Series synopsis
Fortunate Son is a Canadian drama television series that premiered on CBC Television on January 8, 2020. It ended on February 26, 2020. It was created by Andrew Wreggitt. It stars Kari Matchett, Darren Mann, Stephen Moyer and Dylan Taylor.
Spy drama set in the social and political chaos of 1968, inspired by a true story. Pursued into Canada by the FBI, the matriarch of an American activist family helps smuggle Vietnam war deserters and draft dodgers across the border. What she doesn't know is that one of the deserters is an agent of the CIA sent to spy on her.
Premise
Spy drama set in the social and political chaos of 1968, inspired by a true story. Pursued into Canada by the FBI, the matriarch of an American activist family helps smuggle Vietnam war deserters and draft dodgers across the border. What she doesn't know is that one of the deserters is an agent of the CIA sent to spy on her.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Kari Matchett as Ruby Howard
- Darren Mann as Travis Hunter
- Stephen Moyer as Vern Lang
- Dylan Taylor as Chief Kelly
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 8 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | January 8, 2020 | February 26, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Fortunate Son The lives of the Howard family are changed forever when Ruby helps a drug-addicted Vietnam war deserter escape to Canada. Travis Hunter has a troubled past and his presence reignites tensions. |
January 8, 2020 |
| 2 |
Chimes of Freedom The committee works to free the jailed peace protesters as Ralph and his new girlfriend, Destiny, take matters into their own hands. |
January 15, 2020 |
| 3 |
All Along the Watch Tower Travis helps a newly arrived deserter while Ruby tries to comfort a distraught Ralph. |
January 22, 2020 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CBC Television |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 8, 2020 |
| Last aired | February 26, 2020 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Wednesday at 21:00:00 |