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
Canada’s longest-running TV comedy series begins its 32nd season of political satire and an unrelenting skewering of the weekly news. With a US election on the horizon, what could go wrong? Starring Aba Amuquandoh, Stacey McGunnigle, Trent McClellan, Chris Wilson, and 22 Minutes veteran Mark Critch.
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 2
On an all-new episode, This Hour Has 22 Minutes visits the JD Vance Furniture Store! Starring Aba Amuquandoh, Stacey McGunnigle, Trent McClellan, Chris Wilson, and 22 Minutes veteran Mark Critch.
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 3
On an all-new episode of 22 Minutes, decorum in the House of Commons has devolved to schoolyard level.
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 4
Meet the turkey who’s got plenty to be thankful for…on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes. Starring Aba Amuquandoh, Stacey McGunnigle, Trent McClellan, Chris Wilson, and Mark Critch.
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 5
Tonight, TD Bank’s new product has interest rates that are really high. Starring Aba Amuquandoh, Stacey McGunnigle, Trent McClellan, Chris Wilson, and Mark Critch.
Directed by Stephanie JolineWritten by Maddy Kelly
Episode 6
It’s going to be one hell of a Halloween bash… tonight, on an all-new Halloween episode of 22 Minutes. Starring Aba Amuquandoh, Stacey McGunnigle, Trent McClellan, Chris Wilson, and Mark Critch.
Directed by Stephanie JolineWritten by Maddy Kelly
Episode 7
In a special double-length episode, 22 Minutes crosses the great American political divide to tell the story of the most consequential U.S. election of this generation.
Directed by Stephanie Joline
Episode 8
Post-election blues? Costco’s got booze!
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 9
22 Minutes’ take on Mike and Jake! The heavyweights slug it out on an all-new episode.
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 10
On an all-new episode of 22 Minutes, postal workers are striking out at Staples.
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 11
Fa-la-la-la OUCH! All the Christmas hits... Zillennial style.
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 12
22 Minutes kicks off CBC’s New Year’s Eve lineup with an hour-long spectacular!
Written by Maddy Kelly
Episode 13
From “sunny ways” to “no way.” It’s the end of an era as Justin Trudeau bids adieu on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes.
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Episode 14
Donald Trump introduces his new board game to the 51st state tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes!
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Episode 15
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes…Chrystia Freeland steps up for a not-so-peaceful transfer of power!
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Episode 16
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes…the real Trade War battles are being fought in the grocery store aisles.
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Episode 17
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes…the tarriifs are tarryifying, and we’re bracing for impact.
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Episode 18
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes…Canada’s “Fentanyl Czar” gets a shakedown.
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Episode 19
Tonight on a special episode, 22 Minutes takes you behind the scenes to give you the stories behind our most viral sketches of the season.
Directed by Stephanie Joline
Episode 20
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes, has the whole world turned upside down - or is it just the plane?
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Episode 21
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes, Trump shows his hand in a historic game of cards.
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Episode 22
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes, it’s the end of an era as Justin Trudeau bids a teary farewell.
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Episode 23
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes…podcasting with King Charles!
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Episode 24
Tonight on an all-new episode, 22 Minutes captures the scent of Canada.
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Episode 25
Tonight on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes comedy star Mark McKinney takes on Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Guest stars Mark McKinney
Episode 26
Tonight on the season finale of 22 Minutes, things are heating up on the campaign trail as the election looms.
Guest stars Mark McKinney
Episode 27
Taking on the federal election with appearances by national party leaders in a one-hour special; Kids in the Hall Mark McKinney guest stars; musical guest: Glass Tiger's Alan Frew.
Guest stars Mark McKinney, Alan Frew
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Cathy Jones
Gavin Crawford
Shaun Majumder
Geri Hall
Colin Mochrie
Mary Walsh
Rick Mercer
Mark Critch
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