Super Channel has unveiled a selection of new series and movies to premiere on the network’s schedule this September, including:

SERIES

Troppo *Super Channel Fuse | New Episodes

Sundays at 9 p.m. ET
Episodes available on Demand the following day

Trailer

An eccentric private investigator with a criminal past recruits a disgraced ex-cop to help solve the disappearance of a Korean tech pioneer in the wilds of Far North Queensland. Adapted for television by Yolanda Ramke, Troppo is inspired by Candice Fox’s bestselling novel Crimson Lake. Starring Thomas Jane and Nicole Chamoun.

MOVIES

Someone Like You *Super Channel Heart & Home | Premiere
Saturday, Sept 7 at 8 p.m. ET
Available On Demand on September 8
Trailer

Shocking news hits after young architect, Dawson Gage, loses his best friend, London Quinn. Now in his heartbreak, Dawson is compelled to launch an impossible search for London’s secret twin sister, twins separated as embryos. But along the way, Dawson never planned to fall in love. Based on the popular novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury.

Devil’s Peak *Super Channel Fuse | Premiere
Saturday, Sept 7 at 9 p.m. ET
Available On Demand on September 1
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Deep in the Appalachian Mountains, Jacob desperately tries to escape his meth-dealing kingpin father and long-suffering mother to run off with the girl of his dreams. Starring Billy Bob Thornton, Robin Wright, Hopper Penn and Katelyn Nacon.

Love in Tahiti *Super Channel Heart & Home | Premiere
Saturday Sept 14 at 8 p.m. ET
Available On Demand on September 15
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Scuba diver Brielle Wilson has always believed the ocean floor is full of treasures just waiting to be found. Over the years she has found rings, coins, lost jewelry and more. Instead of profiting from them, she loves reuniting people with their lost valuables. When she finds an engagement ring and returns it to Marcus, a handsome US Navy serviceman, Brielle soon discovers what has been missing in her life, treasures of the heart.

For the Love of Lily *Super Channel Heart & Home | Premiere
Saturday Sept 21 at 8 p.m. ET
Available On Demand on September 22
Trailer

When a no-nonsense consultant is blindsided by her boss’ switch to a greener, more natural office space, she’ll partner with the rooftop florist to make her building come alive with the beauty of nature.

The Love Gala *Super Channel Heart & Home | Premiere
Saturday Sept 28 at 8 p.m. ET
Available On Demand on September 29

When Kate is given the job of planning her mom’s Garden Gala, the biggest fashion event of the year, she has to compromise with the unhelpful head of the Botanical Garden. Juggling this combative relationship as well as trying to please her mom, the last thing she needs is to be challenged by not one, not two, but three love interests as well!

Stars Fell Again *Super Channel Fuse | Premiere

Saturday Sept 28 at 9 p.m. ET

Available On Demand on September 1
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Hollywood agent Bryce Dixon is ready to propose to Madison during their Christmas time visit to her family in rural Oregon. However, the spontaneous engagement and wedding of Madison’s sister throws Bryce’s perfect plan into a tailspin.

About Super Channel Entertainment Network:

Super Channel offers viewers exceptional entertainment value, uncut and commercial-free, with four diverse channels – Super Channel Fuse, Heart & Home, Vault and GINX TV Canada – plus, access to Super Channel On Demand where available by service provider. Super Channel is available via most cable providers across the country as well as streaming live and On Demand with Amazon Prime Video Channels, Apple TV+ and Fubo. In addition, Super Channel offers two FAST channels, Super Channel Uncovered and Super Channel Hearties, available on streaming platforms including Tubi, Plex, Xumo Play, LG and Roku. Super Channel is owned by Allarco Entertainment 2008 Inc., an Edmonton based media company. For a list of service providers, please visit: superchannel.ca/subscribe

Paramount Pictures Canada x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win passes to an Advance Screening of TRANSFORMERS ONE.

  One winner will get a Special Prize Pack which includes: four tickets to the advance screening, a mini poster, t-shirt, back-to-school kit (pencil case, pencil, eraser), lunch-box and thermos set, magnet set, sunglasses, plus a Habro Transformers One toy as below:

All screenings will be taking place on Sunday, September 15, 2024:

TORONTO – Sunday, September 15th at 10:30 AM, Cineplex Cinemas Yonge & Eglinton – IMAX
MONTREAL (ENG) – Sunday, September 15th at 10:30 AM, Cineplex Cinemas Forum & VIP – IMAX
MONTREAL (FRE) – Sunday, September 15th at 10:30 AM, Cineplex Cinemas Quartier Latin
VANCOUVER – Sunday, September 15th at 10:30 AM, Scotiabank Theatre Vancouver – AVX
EDMONTON – Sunday, September 15th at 10:30 AM, Scotiabank Theatre Edmonton – IMAX

Synopsis: TRANSFORMERS ONE is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. In the first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie, TRANSFORMERS ONE features a star-studded voice cast, including Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, with Laurence Fishburne, and Jon Hamm.

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TRANSFORMERS ONE IS ONLY IN THEATRES SEPTEMBER 20, 2024.

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Academy Award-nominated Actress Naomi Watts is in Toronto today for her latest venture, STRIPES BEAUTY. The pro-aging product line geared to wellness and beauty for women approaching menopause, is thoughtful and innovative, including creams, masks, oils and serums. It was just announced earlier this month the collection will be sold at The Bay in Canada, coincidentally or not, keeping in-line with the giant’s stripe motif in their branding. Lines of best fit!

We love Watts for her outstanding work in films and television like 21 Grams, Mulholland Drive, FEUD Capote vs. The Swans and The Impossible. And if she’s that’s believable on-screen, women should believe that Stripes Beauty are the real deal as well!

Watts will appear at The Bay Queen Street at 4 PM today, chatting with Tracy Moore about STRIPES BEAUTY, her life and career and the conversation is open to the public on the main floor. Always so lovely and gracious, the British-Australian star did the rounds earlier today, stopping to meet fans after an appearance at BT!

She stars next in EMMANUELLE and reunites with her St. Vincent Co-Star Bill Murray in THE FRIEND.

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios today announced that Canadian Patrick J. Adams, Elle Chapman, Beau Garrett and Amiah Miller will join Michelle Pfeiffer in The Madison, the next installment of the Yellowstone universe from Academy Award® nominee Taylor Sheridan.

Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios, 101 Studios and Bosque Ranch Productions, The Madison is a heartfelt study of grief and human connection following a New York City family in the Madison River valley of central Montana.

Adams will play Russell McIntosh, a young investment banker who has followed the life path set before him from the start.

Chapman will play Paige McIntosh, a somewhat self-centered woman who indulges in a luxurious New York lifestyle provided by her parents and investment banker husband.

Garrett will play Abigail Reese, a resilient and sardonic New Yorker, who is a recently divorced mother of two.

Miller will play Bridgette, Abigail’s eldest daughter.

Adams is prominently known to audiences worldwide as Mike Ross in the hit drama Suits, which garnered him a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination. Most recently, Adams led the limited series Plan B and made his Broadway debut in Richard Greenberg’s Tony Award-winning revival of Take Me Out. He’s also a part of the upcoming series Lockerbie for BBC and Netflix. Additional credits include the critically acclaimed drama series Sneaky Pete, The Right Stuff, Luck, Orphan Black, Clara, Old School, and Rage. Adams is repped by CAA, The Rosenzweig Group and attorney Lev Ginsburg.

Chapman makes her television debut in Taylor Sheridan’s The Madison. She made her feature film debut in a scene opposite Tom Hanks in Marc Forster’s “A Man Called Otto” and just wrapped the indie “Florida Wild” alongside Lee Majors and Mira Sorvino. She is an alum of The Groundlings and Chapman University. She is repped by Alchemy Entertainment, Sovereign Talent Group and Goodman, Genow, Schenkman, Smelkinson & Christopher

Garrett is currently a series-regular on the hit Netflix series Firefly Lane. She previously appeared in The Good Doctor and now can be seen on Girlfriend’s Guide to Divorce. She has also played recurring roles on Longmire and Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior. Additional credits include Tron: Legacy, Made of Honor and Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer. Garrett is repped by LINK Entertainment, SDB Partners, and attorney Jason Hendler.

Miller most recently starred as co-lead in My Best Friend’s Exorcism and can next be seen in the horror thriller Hold Your Breath. She is best known for her lead role in the last installment of the Planet of the Apes franchise, War for the Planet of the Apes. Additional credits include The Water Man, Anastasia, Trafficked, Macgyver, Richie Rich and Henry Danger. Miller is repped by Entertainment 360 and CAA.

The Madison is executive produced by Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Christina Voros, Michael Friedman, Michelle Pfeiffer and Keith Cox.

The CBC Gem Original comedy series, THE NEW WAVE OF STANDUP (12×10-min), returns for season 5 with all-new episodes launching Friday, September 6, 2024 on the free CBC Gem streaming service. The new season showcases emerging comics performing standup sets that explore topics including dating, workplace politics, family dynamics and overall observations about life and finding the humour in it. These rising stars each headline their own 10-minute episodes exclusively for CBC Gem, filmed last February for a live audience at JUST FOR LAUGHS VANCOUVER.

Season 5 features the following 12 Canadian comedians:

Alistair Ogden from Toronto, ON – One of Canada’s rising comedic talents, Alistair first appeared in the national spotlight when he won CBC’s Next Up Competition in 2019. Since then, he’s taped a televised stand-up set at the Halifax Comedy Festival, been featured on a Just For Laughs Originals comedy album, and garnered over 8 million views across Instagram and TikTok. He and his show Comedy Pants have been repeatedly featured as part of the Just For Laughs VANCOUVER festival and he made his debut at Just For Laughs Toronto in 2023. You can now catch him regularly at Don’t Tell Comedy shows in Toronto and comedy clubs across the country.

Ahren Belisle from Toronto, ON – Ahren Belisle is a nonverbal comedian who has been taking the world by storm. A year into his career, he became an America’s got talent finalist and golden ticket holder on KILL TONY, the world’s largest live podcast. He started online making mental health and engineering content, and since taking on comedy, he has earned over 750,000 followers.

Cassidy Anhorn from Vancouver, BC – Cassidy Anhorn (she/her) is a dynamic queer comedic performer and writer from so-called “Vancouver”. She is featured on JFL’s Best of BC album (2023) and season 2 of YVR Funny (2023). In 2022 she began producing her own comedy variety show, Big Queer Party Mix. Additionally, she moonlights as an improviser on QueerProv.

Eva Alexopoulos from Montréal, QC – Eva Alexopoulos is your new best friend. High-energy, honest, vivacious and vulnerable, she has captured audiences across North America with the stories of her life such as being diagnosed at 29 with ADHD, exploring her sexuality, navigating the world post-extreme weight loss, and showing us all that the human experience is funny and incredibly complex. The producer of The Kickback MTL, voted #1 Comedy show in Montreal by CULT MTL. Her show, The Kickback is the first local Anglo show to get a main stage at Montreal’s ZOOFEST/OFF JFL Festival. This Greek-Latina fireball is here to hype you up, give questionable dating advice and leave you feeling a little more understood.

Faris Hytiaa from Calgary, AB – Born in Toronto to Sudanese parents and then raised in Alberta, Faris brings a unique mix of storytelling and observational humour to the stage. Known for his relaxed delivery and quick wit, his unpredictable style makes for big laughs and unforgettable crowd work moments. After releasing hos special on YouTube in 2023, Faris was named as a New Face of Comedy at Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival. He’s toured all over Canada and has worked with major acts including Dulcé Sloan, and Neal Brennan.

Jordanne Brown from Saskatchewan – Jordanne Brown is a standup comedian, writer and performer from Saskatchewan based in Toronto. She is the recipient of the Eugene Levy Writing Award, and the Tim Sims Encouragement Award. She has been featured on CBC’s TallBoyz, Toronto Sketch Fest, Sled Island and Just For Laughs Originals. Her debut album “I CAN EXPLAIN” is now available for streaming or purchase.

Myles Anderson from Vancouver, BC: To watch Myles Anderson’s comedy is to see a man unravel and then re-ravel himself onstage. Combining traditional jokes with birdlike movements, Myles always creates a unique and hilarious performance. Myles is a regular performer on Laugh Out Loud and The Debaters on CBC Radio. In 2023, Myles performed at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival. This year, Myles released his new comedy special, Myles Per Hour, with 800 Pound Gorilla Media.

Rachel Manson from Toronto, ON: Rachel has headlined Just For Laughs TORONTO, and has performed at the Detroit Comedy Fest, Burbank Comedy Fest, San Diego Comedy Fest, Dallas Comedy Fest, Seattle Comedy Fest, Milwaukee Comedy fest, and much more. She has opened for headliners like Jared Freid and Judah Friedlander. She is an award-winning writer, working with producers like Sam Raimi, Debbie Liebling and others. She writes features for TUBI and you can catch her in “What We Do in the Shadow”, “WAYNE” on Amazon Prime, and commercials for Nerdwallet, and Visionworks.

Rebecca Reeds from Toronto, ON: Rebecca Reeds is a Toronto-based standup comedian, writer and podcaster. She can be heard on Sirius XM, CBC’s The Debaters, and CBC’s LOL. Past festival appearances include Just For Laughs MONTREAL, JFL TORONTO, Winnipeg Comedy Festival, and Hubcap Comedy Festival. You can listen to her debut album, “Buddy” on all major streaming platforms. She also co-hosts the award-winning podcast The Villain Was Right.

Sam Sferrezza from Toronto, ON: With eight years of experience commanding laughter on and off stage, Sam Sferrazza is a dynamic stand-up comedian, writer, online personality and producer known for his razor-sharp wit and unique comedic perspective. As an online sensation @samislaughing an audience of over 72k followers on TikTok. His trademark wit, political satire, and relatable rants regularly go viral, earning recognition from Time Magazine, Narcity, and Thrillist. As a finalist in the Austin Film Festival Pitch Contest in 2023 and a performer at JFL TORONTO, as well as JFL VANCOUVER. Sam continues to elevate his craft across Canada. His achievements include his sold-out solo show 45 Minutes In Heaven and being a semi-finalist in Toronto Comedy Brawl 2023. He has also appeared on CBC radio and written for publications like CBC Arts and Xtra.

Spencer Adamus from Winnipeg, Manitoba: Spencer Adamus is a talented comedian, budding writer, and an award-winning actor. In the last year alone, Spencer has performed his quirky and endearing stand up at Just For Laughs MONTREAL, Just For Laughs TORONTO, and CBC’s Laugh Out Loud. He has starred in numerous award-winning films and has played several comedic roles in CBC and Bell TV and web series. He co-created the well-known and locally beloved sketch comedy group “Family Dinner”, receiving top reviews consecutively for three years at the Winnipeg Fringe Festival. Spencer’s special, “Easy To Kill”, is jam-packed with hysterical anecdotes, eccentric accents, and zany real-life events.

Tamara Shevon from Toronto, ON: Tamara Shevon is a Toronto-based comic who started her comedic story-telling through wine-coloured glasses in Beijing, China. Since then, she has been blazing through the Toronto scene with her characteristic wit and her lovable ability to flirt with the boundaries of socially acceptable. She has performed stand-up all over China, Canada, and the United States and was second runner-up in the Beijing Comedy Festival. She has performed at Just for Laughs MONTREAL, Just for Laughs TORONTO, CBC Accent on Toronto, the Comedy is Art Festival, and was recently featured on Out for Laughs on OutTV. She is the creator and co-host of the Sunday Best Comedy Podcast, and the creator and host of ‘Chaotic Good’ a monthly pro comedy show at Comedy Bar.

“We’re proud of the diversity and comedic talent we bring to our shows to Just For Laughs VANCOUVER and it was exciting to record this series live from this year’s festival,” adds Heather Wallace, JFL VANCOUVER Festival Director / Executive Producer, The New Wave of Standup. “We’re certain audiences will be seeing a lot more from these comics in the future.”

The New Wave of Standup is executive produced by Bruce Hills and Heather Wallace. Produced by Heather Wallace with consulting producer, Neil Bansil and directed by Trish Neufeld. Supervising Producer is Blake Gregory. For CBC, Sally Catto is General Manager, Entertainment, Factual and Sports; Trish Williams is Executive Director, Scripted Content; Sandra Picheca is Director of Current Production, Comedy; and Greig Dymond is Executive in Charge of Current Production and Head of Festivals.

TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey is delighted to announce additional honourees who will be receiving TIFF Tribute Awards at this year’s Festival: American award-winning actor and rapper Jharrel Jerome will receive the TIFF Tribute Performer Award; and award-winning actor Zhao Tao will be presented with the TIFF Special Tribute Award. Honouring the film industry’s outstanding contributors and their achievements, the TIFF Tribute Awards gala will take place on Sunday, September 8, at Fairmont Royal York Hotel.

“From Moonlight to Unstoppable, Jharrel Jerome’s depth, strength, and vulnerability on screen have made him one of his generation’s finest actors. It’s an honour to recognize his outstanding body of work with the TIFF Tribute Performer Award,” said Bailey. “In her collaborations with director Jia Zhang-Ke, the TIFF Special Tribute honouree Zhao Tao has captured the complexity and significance of China’s galvanizing change. Hers is a signature face of our 21st century, and her work in Caught by the Tides stands with her very best.”

Following his unforgettable performances in When They See Us and Moonlight (TIFF ’16), Jerome returns to the Festival for the World Premiere presentation of William Goldenberg’s Unstoppable: The Anthony Robles Story, delivering yet another outstanding, heartfelt performance portraying wrestler Anthony Robles. Past recipients of the TIFF Tribute Performer Award are Colman Domingo and Vicky Krieps in 2023; Brendan Fraser and the ensemble cast of My Policeman in 2022; Jessica Chastain and Benedict Cumberbatch in 2021; Kate Winslet and Sir Anthony Hopkins in 2020; and Meryl Streep and Joaquin Phoenix in 2019.

Tao has captivated audiences worldwide. She was ranked eighth among the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century by the New York Times in 2020. Her collaborations with director Jia Zhang-Ke have produced iconic films such as Still Life and Mountains May Depart (TIFF ’15). She returns to the Festival for the North American Premiere of Caught by the Tides, where she takes centre stage in a powerful performance as Qiaoqiao. Previous recipients of the Special Tribute Award include Andy Lau in 2023, Dionne Warwick in 2021, and David Foster in 2019.

Jerome and Tao join the previously announced list of TIFF Tribute honourees: Amy Adams, Cate Blanchett, David Cronenberg, Mike Leigh, Durga Chew-Bose, Clément Ducol, and Camille. Sandra Oh serves as this year’s inaugural Honorary Chair. The Tribute Awards gala is TIFF’s largest fundraiser, with proceeds from the gala going towards TIFF’s Every Story Fund, which champions diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in film.

Jharrel Jerome Bio
Jharrel Jerome has quickly become one of Hollywood’s most recognized and praised talents following his breakout role in the Academy Award–winning film Moonlight. He starred as the lead in Ava DuVernay’s Netflix series When They See Us, winning the 2019 Emmy for Lead Actor in a Miniseries, the 2020 Critics’ Choice Award, and the 2020 NAACP Image Award, as well as receiving a SAG Award nomination. This year, Jerome starred in the Prime Video series I’m a Virgo, winning a Critics Choice Super Award and earning a Film Independent Spirit Award nomination. He also appeared in MAX’s series Full Circle, garnering another NAACP Image Award nomination.

Jerome will next star in the Amazon MGM Studios biopic Unstoppable, directed by William Goldenberg, portraying wrestler Anthony Robles. The film, featuring Jennifer Lopez and Don Cheadle, will have its World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2024. Jerome also had roles in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and HBO’s adaptation of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ Between the World and Me. Jerome starred in all three seasons of Mr. Mercedes and appeared in BET’s Tales and ABC’s holiday special Live in Front of a Studio Audience. As a rapper and hip-hop artist, Jerome released his debut project Someone I’m Not in 2022.

Other film credits include Selah and the Spades, Monster, Concrete Cowboy, and First Match. Raised in the Bronx and a LaGuardia Arts High School graduate, Jerome splits his time between New York City and Los Angeles.

Zhao Tao Bio
After graduating from Beijing Dance Academy, Zhao Tao started her acting career in Platform (2000), directed by Jia Zhang-Ke — the film that inspired TIFF’s Platform programme. Her major collaborations as an actor with Jia Zhang-Ke include Caught by the Tides (2024), Ash Is Purest White (2018), Mountains May Depart (2015), A Touch of Sin (2013), Still Life (2006), The World (2004), and Unknown Pleasures (2002). Still Life was awarded the Golden Lion at the 63rd Venice International Film Festival. In 2012, she won the David di Donatello Award for her performance in Shun Li and the Poet, directed by Andrea Segre. In 2010, she worked with director Isaac Julien for the film Ten Thousand Waves. Her major works as producer include Useless (2007) and Swimming Out Till the Sea Turns Blue (2020).

The 49th Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, takes place September 5–15, 2024.

As political discourse reaches an all-time high this fall, Slice brings audiences the most trusted voices in political satire with The Daily Show. Beginning Monday, September 9, 2024 at 11 p.m. ET/PT, the Emmy® and Peabody® Award-winning late-night staple will continue to expand and build on its legacy of American election coverage from its new Canadian home on Slice. Jon Stewart hosts every Monday night through the 2024 election cycle, while the show’s News Team will share hosting duties Tuesdays-Thursdays. Jon Stewart will also anchor a special one-hour live episode of The Daily Show on Tuesday, September 10 to discuss the second general election presidential debate.

The Daily Show and all of Slice’s programming is available to stream on STACKTV. Additional details on Slice’s fall schedule will be announced at a later date.

We absolutely adore Paula Abdul and growing-up in the late ’80s, we literally were obsessed owning 45s and cassettes. After supporting New Kids on the Block on their The Magic Summer Tour, she will be bringing her self-headlining Straight Up! To Canada Tour across the country this Fall with support from fellow icons Tiffany and Taylor Dayne.

The Dancer, Singer, Choreographer and TV Personality made history with a record six number one Billboard Hot 100 hits including her signature track “Straight Up”, “Forever Your Girl”, “Cold Hearted”, “Opposites Attract”, “Rush Rush” and “The Promise of a New Day”. She did all this with her first two albums, which would be unheard-of today.

Abdul has visited the City in the past for philanthropic work for the Jewish community, but it is rare that Toronto got a chance to see her perform and promote! As always, she is the sweetest, most gracious person and does she ever look amazing still?

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

FAN EXPO Canada is thrilled to announce the official schedule for 2024, showcasing this year’s explosive programming lineup of panels, activities and activations for fans of all ages and all genres.

From August 22-25, 2024, FAN EXPO Canada 2024 will once again be taking over both the North and South buildings of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, with plenty to explore and something spectacular around every corner. Whether you are a fan of comics, fantasy, sci-fi, horror, gaming, or anime, this year’s blockbuster event has something for you.

Along with celebrity autographs and photo ops, FAN EXPO Canada 2024 offers an impressive 400,000 sq ft of unique shopping experiences with exclusive merch and the newest Fandom items. The show floor is also packed with an exciting array of celebrity panels, workshops, competitions and immersive experiences.

New highlights from this years show include a special Q&A screening of Twister with Academy Award winner Helen Hunt, an exclusive look at the magical costumes from the new Disney+ series Marvel series Agatha All Along, a rowdy hangout with the Trailer Park Boys as they live tape a podcast episode for their show Park After Dark, and join The Princess Margaret Quest to Conquer Cancer and presenting partner, AMD for an immersive arcade experience.

Several fan-favourite events and activities also return to the convention this year, including the Bell Esports Challenge that offers amateur gamers the chance to battle it out for $30,000 CAD in prizing! Fans can watch top cosplayers to compete at the Masters of Cosplay: Maple Leaf Qualifier, enjoy the FAN EXPO Drag Brunch extravaganza hosted by cosplayers Bear Sailor Moon and Baby Bel Bel, or even get some fresh ink to showcase your fandom favourite at Tattoo Alley. Cosplay Meetups, Sketch Duels, Cosplay Red Carpet, and the Tabletop Gaming room are also not to be missed.

For those with a Grogu or two, or simply want to indulge in some nostalgia, Sharon, Bram and Elephant return to celebrate their 40th anniversary of The Elephant Show with a special singalong. Attendees will have the chance to purchase an advanced copy of their new vinyl Elephant Show Stoppers, available exclusively at this one-time only event! Fans of all ages can also explore FAN EXPO Canada’s Family Zone which features four days of activities and fun including Lightsaber Battles to The Academy, where you can learn to draw with Emmy Award-winning cartoonist Joe Wos.

This year’s FAN EXPO Canada also boasts an exciting lineup of celebrity guests, including stars of TV, film, theatre, animation, comics and gaming, such as Simu Liu, Rosario Dawson, Bryce Dallas Howard, Josh Gad, Temuera Morrison, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Danny Trejo, Morena Baccarin, Alan Tudyk, Dolph Lundgren, Cameron Monaghan, Giancarlo Esposito, John Rhys-Davies, Kate Siegel, Ben McKenzie, Emily Swallow, Sofia Boutella, Neil Newbon, Tara Strong, Dee Bradley Baker, Jennifer Hale, Patricia Summersett, and Christopher Sabat, as well as reunions with the casts of Charmed, Seinfeld, Trailer Park Boys and Letterkenny. This year’s show also goes for gold, with appearances from Academy Award winners Marisa Tomei and Helen Hunt.

Attendees can immerse themselves into the worlds of their favourite fandoms, with activations from Paramount, Disney, Prime Video, Xbox, AMD, Hasbro, Squishmallows, Cineplex, eBay, Lego, and more!

NEW PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS FOR FAN EXPO CANADA 2024 INCLUDE:

FAN EXPO ‘AFTER HOURS’ EVENTS

Park After Dark with the Trailer Park Boys
Join Ricky, Julian, and Bubbles for a live taping of the Trailer Park Boys Podcast. This is an exclusive opportunity to hang out with The Boys as they talk about all their favourite things in Sunnyvale Trailer Park on Friday, August 23 @ 701A in Theater #3.

Twister Screening with Helen Hunt
Get swept away with a special screening of the 1996 classic, Twister. It’ll be an unforgettable whirlwind of an evening featuring a live Q&A with Academy Award winner Helen Hunt. Grab your tickets now and choose from exclusive packages that include autographs, photo ops, and more. Saturday, August 24 @ 7 pm at the Cineplex Cinemas Yonge & Dundas.

Comics Xplosion
Join in on Comic Xplosion, a celebration of art and live performance where comic creators will bring to life masterpieces while talking about their creative processes. Artwork created during the event will be available for purchase and admission is free with your FAN EXPO Canada 2024 show badge. Saturday, August 24 @ 8pm at The Rec Room.

FAN EXPO Drag Brunch
Calling all pop culture fanatics! On Saturday, August 24, we’re celebrating FAN EXPO Canada 2024 with a dynamic Drag Brunch with a fierce menu and fabulous entertainment! Come dressed in your expo attire and get ready for a $55 two-course prix fixe, featuring family-style appetizers and your choice of main. Enjoy dishes like Mini Blueberry Scones, Steak & Eggs, Avocado Toast and Hawaiian Spam & Egg Poke Bowl as you take in showstopping drag performances from our very own pop culture icons Bear Sailor Moon and Baby Bel Bel. Saturday, August 24. General Admission: $55.

We Touch Grass – Anime Rave
Experience the #1 Anime Party in North America! Join us for the 4th #WeTouchGrass: TORONTO Anime Rave on August 24, 2024. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of electrifying anime excitement. Stay tuned for announcements on special guests, performers, and mind-blowing surprises. Saturday, August 24 @ 8:00 pm General Admission: $38.82.

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS

The Elephant Show 40th Anniversary Sing Along with Sharon, Bram & Elephant
Come sing some of your favourite songs from The Elephant Show with Sharon, Bram and Elephant at FAN EXPO Canada 2024! Get your advanced copy of their new vinyl Elephant Show Stoppers! exclusively at this one-time event. Stay after the mini-concert for photos, autographs and more! Skinnamarinky dinky dink, skinnamarinky doo, we love you! Friday, August 23 @ 1:45 pm in Theater #2.

The Elephant Show Meet & Greet
Meet the beloved cast of The Elephant Show! Join us for a special meet and greet where you can snap a photo with the stars and grab exclusive merch available only at this event. Don’t miss this unique chance to relive the magic of your favorite childhood show! Friday, August 23 @ 2:30 pm on the Cosplay Red Carpet.

Scripted Remix Presented by Twisted Toonz
Ever wondered what it’d be like if Winnie the Pooh became Darth Vader? The cartoons you know and love are getting a remix. Gear up for Twisted Toonz, the live movie script reading event that’ll have you laughing yourself silly as your fave stars take on new roles with modified scripts that are sure to cause some chaos. Saturday, August 24 @ 1:45 pm in Theater #2.

Comedy Game Showdown: Fandom Fantasy!
Featured at Toronto Comicon, Montreal Fringe, and HumourFest Québec, Comedy Game Showdown is Toronto’s funniest fake game show for nerds! Each episode, two teams of Toronto’s finest comedians face off in a series of quizzes, games, and debates to see who will win the game, and with it…the people’s ovation and fame forever! From Superman to Sailor Moon and Star Trek to Stranger Things, it’s an all-out battle of the fans in this special live episode!

ANIME

FAN EXPO Canada Idolfest
Are you ready to stand in the spotlight? Whether you want to go solo or you’re part of a group, we want to see you on stage at FAN EXPO Canada’s IdolFest. Apply below to make your idol dreams a reality. Saturday, August 24.

Anime Workshop
The Gunpla and Workshops room is your chance to get hands on with fellow otaku! Check out one of Canada’s largest Gunpla collections on display all weekend from The SIDE6 Mecha Modelling Club and Gunpla Montreal, or stop by for other workshops including origami and more. Open all weekend long in Room 717.

COMICS

Ghost Machine Experience
Dine with industry giants Geoff Johns, Gary Frank, Francis Manapul, Peter Tomasi, Jason Fabok, and Brad Anderson from the new comics universe Ghost Machine at this once-in-a-lifetime special experience. Having dinner with these comic legends is a moment to remember, which is why you’ll also get some incredible takeaways, like exclusive comics, a ton of autographs, and a picture-perfect group selfie. Secure your spot now as seating is very limited. Friday, August 23, @ 7:00 pm.

Ghost Machine & The Joe Kubert School Present: Breaking into Comics
Is it your dream to build a career in comics? Join some of the creators behind Ghost Machine’s top-selling Image titles and instructors from the Joe Kubert School for an interactive and fast-paced Q&A about what it takes to make it in sequential storytelling. Whether you want to be a writer, artist or work behind the scenes as an editor, this panel is the place to get your questions answered from “What goes into making a successful portfolio?” to “How do you build a creative community locally?” to “What exactly does a comic book editor do?” We’ll bring the answers, if you all will bring the passion, excitement and enthusiasm! Friday, August 23 @ 5 pm in Theater #6.

Sketch Duels
Check out your favourite comic artists as they go pen to pen, and be entered to win the original art they produce once they’re done! An amazing experience to witness, these friendly rival competitions show who has got the edge in comic book illustration. This year’s competitors include Bill Morrison, Enid Balam, Nick Bradshaw, Jonboy Meyers, Mitch Gerads, and Simone di Mio.

FAN ENGAGEMENT

Friendiverse Lounge
Step inside the Friendiverse Lounge – the ultimate geek haven at the con! Join forces with fellow fans for fun games, unleash your creativity with fandom crafts, and geek out over all things nerdy! From heated debates on superhero lore to crafting your own lightsaber, enjoy as space of camaraderie. Embrace your inner nerd, celebrate your fandom, and make memories that warp space and time! Open all weekend long in Room 711.

Bingo Quest
Think you’re lucky? Pick up a BINGO card from the Info Desk and cross off squares as you explore FAN EXPO Canada. Once you’ve got BINGO, return to the Info Desk for a special prize and be entered to win a ticket to FAN EXPO Canada 2025. Prizes will be given out while supplies last.

Button Quest
They’re like infinity stones, but much more chill. Participate in games, panels, and activities to find the pins hidden throughout the show. There’s eight in total to collect – find them all and get a ‘SUPER FAN’ button [while supplies last].

SCI-FI & FANTASY

Star Wars Photo Experience
Journey into a galaxy far, far away with our immersive Star Wars Photo Experience. Whether you want to wield a lightsaber, pilot a starfighter, or pose alongside iconic characters, this is your chance to capture unforgettable moments and celebrate the timeless sci-fi saga.

Deadpool & Wolverine Photo Experience
Are you ready to unleash your inner mutant? Snap an epic pic with your fave anti-heroes at the Deadpool & Wolverine Photo Experience. We’ll have a stunning backdrop and life-size cutouts for you to pose with, so you can feel the powers of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Does the Story Truly Never End?: An Existential Analysis of The NeverEnding Story
Since its release in 1984, the movie has been a childhood classic for generations of families. Join mental health professional Derek Chung, a psychotherapist-turned-game designer, as he deep dives into The NeverEnding Story and unearths story elements that have haunted the youths of so many of us. Share your memories, trauma and fears that stemmed from The NeverEnding Story with the group then watch it again as this iconic movie celebrates its 40-year anniversary. Friday, August 23 @ 6:00 pm in Theater #4.

Never-ending Nostalgia: 40th Anniversary Screening of The NeverEnding Story
Join us at FAN EXPO Canada 2024 for a magical screening of The NeverEnding Story! Celebrate its 40th anniversary with friends, old and new, as we relive this beloved classic together. Don’t miss the chance to share the adventure with fellow fans! Friday, August 23 @ 7:00 pm in Theater #4.

GAMING

A Galaxy Far, Far Away with Creators Right Here in Toronto – Take A Deep Dive Into Star Wars Outlaws with the Development Team of Ubisoft Toronto
Explore the universe of Star Wars Outlaws with the creative minds behind Ubisoft Toronto’s latest epic. Discover how they brought this new adventure to life, from gameplay mechanics to storytelling, and get an exclusive look at what’s coming next in a galaxy far, far away! Saturday, August 24 @ 11:45 am in Theater #2.

Enter The World of Sanctuary with Game Industry Legend Rod Fergusson, General Manager of Diablo 4
Step into the dark world of Sanctuary with Rod Fergusson, the mastermind behind Diablo 4. As General Manager, Fergusson will share exclusive insights into the game’s development, lore, and what’s next for the franchise. A must-attend for every Diablo fan! Saturday, August 24 @ 10:45 am in Theater #2.

Live Play D&D with Jason Anarchy
Game Designer “Jason Anarchy” runs another live play Dungeons & Dragons! In this adventure, the heroes will have to visit both the Temple of Truth (Where no one can lie) and the Temple of Lies (Where everyone must lie) to find a magic artifact that restores the balance of truth to the universe. This will be a one-shot performance game that will start and end in one session. The audience will be playing a shared character named “Bonzo” who acts as an annoying sidekick to the players on stage. Audience participation and shouting are encouraged!

HORROR

The Horror Of Canada!
Come join a group of authors and publishing insiders from Ontario as they examine the qualities that make a horror story truly Canadian. Is it a sense of place? A certain tone? A toque-wearing slasher who says, Sorry,? after running someone through with a chainsaw? We’ll get to the bottom of it, and along the way, we’ll discuss some of the writers and books that are defining Canadian horror.

Do The Time Warp Again: A Rocky Horror Picture Show Sing-Along!
Join us for an intimate and spirited sing-along to The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Gather with fellow fans in a cozy setting as we belt out the iconic tunes and celebrate this beloved cult classic. Take a step to the left, then a jump to the right, and get ready to sing your heart out! Dancing and shadow performing are not just permitted? they’re encouraged! Come in costume, bring your best props, and immerse yourself in the Rocky Horror experience. Let’s create unforgettable memories together. Don’t dream it, be it!

For the full programming schedule, visit: fanexpohq.com/fanexpocanada/schedule

For a complete list of programming, guests, info, and tickets, visit: https://fanexpohq.com/fanexpocanada/

Attending the Show from outside of Toronto?
Round-trip GO Fare makes it easy for fans to get to the show in a Flash (get it?). FAN EXPO Canada has partnered with Metrolinx to get fans to and from the event safely. The GO Add-On Ticket includes round trip GO Transit fare from any GO Station to Union Station and ensures they don’t miss a minute of the action. The GO Add-On Ticket can be added during checkout when buying tickets to FAN EXPO Canada.

*Children 12 and under ride the GO for free.

For more details and to purchase a GO Add-On Ticket, please visit the link.

ABOUT FAN EXPO Canada
FAN EXPO Canada is the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event in Canada and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America. The show has grown from a small comic book convention attracting 1,500 fans into a multi-faceted and multiple day citywide event that attracts hundreds of thousands of people from around the world. Every year, FAN EXPO Canada offers exciting family-friendly attractions, events, and world-renowned celebrities! Previous guests include Stan Lee, Patrick Stewart, Buzz Aldrin, William Shatner, Christopher Lloyd, Elijah Wood, Leonard Nimoy, Carrie Fisher, Gillian Anderson, and stars from hit television shows: The Walking Dead, Star Trek, The Vampire Diaries, Arrow, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Teen Wolf, Doctor Who, Gotham, Criminal Minds, Castle, and many, many more. The all-ages pop culture convention expects to host over 125,000 fans in 750,000 sq. ft. of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre for the four-day event.

ABOUT FAN EXPO HQ
FAN EXPO HQ is the largest comic con producer in the world. Collectively, it hosts nearly one million fans annually at FAN EXPO Canada, MEGACON Orlando, FAN EXPO Denver, Calgary Comics & Entertainment Expo, FAN EXPO Chicago, FAN EXPO Dallas, FAN EXPO Boston, FAN EXPO Philadelphia, Edmonton Comics & Entertainment Expo, FAN EXPO San Francisco, Toronto Comicon, FAN EXPO Cleveland, FAN EXPO New Orleans, FAN EXPO Portland, FAN EXPO Vancouver, and Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. The latest 2024 schedule of events is available here, along with up-to-date ticket information. Discover. Celebrate. Belong.

Universal Pictures Canada x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win passes to an Advance Screening of SPEAK NO EVIL!

Advance screenings for SPEAK NO EVIL will be held Monday, September 9 at 7 pm in: 

·         Toronto: Cineplex Yonge & Eglinton

·         Montreal EN: Cinema Banque Scotia

Synopsis: 

When an American family is invited to spend the weekend at the idyllic country estate of a charming British family they befriended on vacation, what begins as a dream holiday soon warps into a snarled psychological nightmare.

From Blumhouse, the producer of The Black Phone, Get Out and The Invisible Man, comes an intense suspense thriller for our modern age, starring BAFTA award-winner James McAvoy (Split, Glass) in a riveting performance as the charismatic, alpha-male estate owner whose untrammeled hospitality masks an unspeakable darkness.

Speak No Evil stars Mackenzie Davis (Terminator: Dark Fate, Halt and Catch Fire) and SAG award-winner Scoot McNairy (Argo, A Quiet Place Part II) as American couple Louise and Ben Dalton, who, along with their 11-year-old daughter Agnes (Alix West Lefler; The Good Nurse, Riverdale), accept the weekend-holiday invitation of Paddy (McAvoy), his wife Ciara (Aisling Franciosi; Game of Thrones, The Fall) and their furtive, mute son Ant (newcomer Dan Hough).

Written for the screen and directed by James Watkins, the writer-director of Eden Lake and the award-winning gothic ghost story The Woman in Black, Speak No Evil is based on the screenplay of the 2022 Danish horror sensation Gæsterne, written by Christian Tafdrup and Mads Tafdrup. That film earned 11 Danish Film Awards nominations, the Danish equivalent of the Oscars.

Speak No Evil is produced by Jason Blum (Five Nights at Freddy’s, M3GAN) for Blumhouse and by Paul Ritchie (McMafia, The Ipcress File) and is executive produced by Beatriz Sequeira for Blumhouse, Jacob Jarek and Christian Tafdrup.

Cast: James Mcavoy, Mackenzie Davis, Aisling Franciosi, Alix West Lefler, Dan Hough And Scoot Mcnairy

Written For The Screen And Directed By: James Watkins

Based On The Screenplay By: Christian Tafdrup And Mads Tafdrup

Producers: Jason Blum, Paul Ritchie

Executive Producers: Beatriz Sequeira, Jacob Jarek, Christian Tafdrup

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SPEAK NO EVIL is only in theatres September 13, 2024.

(Photo/video credit: Universal Pictures Canada)