On the Spot Season 1 • TV Show
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Seasons of On the Spot
On the Spot currently has 3 seasons and 66 episodes. Most episodes run for around 30 minutes, which makes the show easy to binge in short bursts. The series is currently marked as "Ended". The most recently aired episode came out in 1955.
Season 1
On the Spot Season 2 • TV Show
On the Spot Season 2
On the Spot Season 3 • TV Show
On the Spot Season 3
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overview
What is On the Spot about?
On the Spot was the first television series made specifically for TV by the National Film Board of Canada, and aired on CBC Television from 1953 to 1955. Each episode reported on a different aspect of life in Canada and was introduced with the line "The National Film Board’s up-to-the-minute report of what’s happening somewhere in Canada”. The series was originated by Bernard Devlin, with Robert Anderson as executive producer. It blends documentary elements. The series reflects a distinct Canada style and perspective. The story is shaped by its creator, Bernard Devlin.
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Release pattern and schedule for On the Spot
On the Spot has been releasing episodes between January 1953 and January 1955 across 3 seasons. So far there are 66 released episodes, giving you plenty of story to catch up on before the next drop. On average, new seasons have arrived roughly once a year (12 months between premieres), which is a common pattern for scripted TV.