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CTV Specialty Fall Programming Addendum

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CTV Comedy Channel GOOD TALK WITH ANTHONY JESELNIK *Series Premiere* (6 episodes x :30) Fridays at 11 p.m. ET beginning September 13  GOOD TALK WITH ANTHONY JESELNIK features Anthony’s interviews with a few of his friends – who happen to be some of the best comedians in the business. Over the course of 6 episodes, Anthony sits down with Nick Kroll (Sausage Party), Natasha Leggero (He’s Just Not That Into You), Kumail Nanjiani (The Big Sick), Tig Notaro (ONE MISSISSIPPI), Kristen Schaal (GRAVITY FALLS), and David Spade (LIGHTS OUT WITH DAVID SPADE). When Anthony is asking the questions, no topic is off-limits. In this series, he switches gears from his signature acerbic style for tongue-in-cheek interviews with his fellow comedians about their careers, their influences and what it’s like to live in his massive shadow. Anthony and his guests center their extremely funny conversations around stand-up, stories and bits, and participate in elegantly bizarre studio segments. COMEDY CENTRAL ROAST OF ALEC BALDWIN *Special Premiere* Sunday, September 15 at 10 p.m. ET Alec Baldwin takes the hot seat as this year’s Roastee in the COMEDY CENTRAL ROAST OF ALEC BALDWIN. The annual Emmy®- nominated and star-studded event will tape live at the Saban Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday, September 7 and will premiere on Sunday, September 15 at 10 p.m. ET on CTV Comedy Channel. As recently announced, Sean Hayes has been named Roast Master and joined by additional Roasters including; Robert De Niro, Blake Griffin, Caitlyn Jenner, Joel McHale, Debra Messing, Chris Redd, and Jeff Ross. THE COMEDY CENTRAL ROAST OF ALEC BALDWIN will be executive produced by Joel Gallen from Tenth Planet Productions, who also served as Executive Producer and Director of the COMEDY CENTRAL ROASTS OF BRUCE WILLIS, ROB LOWE, JUSTIN BIEBER, JAMES FRANCO, CHARLIE SHEEN, AND DONALD TRUMP, as well as the Emmy®-nominated COMEDY CENTRAL ROAST OF WILLIAM SHATNER. THE JIM JEFFERIES SHOW Season 3B Premiere (10 episodes x :30) Tuesdays at 10:30 p.m. ET beginning September 17 As the third season of the weekly, topical late night series continues host Jim Jefferies travels the globe to learn more about the world we live in through international field pieces. Jefferies explores social credit scores in Hong Kong that utilize very unsettling facial recognition technology, racist products in Australia, population decline in Japan because socially awkward millennials aren’t having sex, traditional healers in South Africa, and more. Previous global destinations have included South Korea, Thailand, Australia, Africa, and throughout the United States. Jim Jefferies, Scott Zabielski, Jason Reich and Brillstein Entertainment Partners’ Alex Murray and Tim Sarkes are the executive producers and Andrew Wantuck is the co-executive of The Jim Jefferies Show. COLD AS BALLS *Series Premiere* (11 episodes x :30) Fridays at 10:30 p.m. ET beginning October 11 Actor-comedian Kevin Hart hosts interview series COLD AS BALLS straight from a numbing sub-zero ice bath. While “chilling” right out, Hart along with guest hosts Terry Crews and Rel Howery interview different sports personalities who are also fully submersed in a freezing-cold tub. Interview guests include LaVar Ball, Blake Griffin, Lindsey Vonn, Hope Solo, Candace Parker, Draymond Green, Nerlens Noel, Chandler Parsons, Desean Jackson, Baron Davis, and Demariyus Thomas.  TACOMA FD *Series Premiere* (10 episodes x :30) Thursdays at 10:30 p.m. ET beginning October 17 TACOMA FD is a new half-hour comedy set in a firehouse in one of America’s rainiest cities. Light on blazes that need extinguishing, these firefighters keep themselves entertained with creative competitions, friendly first responder rivalries and no shortage of bizarre emergency calls. Tacoma FD is co-created and executive produced by Broken Lizard’s Kevin Heffernan and Steve Lemme alongside David Miner and Greg Walter from 3 Arts Entertainment and Kyle Clark from Silverscreen Pictures.  

CTV Drama Channel

AURORA TEAGARDEN MYSTERIES *Movie Series* (3 x 1:20) Movies Premiere Sundays at 7 p.m. ET beginning September 15 AURORA TEAGARDEN MYSTERIES stars Candace Cameron Bure (FULL HOUSE) as Aurora “Roe” Teagarden, a crime-solving librarian and a founding member of the Real Murders Club. With the help of her Real Murders Club regulars, the friends solve the mysterious murders that plague their small town of Lawrenceton, Washington.  The series also stars Niall Matter (The Predator), Marilu Henner (L.A. Story), Lexa Doig (ANDROMEDA) and Peter Benson (MECH-X4). AURORA TEAGARDEN MYSTERIES: A GAME OF CAT AND MOUSE Sunday, September 15 at 7 p.m. ET When someone begins taunting Aurora Teagarden with cryptic clues left at crime scenes, the librarian-turned-crime buff attempts to figure out who is behind the creepy “game.” But when the people closest to Aurora become targets, the game takes on a much more dangerous edge as it points to a planned murder. And once it is discovered that Aurora’s blossoming relationship with Professor Nick Miller (Niall Matter) might be the source of jealousy that is driving the crime spree, Aurora must be especially careful not to become the next victim. AURORA TEAGARDEN MYSTERIES: AN INHERITANCE TO DIE FOR Sunday, September 22 at 7 p.m. ET Sally Allison’s (Lexa Doig) aunt is poisoned during a family wedding reception and Aurora Teagarden vows to get to the bottom of the crime, especially when her mother, a friend of the dead woman, stands to inherit the bulk of the massive estate. With help from her new beau Nick (Niall Matter) and her Real Murders Club regulars, Roe won’t stop until she brings the killer to justice…or dies trying.  AURORA TEAGARDEN MYSTERIES: A VERY FOUL PLAY Sunday, September 29 at 7 p.m. ET While attending a weekend confab of murder mystery and true crime fans, Aurora and her Real Murders Club pals agree to appear in the stage production of a fun murder mystery. However, when a very real murder is committed on stage in front of everyone during an unplanned blackout, Aurora’s nephew Phillip (Dylan Sloane) becomes the prime suspect when the lights come back up and he is found holding the murder weapon, a bloody knife. THE TRUTH ABOUT THE HARRY QUEBERT AFFAIR *Series Premiere* (10 episodes x :60) Sundays at 9 p.m. ET beginning September 15 Based on the bestselling novel by Joël Dicker, THE TRUTH ABOUT THE HARRY QUEBERT AFFAIR stars Golden Globe® and Emmy®-nominated actor Patrick Dempsey in the title role as Harry Quebert, a literary icon who suddenly finds himself indicted for murder after the body of a young girl is found buried on his property. Starring alongside Dempsey is Ben Schnetzer (Pride), Damon Wayans Jr. (Big Hero 6) and Virginia Madsen (Sideways). Jean-Jacques Annaud, director of the Academy Award® winning film Black and White In Color, makes his television directorial debut, directing every episode of the series. QUEEN OF THE SOUTH Season 4 Premiere (10 episodes x :60) Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET beginning October 2  In season 4 of QUEEN OF THE SOUTH, Teresa Mendoza (Alice Braga, I Am Legend) expands her empire to the East Coast by taking on the Big Easy – New Orleans, Louisiana. But when new enemies emerge and familial trust is broken, Teresa is forced to make difficult decisions that weigh heavy on her soul. QUEEN OF THE SOUTH is based on the global best-selling novel La Reina Del Sur, by internationally acclaimed author Arturo Pérez-Reverte. David T. Friendly executive produces the drama alongside executive producers and co-showrunners, Dailyn Rodriguez and Ben Lobato. The series is co-produced by Fox 21 Television Studios and Universal Cable Productions. CHRONICLE MYSTERIES: THE DEEP END *Movie Premiere* (1 x 1:20) Sunday October 6 at 7 p.m. ET The latest edition of Alex McPherson’s (Alison Sweeney, DAYS OF OUR LIVES) true crime podcast centers on the death of a man whose wife seems certain to be convicted for his murder. As she follows the story on her podcast Alex, assisted by her colleague Drew Godfrey (Benjamin Ayres), becomes convinced that the wife didn’t do it, but unless she can identify and locate the killer before the trial reaches its conclusion, an innocent woman will take the fall for a murder she didn’t commit. CROSSWORD MYSTERIES *Movie Series* (2 x 1:20) Movies Premiere Sundays at 7 p.m. ET beginning October 13 CROSSWORD MYSTERIES stars Lacy Chabert (Mean Girls) as Tess Harper, a crossword puzzle editor for the New York Sentinel. Alongside Tess is Logan (Brennan Elliott, UNREAL) an NYPD detective who works with Tess to solve puzzling murder mysteries. The made-for-TV movies are executive produced by Will Shortz, New York Times’ crossword puzzle creator. CROSSWORD MYSTERIES: PROPOSING MURDER Sunday, October 13 at 7 p.m. ET Tess Harper (Lacy Chabert) dives into Logan’s (Brennan Elliot) murder investigation of her friend who was about to propose with her help. As she grows closer to the truth, she fears it could ruin everyone’s happily ever after. CROSSWORD MYSTERIES: ABRACADAVER Sunday, September 20 at 7 p.m. ET During her birthday celebration, Tess and Logan find themselves swept up in a world that isn’t always what it seems when the headlining magician at the Magic Manor winds up dead.  

CTV Life Channel

 HOLMES 911 *Series Premiere* (12 episodes x :60) Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET beginning September 17  Mike Holmes is going back to his roots rescuing homeowners from unscrupulous contractors, unhealthy homes and D.I.Y. projects gone wrong.  It’s a family affair as his daughter Sherry Holmes and son Michael Holmes, who share his passion for making it right for deserving families, are right by his side.  Over 12 episodes, the Holmes’ will take on five houses, and turn them into homes again. BONACINI’S ITALY Season 2A Premiere (8 episodes x :30) Fridays at 8 p.m. ET beginning September 20 Set in a contemporary kitchen, celebrity chef Michael Bonacini (MASTERCHEF CANADA) cooks his way through 15 Italian regions in season 2 of BONACINI’S ITALY. Each episode explores the flavours and textures unique to each region as Michael cooks an entire meal including; antipasto, soup, or salad, a delicious primo, succulent secondo, and finishes with a decadent dolce. As he cooks, Michael regales viewers with stories of his travels in Italy and provides interesting facts about each region. Whether it’s hearty dishes from the North of Italy that borders the alps, rustic cuisine from popular tourist destinations in the centre of the country, or food inspired by the blue waters that surround Italy’s Southern tip, each dish celebrates the diversity of Italian fare. BONACINI’S ITALY is created by Chris Knight, President and CEO, Gusto Worldwide Media. Bell Media Production Executive is Danielle Pearson. Corrie Coe is Senior Vice-President, Original Programming, Bell Media. Pat DiVittorio is Vice-President, Programming, Bell Media. Mike Cosentino is Senior Vice-President, Content and Programming, Bell Media. Randy Lennox is President, Bell Media.  LET’S BRUNCH *Series Premiere* (8 episodes x :30) Fridays at 8:30 p.m. ET beginning September 20 Dedicated to everyone’s favourite mid-morning meal, LET’S BRUNCH is a delightful cooking series hosted by the bubbly Vanessa Gianfrancesco (ONE WORLD KITCHEN, PRESSURE’S ON). Each episode of LET’S BRUNCH features four delicious dishes that are a mix of flavorus and textures that are sure to satisfy every taste bud. From a sophisticated Lobster Eggs Benedict, to an indulgent Brunch Burger or soothing Turmeric Ginger Latte, Vanessa manages to make each morning brighter and more delicious. The series is produced and distributed by Gusto Worldwide Media and is based on an innovative format from CEO and President, Chris Knight. MARTHA & SNOOP’S POTLUCK PARTY CHALLENGE Season 3A Premiere (6 episodes x :30) Fridays at 10 p.m. ET beginning September 20 Emmy-nominated series, MARTHA & SNOOP’S POTLUCK DINNER PARTY returns with a new competitive recipe: ten battle-themed specials. Series hosts, Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg and their teammates are pitted against each other as they compete in friendly culinary-themed challenges such as a “4/20 munchies chowdown” with the hopes of winning over a celebrity judge for the coveted “Potluck Party Platter” prize. Celebrity guests include Academy-Award ® winners, Matthew McConaughey, Octavia Spencer and more. MARTHA & SNOOP’S POTLUCK DINNER PARTY is executive produced by Martha Stewart and Kim Miller Olko for Sequential Brands Group (NASDAQ: SQBG), Snoop Dogg and Ted Chung for MERRY JANE (MERRYJANE.com), SallyAnn Salsano for 495 Productions and Trevor Rose, Candida Boyette-Clemons, Fernando Mills, and Todd Radnitz for VH1.  JAMIE’S ULTIMATE VEG *Series Premiere* (6 episodes x :60) Fridays at 9 p.m. ET beginning November 15 Jamie Oliver (JAMIE COOKS ITALY, JAMIE AND JIMMY’S FOOD FIGHT CLUB) is back with a brand-new series where he encourages meat-eaters and vegetarians alike to put vegetables front and centre of their meals. Bursting with tasty, vibrant, mouth-watering recipes including; Cauli Cheese Pizza Pie and Sweet Leek Carbonara, JAMIE’S ULTIMATE VEG demonstrates how vegetables can steal the show when Jamie cooks up a stunning collection of hearty vegetable dishes. In his new series, Jamie finds fresh inspiration from around the UK and further afield travelling to Delhi, Jodhpur, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Bethlehem – bringing back the techniques and flavours he finds to the studio.  

CTV Sci-Fi Channel 

SUPERNATURAL Season 15 (20 episodes x :60) Thursdays at 8 p.m. beginning October 10  The epic journey of the Winchesters comes to a close as SUPERNATURAL enters its final season. Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) have battled tall tales, angels, and demons, in a seemingly unending quest to save the world.  But in last season’s final struggle, they faced off against God Himself (Rob Benedict), refusing to kill their surrogate Nephilim son Jack (Alexander Calvert), and thus bringing about God’s decision to end this reality once and for all… The paranormal action-drama is executive produced by Robert Singer, Andrew Dabb, Brad Buckner, and Eugenie Ross-Leming. ARROW Season 8 (10 episodes x :60) Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET beginning October 15  The final season of ARROW follows Oliver Queen (Stephen Amell) who has been missing and presumed dead for five years before being discovered alive on a remote island.  He returned home to Star City, bent on righting the wrongs done by his family and fighting injustice. As the Green Arrow, he successfully saved his city his city with the help of a team of vigilantes. Oliver will find himself pitted against his most challenging battle yet that will leave the multiverse handing in the balance and force himself to confront the reality of what it means to be a hero.  ARROW is executive produced by Greg Berlanti and Beth Schwartz. CASTLE ROCK Season 2 (10 episodes x :60) Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET beginning October 23 Psychological-horror series, CASTLE ROCK takes viewers into the chilling world of acclaimed, best-selling author Stephen King. Set in the fictional Maine town of Castle Rock, the series unites King’s multiverse combining the mythological scale and intimate character storytelling of his best-loved works while weaving an epic saga of darkness and light within a few square miles of Maine woodland. In the second season, a feud between warring clans comes to a boil when budding psychopath Annie Wilkes (Lizzy Caplan) – Stephen King’s nurse from hell – gets waylaid in Castle Rock. CASTLE ROCK stars Lizzy Caplan (Cloverfield), Paul Sparks (HOUSE OF CARDS), Yusra Warsama (The Last Days on Mars), Barkhad Abdi (CAPTAIN PHILLIPS), and Elsie Fisher (Eighth Grade), Matthew Alan (13 REASONS WHY) Tim Robbins (Mystic River). Executive producers are J.J. Abrams, Stephen King, Sam Shaw (MANHATTAN), Dustin Thomason (MANHATTAN), Ben Stephenson (WESTWORLD), Vince Calandra (SHARP OBJECTS), and Liz Glotzer (THE GOOD FIGHT).  
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