Bell Media Announces 2026/27 Original Content Slate

Executive Summary

• Bell Media unveiled its 2026/27 English original content slate, featuring 62 premium titles complemented by 56 previously announced French-language projects, totaling 118 titles for the season.
• The slate spans scripted dramas, comedies, unscripted series, and extensive docuseries/documentary programming, highlighting major creative partnerships and global distribution deals.
• Key programming highlights include the return of Big Brother Canada, new series from Lionsgate/Point Grey Pictures and Sony Pictures Television, a comprehensive hockey content slate, and multiple franchise renewals across CTV and Crave.

Key Details

• Slate Overview: 62 English-language titles + 56 French-language titles = 118 total titles for 2026/27.
• Scripted Series & Renewals:
• Big Brother Canada: Returns in 2027, hosted by Andrea Bain; production begins Spring 2027 in Montréal (30 x 60 episodes).
• The Littlest Hobo: Live-action drama; first project under Bell Media's development/production agreement with Lionsgate and Point Grey Pictures (Seth Rogen/Evan Goldberg).
• Thunder Point: 10-episode romance/mystery drama from Sullivan's Crossing creators (Roma Roth, Christopher E. Perry), adapted from Robyn Carr's NYT bestselling books.
• I'm Not Here to Hurt You: 10-episode drama created by David Shore & Freddie Highmore; first co-commission by Sony Pictures Television and Bell Media.
• Meatballs: 8-episode comedy based on the 1979 film, starring Robbie G.K.
• Bulges: 8-episode comedy starring Mark-Paul Gosselaar, based on a 2024 special.
• Cats in the Plateau: 6-episode comedy starring Jared Keeso.
• The Hidden Keys: 8-episode mystery thriller adapted from André Alexis' novel, showrunner Jeremy Boxen.
• I Can't Save You: 8-episode comedy about a single mom in stand-up.
• Anna Pigeon: 10-episode drama co-commissioned with USA Network, debuts Aug 7, starring Tracy Spiridakos.
• Advent Calendar: 24-episode dating competition series (English adaptation of French hit).
• Bizzare ER: 18-episode reality series on ER cases.
• Golden Mile: 6-episode workplace comedy.
• Salty: 8-episode female buddy comedy.
• Seoul Palace: 6-episode drama inspired by the founding of Lee's Palace.
• Sigil: 8-episode fantasy-horror series blending live action and animation.
• Slo Pitch: 10-episode mockumentary about a beer league softball team.
• Yaga: 8-episode contemporary mystery thriller.
• CTV Renewals: Sullivan's Crossing (S5), Acting Good (S5), The Traitors Canada (S4), MasterChef Canada (S9), The Amazing Race Canada (S12).
• Unscripted & Docuseries:
• Balls Deep: 10-episode docuseries on Miami's elite beach volleyball scene.
• Snooki: The Paranormal Rookie: 8-episode paranormal investigation series.
• Canada's Drag Race: All Stars: 6-episode spin-off hosted by Brooke Lynn Hytes.
• Temptations Under the Sun: Cyprus: 10-episode dating competition series.
• Hockey Slate: Blood on the Ice (5x60, Jay Baruchel), Jonathan Toews Documentary (1x90), Puck Parents (8x60), Canada Cup '87: The Cold War on Ice (4x60), If Stanley Could Talk (2x60). The Rebuild: Inside the Montreal Canadiens returns for Season 3.
• True Crime/Docuseries: Nose Deep (3x60, Ryan Wedding), Dead of Winter (3x60, Sherman murders), Dark Horse (3x60, Eric Lamaze), Epstein: A Case for Murder (2x45), Above Suspicion (3x60, Col. Russell Williams), Billion Dollar Hash Hunt (3x60), Candy and the Bad Cop (3x60), Fool Me Once (4x60), A Lawyer on Trial (3x60), Pretty People Murder (3x60).
• Documentaries: A Lifetime in Photobooths (1x90), All Heart: Canada Women's Rugby (4x30), Ayami Sato: Curveball (1x90), Modern Whore (1x80), Relax, Open Your Eyes (1x90), Sharon, Lois & Bram: Skinnamarink Forever (1x90), The Art of Dance (1x90), Turtle Island Rap (1x90).
• Returning Crave Series: Heated Rivalry (S2), The Office Movers (S3), Canada's Drag Race (S7), Shoresy (S6), Project Runway Canada (S2), Drag Brunch Saved My Life (S2), Super Team Canada (S2).
• Key Partnerships & Distribution: Collaborations and distribution agreements with Lionsgate, Point Grey Pictures, Sony Pictures Television, USA Network, Sphere Abacus, Blink49 Studios, Incendo, New Metric Media, Aircraft Pictures, Redcloud Studios, Frantic Films, Banger Films, Trioscope Studios, Shaftesbury, Buck Productions, Productions J, Blue Ant Studios, Peacock Alley Entertainment, Boat Rocker Studios, Alibi Entertainment, Game Seven Media, Muse Entertainment, TVO, Grainey Pictures, Neshama Entertainment, SKY Docs, Bright North Studios, Attraction Images Inc., C3 Media, URBANIA, Grand Scheme, Hawkeye Pictures, Wildling Pictures, West Film, Hip Hop Films, Karma Film, and Scenario Media.

Notable Quotes

• "Bell Media's 2026/27 slate reflects our continued ambition to lead with distinctive, globally competitive Canadian storytelling," said Sean Cohan, President, Bell Media. "We're doubling down on premium storytelling, expanding our creative partnerships, and investing in ideas that break through—both for Canadian audiences and viewers around the world. Together with the industry's best creators, we've built a pipeline that drives cultural impact and long-term growth."