Best of the Year 2024

Film of the Year 2024: The Apprentice

The Canadian copro explores the history of one of the U.S.’s most divisive political figures.

Deal of the Year 2024: Lionsgate and Entertainment One

Lionsgate’s Kevin Beggs and Jocelyn Hamilton unpack how the US$375 million acquisition has been a boon for the larger studio and its newly minted Canadian division.

TV Directors of the Year 2024: Tanya Talaga, Courtney Montour

The duo discuss the process of bringing Talaga’s bestselling book The Knowing to the screen.

French-Language Series of the Year 2024: Survivor Québec

The localized version of the legendary franchise has amassed a dedicated fanbase with the help of strategic programming and promotion from Noovo.

Dealmaker of the Year 2024: 9 Story’s Vince Commisso

The 9 Story president and CEO discusses the synergies created through Scholastic’s $250 million investment.

Scripted Series of the Year 2024: Geek Girl

The Canada and U.K. coproduction stepped into the global limelight in spring, attracting millions of views in its first four weeks.

Changemaker of the Year 2024: Kerry Swanson

The CEO of the Indigenous Screen Office discusses the organization’s historic year securing permanent funding from the federal government.

Showrunner of the Year 2024: Tassie Cameron

The producers behind Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent discuss bringing the beloved franchise to Canada.

Film Director of the Year 2024: Ricardo Trogi

The director reflects on his record-breaking box office streak following the release of 1995.

Production Company of the Year 2024: Blink49 Studios

The Best of the Year company is balancing its successful scripted slate with new unscripted greenlights and service work opportunities.

Doc of the Year: The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal

Director Mike Downie and executive producer Jake Gold discuss how the four-part documentary has solidified the legacy of the beloved Kingston, Ont. band.

Playback presents its 2024 Best of the Year

We’ve named 11 people, companies and projects that found ways to inspire, surprise and impress us this year.