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1998
5 Seasons
7.3 (453)

The Industry is a Canadian television series, created by Kevin Sullivan and Joe Dinicol, that aired from 1998 to 2002. The show is a comedy-drama about the behind-the-scenes shenanigans of a Toronto-based television production company. The Industry revolves around the dynamic personalities of Miranda Hardacre (played by Deborah Odell) and Duncan McNabb (played by Rick Mercer), two producers who work for the company called Keystone Productions. They are in charge of creating and managing various television shows while dealing with the eccentric talents and diverse personalities of their colleagues.

One of the key characters is Andrew Airlie, who plays the role of Oliver Mercer, the CEO of Keystone Productions. Oliver is a former TV actor who is obsessed with ratings and is desperate to keep his company profitable. Heâs always involved in the creative aspects of the shows, despite not having any real talent in that area.

Another character in the show is Peter Keleghan, who plays Martin Grower. Martin is a writer and producer who is constantly fighting with the other employees of Keystone over the direction of the company. Heâs a savvy businessman who is always on the lookout for the next big hit.

The Industry depicts the day-to-day operations of the company, as well as the relationships between the staff. Each episode focuses on a specific project or problem that Keystone is faced with, and the characters work together to solve the issues and achieve success in the industry.

The show explores themes such as nepotism, sexism, and ageism in the entertainment industry. The Industry is an entertaining look at the ups and downs of working in the television business, while also delving into the personal lives of the characters.

Throughout the series, viewers are treated to glimpses of how the various shows created by Keystone are made, from the initial concept to the final episode. The Industry features several parodies of popular TV series, including a sitcom about a Catholic priest who solves mysteries and a reality show about a family who run a funeral home.

The witty writing and hilarious characters make The Industry a must-watch for those interested in the workings of the entertainment industry. The showâs commentary on the industry is both hilarious and thought-provoking, making it an entertaining and insightful glimpse into a world that is oftentimes shrouded in mystery.

Overall, The Industry is a well-written, well-acted television series that is both funny and insightful. Itâs a great example of Canadian television and a must-watch for anyone interested in the behind-the-scenes workings of the television industry. So, if youâre looking for a comedy-drama that combines great characters, witty writing, and a unique perspective on the entertainment industry, then The Industry is definitely worth checking out.

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17. The Last Show

June 20, 2003

Gordon Pinsent guest stars as Myron Kingswell, a wheeler and dealer who is intent on building a media empire. Alan obliges by selling Pyramid to Kingswell. Alan assures Veronica, Victor, Wanda and Richard that there will be no changes. However, Richard knows better.

16. Producer's Cut

June 13, 2003

Alan is convinced that the show "Producer's Cut," which stars Jonathan Summers, makes fun of him. He recruits Wanda to work for him and spy on Jonathan's production company. Meanwhile, Veronica is busy working out new contracts for Richard and Victor, who become obsessed with which one of them is earning more money.

15. Requiem for Beaver Creek

June 6, 2003

When Brian, from the network, arrives at Pyramid, Alan is ready to negotiate for more seasons of "Beaver Creek." Instead, Brian informs Alan that the show is canceled. While an outraged Alan enlists Victor to galvanize the public to revive the show, Richard and Veronica work on spin offs for the cast members.

14. Richard's Brother

May 30, 2003

When Pyramid's new kids quiz show is in trouble, Richard and Victor must retool it and find another host. Over Richard's strenuous objections, the new host is none other than Richard's older brother Charles. Meanwhile, Veronica arranges for Alan to receive an honorary degree from a college and tries in vain to make sure Alan doesn't embarrass himself or his company at the commencement address.

13. Beaver Creek Jumps the Shark

March 28, 2003

Wanda arranges the office for Alan's birthday party. Richard, Victor and Veronica are enlisted to help, but instead share their reminisces of what they think are the worst moments of Pyramid's family production, "Beaver Creek." This leads Richard, Veronica and Victor to wonder what some of the worst moments in their own lives were.

12. Dock Cops

March 21, 2003

The critically acclaimed "Dock Cops," a gritty cop show, isn't selling well overseas, so Alan orders Richard to make some changes. Richard must overcome the objections of the show's lead, Terry, when he adds Sydney to the cast and tries to make it lighter. At the same time, Veronica worries that Alan's name will turn up on the client list of the most exclusive brothel in Toronto.

11. Bio-Pic

March 14, 2003

Victor has been picked to sit on the committee that awards Canadians the coveted Leaf of Flame, so Alan orders him to make sure someone from a Pyramid production receives one. Meanwhile, Richard is busy making sure Pyramid doesn't fall victim to a con artist claiming to be a Canadian member of the Kennedy family.

10. Victor's Dating Show

March 7, 2003

Victor has always wanted to produce a dating show, so Alan lets him oversee a new show Pyramid acquired, "First Date." The only problem is that "First Date" already has a showrunner - Connie Miles. Even if Victor can handle her, he still has to deal with Alan's notes and suggestions, one of which includes filming Richard and Veronica as a couple out on their very first date.

9. Alan's New Studio

February 28, 2003

Victor wants Pyramid to buy a new studio that Richard and Veronica are convinced is a toxic dump. However, Richard has other things to worry about because Alan has hired interior designer Toddy to give the Pyramid offices a makeover. All Richard has to do is make sure Alan likes the result.

8. Office Flu

February 21, 2003

The flu hits Pyramid's staff just as the deadline for the prestigious Rose d'Or awards approaches. Meanwhile, Richard's computer crashes and the technician who's hired to fix it turns out to be worse than any computer virus ever invented.

7. Beaver Creek Valentine

February 14, 2003

Richard oversees fixing Pyramid's new skateboarding show, so he hires Wanda's son, Billy, to make it more accessible to teens. However, Wanda wants her son to concentrate on school. Billy has gotten his first taste of being a television executive and he likes it. Plus, he now makes more money than Mom.

6. The Skateboard Show

February 7, 2003

Jackie Burroughs debuts on "The Industry" as high-maintenance method actor Helga Lemper. While preparing for her role as the Christmas angel in the upcoming "Beaver Creek Christmas Special," the network demands a few changes. Suddenly, the production is a Valentine's Day special. Richard must figure out a way to meet the network's demands while convincing Helga to stay on the project.

5. Babes with Blades

January 31, 2003

Unknown to her colleagues, Veronica has been busy making a low-budget documentary about a woman's hockey team. Unfortunately for her, Alan finds out, and, jealous of the success of "Men with Brooms," takes a personal interest in Veronica's work. Richard and Victor are assigned the task of turning a feminist documentary into something that resembles "Porky's."

4. People of the Fish

January 24, 2003

Linda Kash returns as tough-talking, empty-headed American film producer Deon Parkman. This time she works with Veronica and Richard on a Nova Scotia-based period co-production, "Up the Dark Passage." Meanwhile, in reaction to the "Canada Reads" campaign, Alan and Victor try to organize a week devoted to convincing ordinary people to watch TV.

3. Acquisitions

January 17, 2003

Alan believes that in the 500-channel universe, Pyramid has no choice, but to grow or die. To grow, Alan acquires another production company and along with it, a new money-losing specialty channel. Richard, Victor, Veronica and Wanda must figure out what to do with the cash-hemorrhaging Subtitled Movie Channel. However, Alan tries to show them the channel's real worth.

2. Best Seller

January 10, 2003

Alan wants to find out why Ann-Marie MacDonald, best-selling author, award-winning playwright and television personality, has turned down his overture to join the Pyramid family. Richard, Veronica and Victor take turns giving their version of why the deal went awry, but only Ann-Marie knows the real reason.

1. Private Sector

October 1, 2003

When the new head of the Network removes high-ranking Brian Switzer, Alan, out of loyalty and fear, offers Brian a job at Pyramid. Richard, Veronica and Victor have no choice but to gang up on Brian because he is getting in the way of their projects and has no useful skills as a producer. However, Brian might turn out to be a little more resourceful than they all thought.

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