictate what to say and do via an earpiece, the contestants had better not lose too many challenges, or they'll have to endure one final embarrassing task. Punishments can be big public spectacles, hilarious one-on-one encounters, gross acts of humiliation or any combination thereof!It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia returns for a record-extending Sweet 16 Season. The Gang is ripping straight from the headlines as they yearn for the past and attempt to survive the year, navigating 2023 with 16 years of baggage and a few figures from their past rearing their heads.
Jimmy Kimmel Live
The Award-winning late-night talk show well known for its huge viral video successes. The show features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along with comedy bits and a house band.Judge Steve Harvey
Courtroom Comedy. Real-life people with real-life conflicts will present their case in his courtroom, ranging from family disputes, unpaid bets, sour friendships, and everything in between.
Katiba Banat: Sisters in Arms
Katiba Banat: Sisters in Arms uncovers the previously hidden stories of Canadian women who helped liberate South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation. Displaced by war as teenagers, they were trained and armed for battle and formed lifelong bonds rooted in shared hope for a more secure future for their children and their nation. In this intimate five-part documentary series, they share their stories for the first time.
Amel, Yar, Lucy, Amoul and their “sisters in arms” joined the Katiba Banat, the women’s regiment of the SPLA, during the Second Sudanese Civil War (1983-2005) and immigrated to Canada over 20 years ago. They haven’t seen one another in person for decades. The series weaves together their stories of young lives interrupted by civil war, archival footage, a trip to modern day South Sudan and the Kakuma region where many South Sudanese refugees still live and a long-awaited reunion.
The series was produced and directed by Vancouver filmmaker Adhel Arop, the daughter of Katiba Banat veteran Amel Aluk, in association with Rogers Sports & Media, the Canadian Media Fund, Rogers Documentary Fund, Rogers Telefund, Creative BC, The Province of British Columbia Film Incentive and the Canadian Film or Video Tax Credit.
Krapopolis
Set in mythical ancient Greece, it tells the story of a dysfunctional family of humans, gods and monsters that try their hand at running the world’s first cities – without trying to kill each other, that is.Law & Order
Television’s defining procedural drama is back. From legendary Emmy® Award-winning executive producer and creator Dick Wolf, the original "Law & Order" returns to continue its historic legacy with an all-new season of timely cases inspired by today’s biggest global headlines. Featuring new stars and returning favourites, the iconic, Emmy® Award-winning drama resumes its classic two-part approach examining both the police who investigate crime and the district attorneys who prosecute the offenders.Law & Order: Organized Crime
Christopher Meloni, reprising his role as Elliot Stabler, returns to the NYPD to battle organized crime after a devastating personal loss, in Law & Order: Organized Crime. However, the city and police department have changed dramatically in the decade he's been away, and he must adapt to a criminal justice system in the midst of its own moment of reckoning. Stabler will aim to find absolution and rebuild his life while leading an elite new task force that is taking apart the city's most powerful crime syndicates one by one.Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
From the creator of the longest-running drama series on television, "Law & Order", comes a powerful series chronicling the life and crimes of the Special Victims Unit of the NYPD. Each episode follows the exploits of the dedicated detectives as they attempt to solve the city's most complex cases. They diligently follow lead after lead, relentless in their quest for justice and the search for truth.Law & Order: Toronto
COMING SPRING 2024
The all-new, one-hour crime drama Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent is an adaptation of the legendary Law & Order brand, slated to air on Citytv in Spring 2024. Produced by Lark Productions and Cameron Pictures Inc., in association with Citytv, Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent consists of 10 one-hour episodes, with production taking place this fall in Toronto. Based on the classic series created by Dick Wolf for Universal Television, Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent will showcase original Canadian stories written and produced by, and starring, Canadians. As a psychological thriller wrapped in a criminal investigation, Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent follows an elite squad of detectives who investigate high-profile crime and corruption in metro Toronto.
Leopard Skin
When a criminal gang seeks shelter in a remote paradise after a botched jewelry heist, they take Alba, Batty and their guests hostage. Soon after, a series of murderous secrets, cold-hearted betrayals and shocking desires bubble to the surface as everyone awaits their fate.Let's Make A Deal
LET’S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME, hosted by Emmy Award winner Wayne Brady, is back with three new specials on Citytv and Citytv+. This season, costumed contestants will be making wacky deals for the biggest prizes in the show’s history!Mayans
Mayans M.C. follows the life of Ezekiel “EZ” Reyes, president of the Mayans M.C. charter on the border of California and Mexico. EZ has now risen to lead his brother Angel and the Santo Padre M.C. in a bloody war against their rival Sons of Anarchy. Defending the California territory and patch begins to claim lives within the club and causes strain between EZ and Angel.
Our Big Punjabi Family
Get ready to dive into a world of unconditional love, laughs and chaos under one roof, with Our Big Punjabi Family! Brace yourselves for a hilarious rollercoaster ride as Sitara, Sunny, and their fun-loving Punjabi family bring hilarious and heartwarming moments to your screens.
PAUL T. GOLDMAN
Paul T. Goldman is a mind-bending series from the director of Borat Subsequent Moviefilm and the producers of The Disaster Artist. It’s a project that director Jason Woliner has been shooting for over a decade and a story that continues to pile on jaw-dropping new twists. In the style of Woliner’s work on Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, the series is a groundbreaking project that mixes fact and fiction to tell a bizarre and incredible tale about a man named Paul T. Goldman, and his book about discovering his wife’s alleged secret double life.Poker Face
RETURNING FOR SEASON 2! Poker Face is a 10-episode mystery-of-the-week series following Natasha Lyonne's Charlie, who has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone is lying. She hits the road with her Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can't help but solve.Quantum Leap
It’s been nearly 30 years since Dr. Sam Beckett stepped into the Quantum Leap accelerator and vanished. Now, a new team, led by physicist Ben Song (Raymond Lee), has been assembled to restart the project in hope of understanding the mysteries behind the machine and the man who created it. Everything changes, however, when Ben makes an unauthorized leap into the past. Leaving the team to solve the mystery of Ben’s leap to bring him home or lose him forever.The Bachelorette
One lucky woman is offered the chance to find true love. A single and eligible Bachelorette embarks on a romantic journey, getting to know a number of handsome men, gradually narrowing the field as she continues her search for her soul mate. At the end of this romantic voyage, if she has found the one, will there be a proposal — and will she say yes?The Chase
The Chase is a heart-racing quiz show where three competitors must pit their wits and face off against the Chaser, a ruthless quiz genius determined to stop them from winning cash prizes. Each hour-long episode is a fast-paced battle of brainpower, where contestants are challenged to think faster than they ever thought possible to answer up to 166 questions across all topics.The Golden Bachelor
The Golden Bachelor showcases a whole new kind of love story – one for the golden years. On this all-new unscripted series, one hopeless romantic is given a second chance at love in the search for a partner with whom to share the sunset years of life. The women arriving at the mansion have a lifetime of experience, living through love, loss and laughter, hoping for a spark that ignites a future full of endless possibilities. In the end, will our Golden man turn the page to start a new chapter with the woman of his dreams?The Inspired Unemployed Impractical Jokers
What happens when you give four Aussie mates who are worldwide internet sensations their own TV show? Absolute mayhem, that's what. Welcome to the world of The Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers.
Join Jack, Liam, Dom and Falcon as they egg each other on to make absolute fools of themselves in a public setting. With no one else in on the joke, the foursome compete to embarrass each other in the biggest way possible, with those failing at the task given a humiliating punishment.
All captured by hidden cameras, it's awkwardness at its absolute best with sidesplittingly hilarious outcomes.
The Irrational
Alec Baker (Jesse L. Martin, "Law & Order"), a world-renowned professor of behavioral science, lends his expertise to an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement and corporations with his unique and unexpected approach to understanding human behavior.
The Jennifer Hudson Show
A two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist, Academy Award-winning actress, Emmy Award-winning producer, and best-selling author, Jennifer Hudson is an extraordinary talent. Hudson, the newest voice in daytime talk, takes centre stage when Fox Television Stations launches “The Jennifer Hudson Show” in Fall 2022. https://jenniferhudsonshow.comThe Old Man
New Season This Fall “The Old Man” centres on Dan Chase who absconded from the CIA decades ago and has been living off the grid since. When an assassin arrives and tries to take Chase out, the old operative learns that to ensure his future he must reconcile his past. The FBI’s Assistant Director for Counterintelligence is called to hunt Chase down because of his complicated past with the rogue fugitive.The Price is Right
Television's longest-running game show, featuring host Drew Carey, where audience members play to win cash and prizes. Winner of over 30 Emmy awards.
The Simpsons
The Simpsons exploded into popular culture in 1989 and has remained one of the most groundbreaking and innovative entertainment franchises. Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie are instantly identifiable television icons.Welcome to Wrexham
Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool) and Rob McElhenney (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia) bought the third oldest professional football club in the world, a Welsh team in the town of Wrexham, which is on the brink of dissolution. Welcome to Wrexham is a docu series tracking the dreams and worries of Wrexham, a working-class town in North Wales, UK, as two Hollywood stars take ownership of the town’s historic yet struggling football club.Your success is our success. We are partners you can count on, today and in the future. Let's get started!