A coming-of-age story set in St. John’s, Newfoundland of 11 year-old Mark, much older on the inside than his 11 years, who uses comedy to win friends and connect with people in his limited world.
Cast: Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Mark Critch, Malcolm McDowell
TV-PGHDCC
13 episodes
1. Old Soul, New SchoolMark’s first day of junior high is marred by a bully — a young girl named Fox. But when he stands up for himself, he learns that words can hurt more than fists.TV-PGCC22minJan 4, 2022
2. Lordy, Lordy, Look Who’s DeadA chance encounter at a funeral parlour leads to Mark’s first date with a girl. As he risks life and limb in a race across town to meet her, Fox finds herself unexpectedly jealous. Meanwhile, Mary tries to convince Dick to sell her the old radio station truck.TV-PGCC22minJan 11, 2022
3. Cello, I Must Be GoingMark fears being forced to play the cello will make him a social pariah. But when his cello is taken by a gang of bullies, Fox begrudgingly comes to his rescue. Meanwhile, Pop and Sister Rose take a stroll down memory lane when it’s revealed they used to be an item.TV-PGCC22minJan 18, 2022
4. Cucumber SlumberWhen Ritchie invites himself to a sleepover, Mark scrambles to hide his family’s “eccentric” behaviour. Meanwhile, Mike Sr takes a staunch pro-cucumber stance when a grocer buys ad time on VOCM.TV-PGCC22minJan 25, 2022
5. Royal VisitMark fears he’ll be outed as a Monarchist when he’s chosen to give flowers to a visiting Lady Diana. Meanwhile, a gift from Dick comes between Mike Sr and Mary.TV-PGCC22minFeb 1, 2022
6. CandylandMark and Ritchie receive police protection after witnessing a grizzly crime on Halloween night. Fox grows tired of her brother’s increasingly delinquent behaviour.TV-PGCC22minFeb 22, 2022
7. Father CritchMark is considering what life would be like as a priest. But as rumours of scandal amongst the clergy start to mount, Mark reassesses what his religion means to him.TV-PGCC22minMar 1, 2022
8. Merry Critch-masMark collects Christmas toys for the needy, which leads to an uncomfortable discovery about one of his classmates. Meanwhile, Pop’s prodigal son shows up.TV-PGCC22minMar 8, 2022
9. Acting NormalMark and Mike Sr unexpectedly bond over Mark’s role in the upcoming Easter play. But when Mark is fired from the production, he pretends otherwise to keep his father’s affections. Meanwhile, Pop turns to Mary for help after the CRA learns he’s been collecting his dead wife’s pension checks.TV-PGCC22minMar 15, 2022
10. MistyThe Critch men are left to their own devices after Mary is hospitalized for a minor procedure. Mark has trouble balancing the household chores and accidently gives Pops the wrong pills.TV-PGCC22minMar 22, 2022
11. Particip-actionParents and students take the field on Sports Day. Mark decides to treat the all-day gym class as a comedy stage, much to his teammate’s annoyance. Meanwhile, Fox fights for her mother’s attention and attempts to break the school record for gold medals.TV-PGCC22minMar 29, 2022
12. CircusWhen Ritche bails on their plans to go to the circus, Mark and Fox find themselves going together on a maybe-date. Meanwhile, Ritche’s family hosts some new Filipino-Canadians who make him feel insecure about his heritage.TV-PGCC22minApr 5, 2022
13. Save the Last Dance for MeHaving realized his feelings for Fox, Mark is hurt to learn she’s been spending time alone with Ritche. And, with the future of VOCM in doubt, Mike Sr attempts to learn how to DJ… at Mark’s school-end dance.TV-PGCC22minApr 12, 2022
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A coming-of-age story set in St. John’s, Newfoundland of 11 year-old Mark, much older on the inside than his 11 years, who uses comedy to win friends and connect with people in his limited world.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Tim McAuliffe, Mark Critch
- Cast
- Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Mark Critch, Malcolm McDowell, Claire Rankin, Mark Ezekiel Rivera, Colton Gobbo
- Studio
- Project 10 Productions, Lionsgate Television, CBC
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
French, English
