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CBC, Rogers Media to share Mr. D and Young Drunk Punk (exclusive)
After partnering to keep Hockey Night in Canada on CBC, both networks have carved out exclusive windows for season four of the Gerry Dee-starrer and the rookie Bruce McCulloch chuckler.
Legendary Pictures options Andrew Pyper novel
The Pacific Rim (pictured) producer picked up an upcoming supernatural thriller from the Toronto-based novelist.
Cineplex delays release of The Interview
UPDATED: Following a similar decision by a host of U.S. exhibitors, Sony cancels release of the Seth Rogen-starring film altogether.
CRTC gains powers to fine regulatory offenders
Following passage of Bill C-43 amendments, companies that breach regulations face penalties of up to $15 million for violations.
HBO Canada preps January debut for Sports on Fire
The six-part series from Project 10 Productions and Two 4 The Money Media brings fresh angles to iconic sporting moments.
CBC orders Nova Scotia-set miniseries Studio Black!
The ambitious four-parter is based on Nova Scotian folklore captured by an American historian during a 1923 visit to the province and its black communities.
How do you sell Canada to Hollywood as loonie plunges?
Talk tax credit stability and talent, not as much about currency, local players tell Playback Daily.
Millennium to release April Mullen’s 88 stateside
The indie distributor grabbed the U.S. home entertainment rights to the revenge thriller from Wango Films. (Mullen pictured)
Karen Walton’s Ava Lee novel adaptation lands with CBC
The TV development deal between the pubcaster and Strada Films follows attempts to get the crime series adapted as a movie franchise. (Walton pictured.)
Floyd Kane, Director X team up for Undone racial drama
The directorial feature debut for the veteran music video maker is shooting in Halifax.
CTV sets launch dates for mid-season additions
The net is debuting the seven-part event series Marvel’s Agent Carter on Jan. 6, as it brings back Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Mathieu Denis’ Corbo heads to Berlin
The FLQ drama will screen in the festival’s Generation 2015 sidebar for coming of age features aimed at young audiences.
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