This Hour Has 22 Minutes (1993)
This Hour Has 22 Minutes is a weekly Canadian television comedy that airs on CBC Television. Launched in 1993 during Canada's 35th general election, the show focuses on Canadian politics, combining news parody, sketch comedy and satirical editorials. Originally featuring Cathy Jones, Rick Mercer, Greg Thomey and Mary Walsh, the series featured satirical sketches of the weekly news and Canadian political events. The show's format is a mock news program, intercut with comic sketches, parody commercials and humorous interviews of public figures. The on-location segments are frequently filmed with slanted camera angles.
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1. 30 Has Never Looked So 222022-09-13 · 22mCanada’s longest-running TV comedy series is back, celebrating 30 years of political satire, and an unrelenting skewering of the weekly news. Don’t miss the season premiere!
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2. Inflation Nation2022-09-20 · 22mThe cost of living is up, but the laughs are still free on Canada’s longest-running TV comedy series!
- 3 3. Laughter After the Storm2022-09-27 · 22mMark Critch returns in an all-new episode of 22 Minutes with Trent McClellan, guest stars Susan Kent, and Chris Wilson on the desk.
- 4 4. 22 Minutes at Glenn Gould Studio2022-10-04 · 22m22 Minutes stars Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan and Stacey McGunnigle in a special all-new episode filmed before a live studio audience at Toronto’s legendary Glenn G
- 5 5. This Special Has 30 Years2022-10-11 · 22mA must-see retrospective episode that looks back at 22 Minutes' history while exploring what has made the show such a groundbreaking cultural force over its 30 seasons, featuring i
- 6 6. Keep It Simple2022-10-18 · 22mAll this talk about plain language has everyone confused! 22 Minutes “tells it like it is” in an all-new episode, starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan and Stacey M
- 7 7. Scary Times2022-10-25 · 22mHallowe’en? The world is scary enough these days! Scream with laughter at an all-new episode of 22 Minutes.
- 8 8. Soup to Nuts2022-11-01 · 22mTune in for some souped-up laughs when climate change protesters show up on an all- new episode of 22 Minutes.
- 9 9. Holmes Invasion2022-11-08 · 22m22 Minutes is rocking the foundations on an all-new episode, starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan and Stacey McGunnigle.
- 10 10. I’m Baaaaack2022-11-15 · 22mThe possibility of a Trump return has Mark Critch all wigged-out on an all new episode of 22 Minutes.
- 11 11. Baby, It's Cold Inside!2022-11-22 · 22mIf the heating bill’s too high, cuddle up with the one you love for an all new episode of 22 Minutes.
- 12 12. 22 IN ‘232023-01-03 · 22mNew year, new laughs! 22 Minutes takes on 2023 with an all-new episode, starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan and Stacey McGunnigle.
- 13 13. First Lady of Comedy2023-01-10 · 22mOn an all-new episode, Michelle Obama is standing strong… and standing up! Season 30 continues with stars Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan and Stacey McGunnigle.
- 14 14. Pierre Pressure2023-01-17 · 22mPoilievre’s personality gets put to the test as the subject of a focus group on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes. Starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan and Stacey M
- 15 15. Alcoholics Synonymous2023-01-24 · 22mThe cost of living continues to rise, and the number of recommended drinks is down. What’s wrong with this picture? Find out on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes, starring Mark Crit
- 16 16. Surviving Winter2023-01-31 · 22mYou’ve made it through COVID, now can you get enough votes to stay on the island? 22 Minutes takes on the pandemic and Survivor on an all-new episode, starring Mark Critch, Aba Amu
- 17 17. Total Mockery2023-02-07 · 22mSpecial guests Colin Mochrie and CBC’s Ian Hanomansing join 22 Minutes 30th anniversary season in an all-new episode starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan and Stace
- 18 18. Love Wins2023-02-14 · 22mIt’s Valentine’s Day! Who doesn’t love a brand new episode of 22 Minutes! Starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan and Stacey McGunnigle, and special guest Nadine Bhab
- 19 19. The Hit List2023-02-21 · 22m22 Minutes revisits the hits on a special edition full of fan favorites and best viral sketches.
- 20 20. Paycheque Pizza2023-02-28 · 22mHungry? 22 Minutes delivers Poilievre’s paycheque pizza in an all-new episode. Starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan, and Stacey McGunnigle.
- 21 21. Tik Tok Time's Up!2023-03-07 · 22mThe Tik Tok dance party’s over for Canada’s political leaders on an all-new episode of 22 Minutes. Starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan, and Stacey McGunnigle.
- 22 22. Super Cheap2023-03-14 · 22mOn an all-new episode of 22 Minutes, Aba gets Super Cheap with Super Freaky Girl, and Mark’s Sir Elton is a royal pain. Starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan, and S
- 23 23. Winning Streak2023-03-21 · 22mWonder drugs, a Juno streaker, Pierre Poilievre, and the Prime Minister! On an all-new episode of 22 Minutes, starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClellan, Stacey McGunnig
- 24 24. Season Finale & Suzuki Too!2023-03-28 · 22mAnother year in the can! 22 Minutes wraps its historic 30th season with lots of laughs, and a special appearance by David Suzuki. Starring Mark Critch, Aba Amuquandoh, Trent McClel
Cast
Mark CritchTrent McClellan
Aba AmuquandohStacey McGunnigle
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