Sharjil Rasool joins cast, Dakota Ray Hebert, Ann Pornel, and Gavin Crawford guest star
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CBC and Pier 21 Films today announced that production is underway in and around Toronto on the second season of the popular original comedy series RUN THE BURBS (13x30). Created by Andrew Phung and Scott Townend, RUN THE BURBS stars an exciting ensemble of Canadian comic talents lead by Andrew Phung as Andrew Pham, Rakhee Morzaria as Camille Pham, and Zoriah Wong, and Roman Pesino as Khia and Leo Pham. The series regulars include Ali Hassan (CBC’s Laugh Out Loud), Julie Nolke (Explaining the Pandemic to my Past Self), Jonathan Langdon (Utopia Falls), Chris Locke (Workin’ Moms, Mr. D), Samantha Wan (Second Jen), and Aurora Browne (Baroness von Sketch Show). The second season will premiere on CBC and CBC Gem in Winter 2023.
A playful comedy about life in the suburbs, oddball neighbours, and a loving family that sticks together through thick and thin, RUN THE BURBS welcomes some new faces to the neighbourhood for season two, including new cast member Sharjil Rasool (New Eden) playing Camille’s cousin Nikhil and an array of guest stars including Dakota Ray Hebert (Run Woman Run), The Great Canadian Baking Show’s Ann Pornel, and multi-award-winning comic and actor Gavin Crawford. As previously announced, veteran showrunner Anthony Q. Farrell joins the creative team as Executive Producer and Showrunner.
"Making season one was an absolute joy! This show, and the Phams, struck a chord with families and young people who are redefining the way we see life in the suburbs,” shares Andrew Phung. “For season two, Scott and I wanted to push this further, and have even more fun with the "Burbs". We added "showrunner of the year" Anthony Q Farrell to our team, and alongside our incredible writers, we've expanded the world of the Phams. This also includes some incredibly funny and talented additions to the show's cast. The Phams always go BIG, and we see that in season two!"
Pier 21 Films Executive Producer Nicole Butler adds, “The Phams are a family everybody wants to hang out with, and we’re excited to share with audiences the big adventures Andrew, the creative team, and cast have in store for season two! It’s incredibly thrilling to have the opportunity to bring back the Burbs again.”
A CBC original series, RUN THE BURBS is produced by Pier 21 Films. Executive Producers are Laszlo Barna, Nicole Butler, and Karen Tsang (for Pier 21 Films), Andrew Phung, Scott Townend, and Aleysa Young. Anthony Q. Farrell serves as Executive Producer and Showrunner. Co-Executive Producers are Nelu Handa and Courtney J. Walker. Jessica Daniel is the Series Producer. Season Two directors include Aleysa Young, Zoe Hopkins, Pat Mills, Joyce Wong and Sherren Lee. For CBC, Sally Catto is General Manager, Entertainment, Factual and Sports; Trish Williams is Executive Director, Scripted Content; Sandra Picheca Director, Current Production, Comedy; and Mélanie Lê Phan is Executive in Charge of Production. The series is distributed by Fifth Season.
About CBC/Radio-Canada
CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada’s national public broadcaster. Through our mandate to inform, enlighten and entertain, we play a central role in strengthening Canadian culture. As Canada’s trusted news source, we offer a uniquely Canadian perspective on news, current affairs and world affairs. Our distinctively homegrown entertainment programming draws audiences from across the country. Deeply rooted in communities, CBC/Radio-Canada offers diverse content in English, French and eight Indigenous languages. We also deliver content in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Punjabi and Tagalog, as well as both official languages, through Radio Canada International (RCI). We are leading the transformation to meet the needs of Canadians in a digital world.
About Pier 21 Films
Pier 21 Films is an established television production company committed to bringing unique Canadian content to the international marketplace including three seasons of the satirical news series The Beaverton for CTV, CBC’s Run The Burbs, and Late Bloomer in pre-production for Crave. Founded in 2011, Pier 21 is grounded in the belief that there are extraordinary original stories to be told and unlimited possibilities for showcasing unique Canadian voices on the world stage.
Run The Burbs is produced with the participation of the Canada Media Fund. Produced with the assistance of the Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit, and with the assistance of the Government of Ontario. Produced with the financial participation of RBC Royal Bank.
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Suzanne Cheriton, Red Eye Media
Teaghan Hawke, CBC PR
