Year after year, Corus stands out in the Quebec market thanks to its specialty channels that reach both men, women and families with children. Each month, more than 4.5 million Quebeckers from all over the province watch their favorite shows on the French-language channels of Corus. With the arrival of entertaining programming, including several new features and the return of television viewers’ favorite shows, this fall is not likely to be an exception.
“After this unprecedented year, Corus recently made significant investments in prestigious acquisitions in order to improve the programming of our channels, ”announces Julie Godon, Senior Director of French-language specialty channels. “Thanks to the series and stories from here and elsewhere that will be added to the programming starting this fall and for the coming year, we are convinced that viewers will be there and that your campaigns will be of the utmost importance. efficient. We are ready for the next year… On your marks, let’s go! », Enthusiastically affirms Carol-Ann Kairns, General Manager of National Sales at Corus.
PLUS SERIES
Number 1 fiction channel in Quebec, Séries Plus has been offering high-caliber entertainment for more than 20 years. She wows viewers with her captivating storylines and gripping investigations. It is therefore no surprise that 13 of the 30 most watched shows in winter 2021 on specialty channels belong to him. From August 30 until winter, several new features will be added to the already high level of suspense and emotion.
The global phenomenon CSI will make a big comeback on television with a reunion of all of the original cast of CSI: Vegas. In this expected return of the 21’s most watched drama seriese century, the team of forensic investigators will welcome a new generation of forensic criminals with whom they will attempt to restore order and justice in Sin City. Crime and investigation enthusiasts will also be delighted by the new Italian thriller Masantonio, who follows a detective with a unique personality and extraordinary faculties in his quest to find missing persons. The suspense will continue with the arrival on the airwaves of FBI : International, a third variation of the popular series FBI and FBI: wanted, who will also be back this winter.
Another new feature to be added to the Séries Plus schedule this fall: the drama series The Republic of Sarah*, which tells the story of the quiet town of Greylock, New Hampshire, whose future is threatened by the discovery of a precious mineral in its territory. Faced with the threat of expropriation experienced by her friends and family, Sarah Cooper uses an obscure cartographic flaw to make her city nothing less than a country in its own right. Shot in Quebec and inspired by the history of our beautiful province, this series is sure to win the hearts of Quebecers.
The action will also be there thanks to the new series MacGyver, in which a young man uses his vast scientific knowledge and extraordinary talent to solve problems in unconventional ways in order to save lives.
In December, for the holiday season, viewers will be treated to a marathon of films combining high-caliber Oscar-nominated feature films, as well as several Christmas films.
Finally, let’s talk about the ViacomCBS series NCIS, NCIS : Los Angeles, NCIS: New Orleans, Blue Bloods, Bull, Charmed, and An exemplary struggle, Canadian series Nurses: states of grace, Burden of proof, Last stopover and Private investigators, or Station 19 and Scott & Bailey: criminal cases, all these series will be back this year with new episodes, to the delight of those who are there every week to follow the evolution of the plots.
STORY
Thanks to the captivating stories it tells and the authentic people it introduces, the Historia channel constantly brings viewers into universes as surprising as they are mysterious. Its programming combining a variety of local productions and impactful acquisitions has earned it a marked growth in its market share, an increase of 14% in the last year.
To build on its momentum, Historia will broadcast three new original productions this fall. In search of finds that may have great resale value, the two history-loving antique dealers of Lost in the dust will take viewers to unusual places. The documentary SAQ: 100 years of history, produced as part of the centenary celebrations of this emblematic banner and hosted by Francis Reddy, will focus in particular on the distinctive relationship that Quebecers have with alcohol, the evolution of the state corporation as well as the important role it played in the development of modern Quebec. Finally, The Manic GT: the people’s car will discover the beautiful and dramatic history behind the only Quebec production car ever produced by going to meet enthusiasts who, even today, pamper this car produced in only 150 copies. Two other original productions will be added to this list next winter and spring: The treasure of Saint-Castin, which will introduce a historical figure larger than life, and Motorcycle nomads, in which three acolytes will set off on the less traveled roads in Quebec.
Historia will also satisfy those thirsty for mystery and culture with the addition of several new features. Among those, The Secret History of the United States (VF de America’s Book of Secrets) – starring Lance Reddick – will lift the veil on power behind the scenes; Man Vs History*, in which storyteller and historian Bil Lepp attempts to uncover the truth behind the mysteries and legends of history; Beyond Oak Island (VF de Beyond Oak Island) will feature the greatest treasure hunts of the past, present and, who knows, maybe even the future; Modern Marvels : Food* dig deep into the popular history of your favorite snack foods; and the series The giants who forged America (VF de The Titans That Built America) and The food that forged America (VF de Food That Built America) will show you the secrets behind the greatest innovations and the most delicious creations. Historia will also present three documentaries from the series The great mysteries of history (VF de History’s Greatest Mysteries), hosted by award-winning actor Laurence Fishburne. They will explore fascinating subjects and the mysteries that surround them: the escape of John Wilkes Booth, the hunt for DB Cooper and the disappearance of Ernest Shackleton’s ship.
Historical documentaries will also be presented. To mark the 20th anniversary of the sad events that shook the United States, September 11: the last minutes of the flight 93 (VF de 9/11 : The Final Minutes of Flight 93) and September 11: the Pentagon (VF de 9/11: The Pentagon) will be part of the programming. To mark Remembrance Day, in A fight to end it (VF de Fight to the Finish), more than 50 Canadian veterans will share their experiences during the Second World War.
Mechanical and construction enthusiasts will not be left out, while Rust Valley Mechanics (VF de Rust Valley Restorers) and Assembly required (VF de Assembly Required), hosted by Tim Allen and Richard Karn, will also be added to the fall schedule. The original production Transmission impossible, the number 1 show on the channel since it first aired, will be back with several new episodes this winter.
Popular acquisitions Pawn Stars: pawn shops, The curse of Oak Island, Le secret du ranch Skinwalker, The a $ of the flea market and Of steel and fire, as well as the original production Auction fever: new generation, will all be back in September with new episodes.
Teletoon at night
At nightfall, Télétoon transforms itself to offer fans of irreverent and crazy humor a television offer in their image. Thanks to its programming dedicated to an informed public and presenting series in which anything goes, Télétoon la nuit stands out by reaching a high proportion of adults aged 18 to 34, a quarter of its viewers being part of this target group. .
This year, the great classics of the chain, including The simpsons and Family Guy, will continue to entertain viewers. Series The bizarre stories of Professor Unown will also be celebrating with 10 new episodes.
In the winter, The Teletoon Show will return to the channel in a new skit-focused format. In this show with always so quirky humor, Didier Lambert will welcome guests from various backgrounds to give them a surprising and destabilizing experience. Illnesses assured!
Youth channels
The Disney channel and Teletoon each offer tailor-made programming for children, teens and families, and featuring some of the most popular franchises here and elsewhere.
On Télétoon, do not miss Les Fungies, Extreme daycare as well as the many programs derived from the popular franchises Teen Titans Go, LEGO and Pokémon.
On the Disney channel side, the little ones will be happy to see and re-watch their favorite shows, including Peppa Pig, Mickey and his friends: Good start! and Gigantosaurus, while the older ones will appreciate the return of Sydney au max, Camp Kikiwaka and Raven.
The cinema meetings will also be back in the fall on both channels.
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