Series synopsis
Son of a Critch is a Canadian comedy television series that premiered on CBC Television on January 4, 2022. It was created by Tim McAuliffe, Mark Critch. It stars Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Mark Critch, Malcolm McDowell and Claire Rankin.
A coming-of-age story set in St. John’s, Newfoundland of 11 year-old Mark, much older on the inside than his 11 years, who uses comedy to win friends and connect with people in his limited world.
Premise
A coming-of-age story set in St. John’s, Newfoundland of 11 year-old Mark, much older on the inside than his 11 years, who uses comedy to win friends and connect with people in his limited world.
Premise: He's 11 going on 70.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Young Mark
- Mark Critch as Father
- Malcolm McDowell as Pop
- Claire Rankin as Mary
- Mark Ezekiel Rivera as Ritchie Perez
- Colton Gobbo as Mike Jr.
- Sophia Powers as Fox
Guest cast
- George Masswohl as Priest
- Cassidy Barry as Parent
- Noah Perchard as Fabe
- Evan Mercer as Felon #1
- Lawrence Barry as Mr. Chafe
- Michelle Lambert as Bus Driver
- Justin Nurse as Hot Dad Paul
- Chuck Herriott as Strange Man
- Bruce Brenton as Protester
- Julia Halfyard as Choir Mom #1
- Terry Ryan as Drunk Man
- Ashley Dingwell as Amanda
Episodes
This series spans 5 seasons with 53 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | January 4, 2022 | April 12, 2022 |
| Season 2 | 13 | January 3, 2023 | March 28, 2023 |
| Season 3 | 13 | January 9, 2024 | April 2, 2024 |
| Season 4 | 13 | January 7, 2025 | April 8, 2025 |
| Season 5 | 1 | September 8, 2026 | September 8, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Old Soul, New School Mark’s first day of junior high is marred by a bully — a young girl named Fox. But when he stands up for himself, he learns that words can hurt more than fists. |
January 4, 2022 |
| 2 |
Lordy, Lordy, Look Who’s Dead A chance encounter at a funeral parlour leads to Mark’s first date with a girl. As he risks life and limb in a race across town to meet her, Fox finds herself unexpectedly jealous. Meanwhile, Mary tries to convince Dick to sell her the old radio station truck. |
January 11, 2022 |
| 3 |
Cello, I Must Be Going Mark fears being forced to play the cello will make him a social pariah. But when his cello is taken by a gang of bullies, Fox begrudgingly comes to his rescue. Meanwhile, Pop and Sister Rose take a stroll down memory lane when it’s revealed they used to be an item. |
January 18, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Growing Apart Mark is devastated to learn Fox found a new boyfriend over the summer. Meanwhile, Mike Jr struggles to tell his dad he dropped out of school. |
January 3, 2023 |
| 2 |
You're Dead After School Fox's boyfriend threatens to beat Mark up after school. Mary learns Mike Sr is making less money than their son, and pushes her husband to demand a raise. |
January 10, 2023 |
| 3 |
Feast or Famine Mark is determined to raise the most money for the 24-hour famine; the refrigerator breaks at the Critch house and forces the family to cook all its food at once. |
January 17, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
That Was Me In Grade Nine Mark is eager to begin his final year of elementary school. Finally, he’ll be at the top of the social food chain! But when Mark discovers that he needs glasses his cool guy dreams come tumbling down. |
January 9, 2024 |
| 2 |
Reach for the Top Mark and his friends compete on “Reach for The Top”, but when the game starts and they face Mark’s crush Cara, Marks’ heart sets his brain to stun. |
January 16, 2024 |
| 3 |
You're Full of It Mark faces bathroom woes. Fox finds herself parenting her brothers. Poppy Bell visits and family tensions rise. |
January 23, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Groove Is in the Heart Mark starts high school at a former girls' school, finding joy in theatre while navigating old friendships and new love. Pop's ham radio hobby leads him to an intercepted distress signal. |
January 7, 2025 |
| 2 |
Field Party Tensions rise between rival schools as Fox finds a friend who invites her to a field party; Mark worries about older kids; Mike Jr hires Dick's daughter as the new VOCM promo girl. |
January 14, 2025 |
| 3 |
Front Page Challenge Mark uncovers proof Sister Rose cheated but hesitates to publish; Mike Sr. covers the Meech Lake Accord as Mary scores an exclusive; Pop does some redecorating. |
January 21, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TBA | September 8, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CBC Television |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 4, 2022 |
| Last aired | April 8, 2025 |
| Runtime | 22 minutes |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 20:30:00 |