Series synopsis
Strange Empire is a Canadian western television series that premiered on CBC Television on October 6, 2014. It ended on February 2, 2015. It was created by Laurie Finstad-Knizhnik. It stars Michelle Creber, Cara Gee, Matreya Scarrwener and Teach Grant.
Set in 1869 Alberta-Montana border country, “Strange Empire” is a Western whose heroes are women. With most of their men gone, and those who remain battling for control, the women struggle to survive, to find their independence, and to build a life in which to thrive and raise families.
Premise
Set in 1869 Alberta-Montana border country, “Strange Empire” is a Western whose heroes are women. With most of their men gone, and those who remain battling for control, the women struggle to survive, to find their independence, and to build a life in which to thrive and raise families.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Michelle Creber as Kelly
- Cara Gee as Kat Loving
- Matreya Scarrwener as Robin
- Teach Grant as Franklyn Caze
- Eric Keenleyside as Abe Little
- Melissa Farman as Dr. Rebecca Blithely
- Spencer Drever as Georgie
- Aaron Poole as Captain John Slotter
Guest cast
- Jesse Moss as Porter
- Tantoo Cardinal as Pichette
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | October 6, 2014 | February 2, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Hunting Party A bloodthirsty massacre leaves a group of women in the hands of a ruthless man who wants to put them to whore. |
October 6, 2014 |
| 2 |
Buckskin Princess Isabelle uses powers to attract investors to the mine. Kat's girls end up captured by Slotter. |
October 13, 2014 |
| 3 |
Other Powers Slotter discovers that his son has been thieving. Isabelle trades her services for much needed cash. Kat is a witness to the cold blooded murder of a travelling preacher. |
October 20, 2014 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CBC Television |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 6, 2014 |
| Last aired | February 2, 2015 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | canceled |
| Schedule | Monday at 21:00:00 |