Welcome to the 2023 Rogers Sports & Media Upfront. We’re all about impressive content that captures attention, inspires reaction, and creates emotion, always available and accessible through screens, big and small, from anywhere at any time. Drive Impact. Make an Impression. Please enjoy the presentation and we invite you to scroll down to see our exciting 2023 Fall Schedule.
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America's Got Talent
Going for the gold! World-class judges Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel and beloved host Terry Crews are back with an all-new season of awe-inspiring talent and jaw-dropping, Golden Buzzer-worthy moments. This season the judges will now have TWO golden buzzers each so, including Terry’s, 9 acts will go directly to the live shows.
American Horror Story
In American Horror Story: NYC, mysterious deaths and disappearances ramp up in the city. Meanwhile, a doctor makes a frightening discovery, and a local reporter becomes tomorrow’s headline. AHS:NYC is the 11th instalment of the award-winning anthology series created by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk.
American Horror Story: Delicate
In American Horror Story: Delicate, after multiple failed attempts of IVF, actress Anna Victoria Alcott wants nothing more than to start a family. As the buzz around her recent film grows, she fears that something may be targeting her - and her pursuit of motherhood.
American Idol
There are singers, then there are idols. Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie are on the search across America for the next singing sensation! Ryan Seacrest returns as host of the 22nd season of American Idol.
Bachelor In Paradise Canada
Everybody deserves a second shot at love and the brave and brokenhearted fan faves from The Bachelor universe (Canada, U.S....and maybe even abroad) are ready to go another round. They are following their hearts to an all-new Paradise for a quintessentially Canadian summer of love. Follow former bachelors and bachelorettes as they explore new relationships in their secluded love-nest on the lake where their only job is to soak up the summer sun, cozy up by the bonfire, frolic in the water, take long romantic canoe rides under the vast Canadian star-filled sky...and fall in love.
Beat Shazam
Hosted by Jamie Foxx alongside daughter Corinne Foxx as co-host and deejay, "Beat Shazam" is an interactive game show that pits teams of two against the clock and each other as they attempt to identify the biggest hit songs of all time. In the end, the team with the most money banked will go against Shazam, the popular song identification app, for the chance to win up to $1 million.
Berlin Station
Transitioning from his job as a CIA analyst in the U.S., cerebral officer Daniel Miller's new mission puts him under cover at the agency's Berlin branch, tasked with sorting out messy cases involving damaging leaks, whistle-blowers, terrorism and more. Mentored by jaded veteran officer Hector DeJean, Daniel learns the disorderly world of field work means dealing with deception, danger and moral compromises. As he dives deeper into the German capital's hall of mirrors and discovers conspiracies that lead back to Washington, D.C., he wonders if anyone can ever be the same after a posting to Berlin.
Bob's Burgers
Bob with his ever-quirky family run the restaurant Bob’s Burgers. Bob’s wife, Linda, supports his dream as the restaurant is constantly in danger of going out of business. Despite the challenges -- Bob tries to keep the grill sizzling.
Brilliant Minds
From Berlanti Productions and executive producer/writer Michael Grassi (Riverdale), inspired by Oliver Sacks' extraordinary life and work, Brilliant Minds follows revolutionary, larger-than-life neurologist Oliver Wolf (Emmy® nominee Zachary Quinto – Heroes) and his team of interns as they explore the last great frontier — the human mind — while also grappling with their own relationships and mental health.
Canada's Got Talent
Canada's Got Talent is a showcase of the best and brightest Canada has to offer. Canada's Got Talent is searching for the undiscovered entertainers who stories are as compelling as their talents are dazzling.
Celebrity Family Feud
Laughs are guaranteed as the nation’s favourite entertainers and athletes play for their charity of choice.
Daytime Emmy Award winner Steve Harvey presents an all-star take on the iconic gameshow, with teams of famous faces going head-to-head to win $25,000 for charity.
Chicago Fire
No job is more stressful, dangerous or exhilarating than those of the Firefighters, Rescue Squad and Paramedics of Chicago Firehouse 51. These are the courageous men and women who forge headfirst into danger when everyone else is running the other way. But the enormous responsibilities of the job also take a personal toll. With big reputations and hefty egos, the pressure to perform and make split-second decisions is bound to put squad members at odds. When a tragedy claims one of their own, there's plenty of guilt and blame to go around. When it's "go-time" though, they put their differences aside and everything on the line for each other.
Chicago Med
Executive producer Dick Wolf delivers the latest installment of the compelling Chicago franchise, an emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city’s most explosive hospital and the courageous team of doctors, nurses and staff who hold it together. Crossing paths with familiar faces from "Chicago P.D." and "Chicago Fire," this third team of Chicago heroes takes on cases inspired by topical events while forging fiery relationships in the pulse-pounding pandemonium of the emergency room.
Chicago PD
From Emmy®-winning producer Dick Wolf and the team behind Chicago Fire comes Chicago PD, a gripping police drama about those who put it all on the line to serve and protect. District 21 of the Chicago Police Department is made up of two distinctly different groups: The uniformed cops who patrol the beat and deal with street crimes, and the intelligence unit, the team that combats the city’s major offenses, such as organized crime, drug trafficking and high-profile murders. Leading the intelligence team is Sgt. Hank Voight (Jason Beghe), a man not against skirting the law in the pursuit of justice. Demanding and tough, only those who can take the heat survive under Voight’s command.
CityNews
CityNews is an award-winning news brand and leader in delivering viewer-driven stories that reflect the communities it serves. CityNews audiences benefit from the collective strength and perspectives of our radio, television, and digital news teams across Canada (Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Montreal, Halifax, Kitchener, Ottawa & The Valley, Toronto, and Vancouver) with breaking news, traffic, and weather live 24/7. Canadians can now Watch, Listen and Connect with the CityNews brand on the radio, smart speaker, online through the app, across your preferred social media channels, and nightly on Citytv. CityNews truly is Everywhere. Tune in nightly at 6 & 11 PM (and 5 PM on weekdays in Toronto).
Claim to Fame
Challenging 12 celebrity relatives to step outside their famous family member’s shadow and live together under one roof, concealing their identity and lineage in the quest for their own fame and fortune. They will compete in challenges, form alliances, and play DNA detective in hopes of avoiding elimination and winning the coveted $100,000 prize!
Colin From Accounts
COLIN FROM ACCOUNTS is centered on Ashley and Gordon, two single-ish, complex humans who are brought together by a car accident and an injured dog. Flawed, funny people choosing each other and being brave enough to show their true self, scars and all, as they navigate life together.
Dancing with the Stars
Dancing with the Stars” is the hit series hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough in which celebrities are paired with trained ballroom dancers to compete in themed choreographed dance routines that are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts, including Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough.
Dateline
Dateline, the signature primetime broadcast premiered in 1992. Since then, it has pioneered a new approach to primetime news programming. The franchise, allows for consistent and comprehensive reporting, investigative features, breaking news coverage and newsmaker profiles.
English Teacher
English Teacher follows a high school teacher in Austin who’s trying to balance the competing demands of the students and their parents in a world where the r-ules seem to change every day.
Family Feud
Funnyman Steve Harvey now brings his signature brand of humour to America’s favourite family game show! An original King of Comedy, this multi-talented actor, comedian, radio personality and best-selling author makes feuding a laughing matter!
Family Guy
Family Guy continues to entertain its die-hard fan base with razor-sharp humor, spot-on parodies, spectacular animation and orchestra-backed original music.
Found
In any given year, more than 600,000 people are reported missing in the U.S. More than half that number are people of colour that the country seems to forget about. A public relations specialist, Gabi Mosely (series star and producer Shanola Hampton) – who was once herself one of those forgotten ones – and her crisis management team now make sure there is always someone looking out for the forgotten missing people. But unbeknownst to anyone, this everyday hero is hiding a chilling secret of her own.
General Hospital
Murder, mob wars, and mansions? It's all in a day's work for the residents of Port Charles, New York. With such notable characters as Sonny Corinthos and Jason Morgan, there's never a dull moment - especially when you add to the mix their long-time revolving love affairs with the ladies of the not-so-sleepy upstate hamlet. Guess it's true: bad boys truly are irresistible, huh? The unpredictable and sensational underworld of Port Charles is balanced with dysfunctional family dynamics. From the not-so-law-abiding Corinthos family, to the quarrelling (but lovable) Quartermaine's, to the historic Spencer clan (yes, those Spencer’s!), family drama remains the focal point of this town.
Golden Globes
The Golden Globe Awards are accolades bestowed for excellence in both American and international film and television. It is an annual award ceremony held since 1944 to honour artists and professionals and their work.
Graves
The half-hour dramedy stars Nick Nolte as former two-term U.S. President Richard Graves, who searches for the man he used to be 25 years after leaving the White House. He's on a quest to right the wrongs of his administration and to tout some of its proudest victories, from immigration and gay rights to foreign policy and funding for arts and sciences. The journey is compounded by his wife Margaret's decision to finally pursue her own political ambitions, in addition to surprising revelations about his son and daughter.
Hell’s Kitchen
On this season, it’s Battle of the Ages with 18 contestants competing to win big in Hell’s Kitchen. This time, the teams are divided by age group, 40-somethings in the blue team and 20-somethings in the red team!
Hockey Night In Canada
Bringing Canadians the best hockey action every Saturday night from coast-to-coast, Hockey Night in Canada enjoys a rich tradition of uniting the nation around the sport; especially through marquee events such as the NHL All-Star Game, the Bridgestone NHL Classic and as the exclusive home of the Stanley Cup Finals. Committed to community-building, Hockey Night in Canada is proud of its association with grass root events such as Kraft Hockeyville, Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada and Play On!
Hudson & Rex
Detective Charlie Hudson (John Reardon), a cunning Major Crimes detective for the St. John’s Police Department, teams up with an unusual partner – Rex (Diesel vom Burgimwald), a former-K9 German Shepherd, whose heightened senses keep Charlie hot on the trail of his suspects. With Charlie’s deft detective work and Rex’s keen canine senses, this crime-fighting pair is unstoppable.
Hudson & Rex is a lighthearted police procedural starring John Reardon (Van Helsing), Mayko Nguyen (Killjoys), Kevin Hanchard (Orphan Black), and Justin Kelly (Wynonna Earp).
Impractical Jokers
This hilarious series features four friends, known as the Tenderloins, competing in unbelievably awkward social experiments -- all recorded by hidden cameras. But in this show, winning doesn't matter ... it's the loser who counts, because he or she gets punished in the most mortifying challenge ever! From eating food off other people's plates at a high-end restaurant to creating the worst possible first impression at a speed-dating event to working for tips at a fast-food place as others dictate what to say and do via an earpiece, the contestants had better not lose too many challenges, or they'll have to endure one final embarrassing task. Punishments can be big public spectacles, hilarious one-on-one encounters, gross acts of humiliation or any combination thereof!
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia returns for a record-extending Sweet 16 Season. The Gang is ripping straight from the headlines as they yearn for the past and attempt to survive the year, navigating 2023 with 16 years of baggage and a few figures from their past rearing their heads.
Jimmy Kimmel Live
The Award-winning late-night talk show well known for its huge viral video successes. The show features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along with comedy bits and a house band.
Judge Steve Harvey
Courtroom Comedy. Real-life people with real-life conflicts will present their case in his courtroom, ranging from family disputes, unpaid bets, sour friendships, and everything in between.
Judy Justice
Joining Citytv’s schedule in daytime is Judy Justice, an arbitration-based reality court show featuring Emmy® -award winner and retired Judge of the Manhattan Family Court, the Honourable Judy Sheindlin (Judge Judy, Hot Bench). Judy brings her signature blend of sharp wit and wisdom, hilarious candor, and unwavering honesty as she presides over real cases, arbitrates binding decisions and delivers what only she can: “Judy Justice.”
Krapopolis
Set in mythical ancient Greece, it tells the story of a dysfunctional family of humans, gods and monsters that try their hand at running the world’s first cities – without trying to kill each other, that is.
Law & Order
From legendary Emmy® Award-winning executive producer and creator Dick Wolf, the original "Law & Order" returns to continue its historic legacy with an all-new season of timely cases inspired by today’s biggest global headlines.
Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent
The all-new, one-hour crime drama Law and Order Toronto: Criminal Intent is coming to Citytv. An adaptation of the legendary Law and Order brand. Based on the classic series created by Dick Wolf for Universal Television, Law and Order Toronto: Criminal Intent will showcase original Canadian stories written and produced by, and starring, Canadians. As a psychological thriller wrapped in a criminal investigation, Law and Order Toronto: Criminal Intent follows an elite squad of detectives who investigate high-profile crime and corruption in metro Toronto.
Law & Order: Organized Crime
Christopher Meloni, reprising his role as Elliot Stabler, returns to the NYPD to battle organized crime after a devastating personal loss. Stabler will aim to rebuild his life as part of a new elite task force that is taking apart the city's most powerful criminal syndicates one by one.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
From the creator of the longest-running drama series on television, "Law & Order", comes a powerful series chronicling the life and crimes of the Special Victims Unit of the NYPD. Each episode follows the exploits of the dedicated detectives as they attempt to solve the city's most complex cases. They diligently follow lead after lead, relentless in their quest for justice and the search for truth.
Leopard Skin
When a criminal gang seeks shelter in a remote paradise after a botched jewelry heist, they take Alba, Batty and their guests hostage. Soon after, a series of murderous secrets, cold-hearted betrayals and shocking desires bubble to the surface as everyone awaits their fate.
Let's Make A Deal Primetime
LET’S MAKE A DEAL PRIMETIME, hosted by Emmy Award winner Wayne Brady, is back with three new specials on Citytv and Citytv+. This season, costumed contestants will be making wacky deals for the biggest prizes in the show’s history!
Lopez vs. Lopez
Beloved comedian and actor George Lopez stars alongside his real-life daughter Mayan Lopez in this new working-class family comedy. Taking inspiration from George and Mayan’s real relationship, this multi-cam sitcom follows a formerly estranged father-daughter duo as they try to reconnect after years of not speaking to each other. When George falls on hard times and has to move in with Mayan, dad and daughter are forced to confront their issues head on, with all of the turmoil, laughter and emotions that come with mending fences.
Mayans
Mayans M.C. follows the life of Ezekiel “EZ” Reyes, president of the Mayans M.C. charter on the border of California and Mexico. EZ has now risen to lead his brother Angel and the Santo Padre M.C. in a bloody war against their rival Sons of Anarchy. Defending the California territory and patch begins to claim lives within the club and causes strain between EZ and Angel.
New Years Rockin' Eve
A time-honoured annual tradition since 1972, “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest” has helped viewers around the world ring in the New Year for the last 50 years. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the show is a New Year’s staple with live performances in New York along with the iconic Times Square ball drop.
PAUL T. GOLDMAN
Paul T. Goldman is a mind-bending series from the director of Borat Subsequent Moviefilm and the producers of The Disaster Artist. It’s a project that director Jason Woliner has been shooting for over a decade and a story that continues to pile on jaw-dropping new twists. In the style of Woliner’s work on Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, the series is a groundbreaking project that mixes fact and fiction to tell a bizarre and incredible tale about a man named Paul T. Goldman, and his book about discovering his wife’s alleged secret double life.
Poker Face
RETURNING FOR SEASON 2! Poker Face is a 10-episode mystery-of-the-week series following Natasha Lyonne's Charlie, who has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone is lying. She hits the road with her Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can't help but solve.
Press Your Luck
A game of wits, strategy and high stakes as contestants try to avoid the iconic WHAMMY for a chance at life-changing cash and prizes.
Quantum Leap
Sam Beckett, a scientist who found himself trapped in time after a botched government time travel experiment run by the military, which forced him to leap from body to body and into different peoples lives sorting out their problems and hoping to return home.
Stags
Exclusive to Citytv+ on Amazon Prime Video Channels is all-new drama Stags, which follows groom-to-be Stu (played by Nico Mirallegro, Passenger) and his friends on his stag party in South America. What was meant to be a week of drink, drugs, and fun turns dark as airport security discovers that one of the stags is smuggling cocaine.
The Bachelorette
Join 25 men on their jet-setting journey to find love with Jenn Tran on the 21st season of The Bachelorette!
Tran is a sweet and compassionate woman who has dedicated her life to helping others and is currently studying to become a physician assistant. The bilingual Vietnamese beauty currently resides in Miami and is ready to find love with a man who's as reliable and thoughtful as she is.
The Chase
The Chase is a heart-racing quiz show where three competitors must pit their wits and face off against the Chaser, a ruthless quiz genius determined to stop them from winning cash prizes. Each hour-long episode is a fast-paced battle of brainpower, where contestants are challenged to think faster than they ever thought possible to answer up to 166 questions across all topics.
The Golden Bachelorette
The Golden Bachelorette spotlights a second chance at love for one radiant woman in her golden years. The men vying for her final rose have journeyed through the highs and lows of love, navigating moments of joy and heartbreak, and arrive with anticipation, eager to foster a connection that sparks a future of limitless possibilities. The first-ever Golden Bachelorette is Joan Vassos.
The Grammys
The annual Grammy Awards are the biggest night in music with special appearances and performance from musical icons and today’s biggest stars!
The Inspired Unemployed Impractical Jokers
What happens when you give four Aussie mates who are worldwide internet sensations their own TV show? Absolute mayhem, that's what. Welcome to the world of The Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers.
Join Jack, Liam, Dom and Falcon as they egg each other on to make absolute fools of themselves in a public setting. With no one else in on the joke, the foursome compete to embarrass each other in the biggest way possible, with those failing at the task given a humiliating punishment.
All captured by hidden cameras, it's awkwardness at its absolute best with sidesplittingly hilarious outcomes.
The Irrational
Alec Baker (Jesse L. Martin, "Law & Order"), a world-renowned professor of behavioral science, lends his expertise to an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement and corporations with his unique and unexpected approach to understanding human behavior.
The Old Man
New Season This Fall “The Old Man” centres on Dan Chase who absconded from the CIA decades ago and has been living off the grid since. When an assassin arrives and tries to take Chase out, the old operative learns that to ensure his future he must reconcile his past. The FBI’s Assistant Director for Counterintelligence is called to hunt Chase down because of his complicated past with the rogue fugitive.
The Price is Right at Night
Television's longest-running game show, featuring host Drew Carey, where audience members play to win cash and prizes. Winner of over 30 Emmy awards.
The Simpsons
Homer and Marge Simpson raise Bart, Lisa and baby Maggie in Springfield, where eccentric residents make everyday life interesting.
Universal Basic Guys
Universal Basic Guys centres on two brothers, Mark and Hank Hoagies, who lose their jobs to automation and are given $3,000 a month in a new basic income program. Now, they’re using their free time and free money to find purpose in a world where they’re no longer needed.
Welcome to Wrexham
In 2020, Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds teamed up to purchase the 5th tier Wrexham Football Club in the hopes of creating an underdog story the whole world could root for. The world took notice and change is afoot. After 15 painful seasons in the National League, the Club finally achieved promotion back into the English Football League. Will Wrexham AFC stand up to the challenge and rise again?
What Would You Do?
Hosted by anchor John Quiñones, “What Would You Do?” reveals how people behave when they think no one is watching by using hidden cameras to record real reactions to thought-provoking scenarios. The program brings audiences together, providing them with hope by showcasing the kindness of strangers.Your success is our success. We are partners you can count on, today and in the future. Let's get started!