TV series
This Hour Has 22 Minutes is a weekly Canadian television comedy that airs on CBC Television. Launched in 1993 during Canada's 35th general election, the show focuses on Canadian politics, combining news parody, sketch comedy and satirical editorials. Originally featuring Cathy Jones, Rick Mercer, Greg Thomey and Mary Walsh, the series featured satirical sketches of the weekly news and Canadian political events. The show's format is a mock news program, intercut with comic sketches, parody commercials and humorous interviews of public figures. The on-location segments are frequently filmed with slanted camera angles.
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This Hour Has 22 Minutes premiered October 11, 1993. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
This Hour Has 22 Minutes is a weekly Canadian television comedy that airs on CBC Television. Launched in 1993 during Canada's 35th general election, the show focuses on Canadian politics, combining news parody, sketch comedy and satirical editorials. Originally featuring Cathy Jones, Rick Mercer, Greg Thomey and Mary Walsh, the series featured satirical sketches of the weekly news and Canadian political events. The show's format is a mock news program, intercut with comic sketches, parody commercials and humorous interviews of public figures. The on-location segments are frequently filmed with slanted camera angles.
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Episode 1
Federal Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan guest stars when This Hour Has 22 Minutes returns for its 24th season. The premiere also features a field report from the most-watched U.S. presidential debate ever, a look at the Liberal government’s spending habits, and Things get Stranger.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 2
We catch up with Donald Trump in NYC. The episode also features the return of Agnes, a look at the Rogue Tenor’s new album, and we Netflix and chill.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 3
We catch up with Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton as they prepare for the final Presidential debate. The episode also features the return of Hipster Chef and a look back at the Liberal's first year in office.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 4
We get a closer look at locker room talk, examine the left wing media conspiracy, and meet Trump's PR firm. The episode also features alternative Hallowe'en costumes, a true Survivor, and the appointment of a new UN Ambassador.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 5
Tonight on 22 Minutes we play the tremendous new game Settlers of Catan: Trump Edition. The show also features the return of Raj Binder, a look at the Pheonix Pay System and some advice from Elizabeth I Hillary Clinton.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 6
22 Minutes has your election pre-game primed and ready with the best of our U.S. election coverage. See Donald Trump take a lie detector test, get to know a few presidential candidates running as independents, and go behind the scenes for some real locker room talk in this 22 Election Night extravaganza.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 7
Canada reacts to Trump's victory. The episode also features three very special guests: environmentalist David Suzuki, Peter McKay, and - making his first appearance on 22 - Tom Green.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 8
We catch up with Donald Trump in Washington, and Shaun Majumder tries to convince Peter MacKay to jump into the Tory leadership race. The episode also features the return of the Hipster Chef, and the introduction of the Trudeau challenge.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 9
Mark Critch cozies up with Tom Mulcair for a campfire at the Eternal Flame. The episode also features "Catherine McKenna" breaking up with coal and Crazy Jeff has your Canadian winter forecast.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 10
Mark Critch cozies up with Tom Mulcair for a campfire at the Centennial Flame. The episode also features a Cash for Access Christmas, and we head to the Panic Room with Betty Hope to delve into a "post-truth" world.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 11
22 Minutes is back with a special one-hour episode. Guest stars Paul Sun-Hyung Lee of Kim's Convenience, Jonny Harris from Murdoch Mysteries and Still Standing, and Annie Murphy of Schitt's Creek will help 22 Minutes look ahead at 2017 - the most anticipated year of the year! The episode also features Mark Critch in Ottawa with Perry Bellegarde, National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, and a political panel with Rosemary Barton, Robert Fife and David Cochrane.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 12
Mark Critch speaks with MP Navdeep Bains in Ottawa. Also on the episode Q's Tom Power interviews the Aga Khan, we play an exciting new cabinet shuffle edition of Jenga, and investigate smart household appliances.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 13
Peter Mansbridge (Mark Critch) convenes a special At Issue panel to reflect on the Tory French language debate. The episode also features Kevin O’Leary (Mark Critch) pitching to the Beaver’s Den with a look at a brand new dating site.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 14
Mark Critch speaks with MP Navdeep Bains in Ottawa. This week also features a sneak peek of the soon to be hit show: The Alternative Facts of Life, and 22 Minutes examines the Canadian dream.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 15
Mark Critch speaks with former Mexican President Vincente Fox about Trump and the wall. This week also features an interview with Tory leadership hopeful Michael Chong live in the 22 Minutes studio, and the return of P.E.I. Witness News.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 16
We look back at some of the best moments in Canadian news, politics, and culture from our 24th Season.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 17
Mark Critch speaks with Tory MP Tony Clement - watch to see if he will hang up on 22 Minutes too! This week also features a look at asylum seekers arriving in Canada, and we get an exclusive look at the Least Racist Person Ever Awards.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 18
A look at packing strategies for smooth travel to the U.S. Mrs. Enid and her grandson Tyler discuss living in a multi-generational home and we go to court to experience the hotshot dolphin lawyer taking on Marineland.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 19
Melania Trump (Susan Kent) reads from an updated “Oh The Places You’ll Go.” This week also features Michelle Rempel, wearing her sommelier hat, the Newfoundland & Labrador curling team as they should sound, and yet another Anne of Green Gables reboot.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 20
We have an exclusive interview with Inspector Gadget. This week also features the return of Devin, who discusses his recent Senate appointment, plus we look at what to do if you can’t trust the banks, and the vigilantes behind online creep catching.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 21
Mark Critch sits down for a one-on-one with Peter Mansbridge. This week also showcases a new P.E.I. map and a Casablanca remake tailored for the digital age.
Where to watch This Hour Has 22 MinutesEpisode 22
What did the Vikings actually think of the country upon their arrival? Is Tom Cochrane the official ambassador of the Trans-Canada Highway? In this one-hour special, 22 Minutes uncovers the “truth" behind some of the famous (or infamous) moments that make up our national consciousness.
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Cathy Jones
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Shaun Majumder
Geri Hall
Colin Mochrie
Mary Walsh
Rick Mercer
Mark Critch
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