The sun is shining and so is the prime-time lineup on CTV. With two new series SCOUNDRELS and DOWNFALL and hot new episodes of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE, DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION, HICCUPS and DAN FOR MAYOR, the television forecast is bright all month long.
Programming highlights for June 2 – 28 on CTV include:
• The SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE audition tour stops in Chicago and Los Angeles (June 2)
• It’s the first round of Vegas call backs on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (June 3)
• The Alpha team treats car crash victims as MIAMI MEDICAL moves to CTV (June 4)
• Clare (Aislynn Paul) develops a shocking crush on Declan (Landon Liboiron) on DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION (June 6)
• Ryan Reynolds (The Proposal) and Kristin Booth (Forgetting Sarah Marshall) star in Foolproof (June 6)
• HICCUPS and DAN FOR MAYOR return with all-new episodes to CTV’s Monday night comedy block (June 7)
• The Top 10 finalists are revealed on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (June 10)
• Laugh out loud with the season premieres of COMEDY NOW! and COMEDY INC. (June 12)
• Holly J (Charlotte Arnold) and Declan (Landon Liboiron) grow closer on DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION (June 13)
• The Top 10 finalists and their all-star partners compete for the first time live on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (June 16)
• Dr. Zambrano (Lana Parrilla) finds herself in a tight spot on MIAMI MEDICAL (June 18)
• Virginia Madsen (Sideways, The Astronaut Farmer) and Canadian David James Elliot (CLOSE TO HOME) star in the series premiere of SCOUNDRELS (June 20)
• It’s the season premiere of LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (June 20)
• Contestants compete for $1 million on the series premiere of DOWNFALL (June 22)
• The West family try to embrace a crime-free lifestyle on SCOUNDRELS (June 27)
• Millie (Nancy Robertson) is not happy about being nominated for an award on the season finale of HICCUPS (June 28)
• It’s Election Day on the season finale of DAN FOR MAYOR (June 28)
Below is a chronological listing of detailed highlights for June 2 – 28. All programming is subject to change (all times ET; visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times):
Wednesday, June 2
8 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – “Auditions #3 and #4” – NEW TWO-HOUR EPISODE
The search continues for America’s Favourite Dancer as SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE heads to Los Angeles and Chicago where SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE CANADA guest judge Stacey Tookey sits behind the judges desk for auditions.
Thursday, June 3
8 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – “Auditions #5 and #6/Vegas Call Backs, Part 1” – NEW TWO-HOUR EPISODE
The audition tour moves to Nashville and Dallas for the final stage of auditions. In the second hour of tonight’s episode, the tour lands in Las Vegas for callbacks. See what happens when the best dancers compete for a ticket to Las Vegas and a coveted spot in the Top 10.
Friday, June 4
10 p.m. – MIAMI MEDICAL – “Like a Hurricane” – NEW EPISODE
The Alpha team must treat the victims of a massive car accident that may have been caused by a drunk driver trying to escape an oncoming hurricane. Meanwhile, Zambrano’s (Lana Parrilla) father pays the hospital a visit.
Sunday, June 6
7 p.m. – DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION – “Innocent When You Dream” – NEW EPISODE
Post-KC, Clare’s (Aislynn Paul) social life consists of building props for Declan’s (Landon Liboiron) musical and reading every book in the Fortnight vampire series. But when Clare has a sexy vampire dream about Declan, she’s shocked by her inner fantasy life. Meanwhile, Sav (Raymond Ablack) is lost without Anya (Samantha Munro). To keep himself busy, he throws himself into mixing his band’s latest track, “House Arrest” and when it turns out better than he thought, he wants to take it further – with a music video!
7:30 p.m. – DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION – “In Your Eyes” – NEW EPISODE
Riley’s (Argiris Karras) completed anger management and has been named ‘Degrassi’s Most Eligible Bachelor’. He’s been keeping his true feelings about guys under wraps but he’s not sure he wants to anymore. Meanwhile, KC (Sam Earle) is struggling in math and with the exam upon him, he takes Clare (Aislynn Paul) up on her offer of tutoring. When KC panics before the test, Jenna (Jessica Tyler) suggests he ask his good friend Clare to help him cheat.
8 p.m. – Foolproof – CTV MOVIE
In the film Foolproof, Kevin (Ryan Reynolds, The Proposal), Sam (Kristin Booth, Forgetting Sarah Marshall) and Rob (Joris Jarsky, Would Be Kings) have an unusual hobby – planning foolproof heists, without intending to actually perform them. The game goes wrong when their latest plan is stolen and carried out. Things get even worse when a mysterious man approaches them with an offer: plan a heist for him, or go to jail. As the clock ticks, they find that the risk might be higher than just their freedom.
Monday, June 7
8 p.m. – HICCUPS – “Model Patient” – NEW EPISODE
Millie (Nancy Robertson) is jealous of Stan’s (Brent Butt) new client and Crystal (Emily Perkins) tries to sabotage Anna’s (Paula Rivera) opportunity to become “the dirty duchess”.
8:30 p.m. – DAN FOR MAYOR – “Revenge is Swifty” – NEW EPISODE
While taking part in the candidate’s debate, Dan (Fred Ewanuick) gets embroiled in a career-ending muffin issue. Jeff (Paul Bates) is in trouble at his own work.
Wednesday, June 9
8 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – “Vegas Callbacks, Part 2” – NEW TWO-HOUR EPISODE
The dancers now have to prove they have what it takes during the second round of callbacks in Las Vegas.
Thursday, June 10
9 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – “Meet the Top 10” – NEW EPISODE
After the rigorous audition process and the intense callbacks in Las Vegas, the 10 dancers who will compete to become America’s Favourite Dancer are revealed!
Friday, June 11
10 p.m. – MIAMI MEDICAL – “Diver Down” – NEW EPISODE
Dr. Warren (Elisabeth Harnois) faces one of her fears head on when the team treats a group of adventure seekers injured while out on a dive. Meanwhile, Deleo (Mike Vogel) and Zambrano (Lana Parrilla) become curious about the new woman in Proctor’s (Jeremy Northam) life.
Saturday, June 12
10 p.m. – COMEDY NOW! – “Ian Bagg” – SEASON PREMIERE
From Terrace, BC in Canada, Ian moved to New York City in 1996. He soon became a regular performer at the Comic Strip and the Comedy Cellar in New York landing him appearances on LATE NIGHT WITH CONAN O’BRIEN and THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO.
10:30 p.m. – COMEDY INC. – SEASON PREMIERE
COMEDY INC. returns for a fifth season of off-beat sketch comedy bursting with edgy political/social satire, hilarious parodies and uninhibited physical comedy. Three time winner of the prestigious Gold Medal Award for “Best TV Variety Program” at the New York Festivals, COMEDY INC. features an ensemble cast starring writer/comedian Roman Danylo, Jen Goodhue, Terry McGurrin, Jenn Robertson, Winston Spear, Gavin Stephens, Albert Howell, Ian Sirota, Sarah Cornell, Bob Kerr, Renée Percy and Leslie Seiler. COMEDY INC. also premieres this fall on The Comedy Network.
Sunday, June 13
7 p.m. – DEGRASSI: THE NEXT GENERATION – “Keep On Loving You” – NEW EPISODE
Holly J (Charlotte Arnold) and Declan (Landon Liboiron) are closer than ever. They’ve made it through the year, Holly J’s applied for internships all over the city and with exams almost done, all they need to worry about is Declan’s musical. When Holly J and Declan are about to “do it” for the first time, she tells him those three little words: “I love you.” But when Declan doesn’t respond the way she wants, Holly J starts to worry. Can she be with someone who doesn’t feel the same way?
Monday, June 14
8 p.m. – HICCUPS – “Autograph Hound” – NEW EPISODE
Millie (Nancy Robertson) and Stan (Brent Butt) go to great lengths to track down a young autograph seeker while Joyce (Laura Soltis), Anna (Paula Rivera) and Crystal (Emily Perkins) team up to mess with Taylor’s (David Ingram) head at the office.
8:30 p.m. – DAN FOR MAYOR – “A Cleanse Getaway” – NEW EPISODE
Dan (Fred Ewanuick) gets some unexpected help in the campaign that gets both he and Jeff (Paul Bates) into hot water. Meanwhile, Claire (Mary Ashton) deals with the fall-out from her decision about the wedding.
Wednesday, June 16
8 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – NEW TWO-HOUR LIVE PERFORMANCE EPISODE
The Top 10 take to the stage with their all-star partners for the first performance episode of the season.
Thursday, June 17
9 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – NEW LIVE RESULTS EPISODE
One contestant is eliminated in the first results episode.
Friday, June 18
10 p.m. – MIAMI MEDICAL – “Time of Death” – NEW EPISODE
The personal lives of a boating accident’s victims cause havoc at the hospital while Dr. Zambrano (Lana Parrilla) finds herself in a tight spot following the arrival of Dr. Deleo’s (Mike Vogel) brother.
Saturday, June 19
10 p.m. – COMEDY NOW! – “Simon King” – NEW EPISODE
Simon King was born into an entertainment family that relocated to British Columbia from the South of England. After sojourns in improv and sketch, Simon began aggressively pursuing stand-up comedy in his early twenties. Simon’s skills are not limited to comedy however – in November 2009, Uproar Entertainment signed Simon to an exclusive recording contract for his first full-length album titled Unfamous.
10:30 p.m. – COMEDY INC. – NEW EPISODE
Synopsis currently not available. See June 12 for series description.
Sunday, June 20
9 p.m. – SCOUNDRELS – “And Jill Came Tumbling After” – SERIES PREMIERE
A family of small-town criminals is shaken when their father is sentenced to a surprisingly long prison term, leaving mom to take care of the criminally enterprising brood. In an effort to keep her kids out of trouble, she decides it’s time for the family to go straight, despite their best efforts to maintain the status quo. Toronto-native David James Elliott (JAG) and Virginia Madsen (Sideways, The Astronaut Farmer) star.
10 p.m. – LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT – “Loyalty, Part 1” – SEASON PREMIERE
Synopsis currently not available.
Monday, June 21
8 p.m. – HICCUPS – “Dream Gig” – NEW EPISODE
Stan’s (Brent Butt) dream analysis idea backfires with Millie (Nancy Robertson) and Taylor’s (David Ingram) new talent agency doesn’t sit well with Joyce (Laura Soltis) or Crystal (Emily Perkins).
8:30 p.m. – DAN FOR MAYOR – “A Date with Vengeance” – NEW EPISODE
With days to go before the election and hardly a Dan for Mayor lawn sign in sight, Dan (Fred Ewanuick) gets some help on the campaign trail. Jeff (Paul Bates) gives Claire (Mary Ashton) career advice.
Tuesday, June 22
9 p.m. – DOWNFALL – SERIES PREMIERE
Played atop a tall building in the middle of a metropolitan landscape, the new larger-than-life game show DOWNFALL has contestants quickly answer a series of trivia questions against the clock. If they play the perfect game, they could leave with a million dollars in cash and prizes. But if not, they could just as easily see their hopes and dreams slip through their fingers and off the side of the building – literally.
Wednesday, June 23
8 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – “Top 9 Perform” – NEW TWO-HOUR LIVE PERFORMANCE EPISODE
The Top 9 contestants heat up the stage as they dance to stay in the competition.
Thursday, June 24
9 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – NEW LIVE RESULTS EPISODE
One contestant is eliminated and their dream of becoming America’s Favourite Dancer comes to an end.
Friday, June 25
10 p.m. – MIAMI MEDICAL – “Down to the Bone” – NEW EPISODE
When a giant sinkhole traps a construction worker underground, Dr. C (Mike Vogel) defies Dr. Proctor’s (Jeremy Northam) orders and races to the rescue. Meanwhile, Dr. Warren’s (Elisabeth Harnois) second encounter with Dr. Kaye (Michael O’Neill) has an unexpected result.
Saturday, June 26
10 p.m. – COMEDY NOW! – “Darcy Michael” – NEW EPISODE
Coming off a successful debut at the prestigious Just for Laughs festival in Montreal, the Montreal Gazette pegged Darcy Michael as one of their favourites. He has worked alongside the likes of Scott Thompson, Janeane Garafolo, Craig Robinson and Matthew Perry and has made appearances at the Global Comedy Festival, Halifax Comedy Festival, CBC Radio’s THE DEBATERS and THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO.
10:30 p.m. – COMEDY INC. – NEW EPISODE
Synopsis currently not available. See June 12 for series description.
Sunday, June 27
9 p.m. – SCOUNDRELS – “Mary Mary Quite Contrary” – NEW EPISODE
Cheryl (Virgina Madsen) gets a job as a “checkout chick” at the local grocery store, Heather (Leven Rambin) tries her hand at the local Burger Barn and Cal (Patrick Flueger) finds out his “pool boy” job requires more than expected, as the West family tries to embrace a crime-free lifestyle.
10 p.m. – LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT – “Loyalty, Part 2” – NEW EPISODE
No synopsis currently available.
Monday, June 28
8 p.m. – HICCUPS – “You Schmooze, You Lose” – SEASON FINALE
Millie (Nancy Robertson) is not happy about being nominated for an award and Joyce (Laura Soltis) gets a lesson on social skills from Taylor (David Ingram).
8:30 p.m. – DAN FOR MAYOR – “The Return of Wheel-O” – SEASON FINALE
As Election Day approaches, Dan (Fred Ewanuick) and Claire (Mary Ashton) struggle to express their feelings for each other while Dan’s election fortunes take a turn for the worse thanks to a surprise rival. When the votes are in, Dan is forced to make a choice that will affect him and the city of Wessex.
