Made in Canada
Season 5
Made in Canada is a Canadian television situation comedy which aired on CBC Television from 1998 to 2003. Rick Mercer co-created the program and starred as mercenary TV producer Richard Strong.
In the United States, France, Australia and Latin America, the show was syndicated as The Industry. It was produced using a single camera setup.
In the United States, France, Australia and Latin America, the show was syndicated as The Industry. It was produced using a single camera setup.
Where to Watch Season 5
17 Episodes
- Private Sector
E1Private SectorWhen the new head of the Network removes high-ranking Brian Switzer, Alan, out of loyalty and fear, offers Brian a job at Pyramid. Richard, Veronica and Victor have no choice but to gang up on Brian because he is getting in the way of their projects and has no useful skills as a producer. However, Brian might turn out to be a little more resourceful than they all thought. - Best Seller
E2Best SellerAlan wants to find out why Ann-Marie MacDonald, best-selling author, award-winning playwright and television personality, has turned down his overture to join the Pyramid family. Richard, Veronica and Victor take turns giving their version of why the deal went awry, but only Ann-Marie knows the real reason. - Acquisitions
E3AcquisitionsAlan becomes obsessed with starting a new digital specialty channel. When it becomes clear it will be too expensive to do so he buys one by assuming its massive debtload. The gang discovers the channel litterally has zero viewers, and only shows one movie, over and over again, but are overjoyed to learn how they will be able to make a fortune off of it, not to mention the cool jackets. - People of the Fish
E4People of the FishLinda Kash returns as tough-talking, empty-headed American film producer Deon Parkman. This time she works with Veronica and Richard on a Nova Scotia-based period co-production, "Up the Dark Passage." Meanwhile, in reaction to the "Canada Reads" campaign, Alan and Victor try to organize a week devoted to convincing ordinary people to watch TV. - Babes with Blades
E5Babes with BladesAlan is intent on cashing in on the success of ""Men With Brooms"" by creating a story about a womens hockey team that Richard names ""Babes With Blades"". Veronica is put in charge of the project, but Alan doesn't like it, so the men take it over. They ruin in of course. - The Skateboard Show
E6The Skateboard ShowRichard oversees fixing Pyramid's new skateboarding show, so he hires Wanda's son, Billy, to make it more accessible to teens. However, Wanda wants her son to concentrate on school. Billy has gotten his first taste of being a television executive and he likes it. Plus, he now makes more money than Mom. - Beaver Creek Valentine
E7Beaver Creek ValentineJackie Burroughs debuts on "The Industry" as high-maintenance method actor Helga Lemper. While preparing for her role as the Christmas angel in the upcoming "Beaver Creek Christmas Special," the network demands a few changes. Suddenly, the production is a Valentine's Day special. Richard must figure out a way to meet the network's demands while convincing Helga to stay on the project. - Alan's New Studio
E9Alan's New StudioVictor wants Pyramid to buy a new studio that Richard and Veronica are convinced is a toxic dump. However, Richard has other things to worry about because Alan has hired interior designer Toddy to give the Pyramid offices a makeover. All Richard has to do is make sure Alan likes the result. - Victor's Dating Show
E10Victor's Dating ShowVictor has always wanted to produce a dating show, so Alan lets him oversee a new show Pyramid acquired, "First Date." The only problem is that "First Date" already has a showrunner - Connie Miles. Even if Victor can handle her, he still has to deal with Alan's notes and suggestions, one of which includes filming Richard and Veronica as a couple out on their very first date. - Dock Cops
E12Dock CopsThe critically acclaimed "Dock Cops," a gritty cop show, isn't selling well overseas, so Alan orders Richard to make some changes. Richard must overcome the objections of the show's lead, Terry, when he adds Sydney to the cast and tries to make it lighter. At the same time, Veronica worries that Alan's name will turn up on the client list of the most exclusive brothel in Toronto. - Beaver Creek Jumps the Shark
E13Beaver Creek Jumps the SharkWanda arranges the office for Alan's birthday party. Richard, Victor and Veronica are enlisted to help, but instead share their reminisces of what they think are the worst moments of Pyramid's family production, "Beaver Creek." This leads Richard, Veronica and Victor to wonder what some of the worst moments in their own lives were. - Richard's Brother
E14Richard's BrotherWhen Pyramid's new kids quiz show is in trouble, Richard and Victor must retool it and find another host. Over Richard's strenuous objections, the new host is none other than Richard's older brother Charles. Meanwhile, Veronica arranges for Alan to receive an honorary degree from a college and tries in vain to make sure Alan doesn't embarrass himself or his company at the commencement address. - Requiem for Beaver Creek
E15Requiem for Beaver CreekWhen Brian, from the network, arrives at Pyramid, Alan is ready to negotiate for more seasons of "Beaver Creek." Instead, Brian informs Alan that the show is canceled. While an outraged Alan enlists Victor to galvanize the public to revive the show, Richard and Veronica work on spin offs for the cast members. - Producer's Cut
E16Producer's CutAlan is convinced that the show "Producer's Cut," which stars Jonathan Summers, makes fun of him. He recruits Wanda to work for him and spy on Jonathan's production company. Meanwhile, Veronica is busy working out new contracts for Richard and Victor, who become obsessed with which one of them is earning more money. - The Last Show
E17The Last ShowAlan secretely sells the company to a dairy farmer. After promising nothing will change Veronica and Richard are offered severance packages to quit, Alan is fired, and Victor is made CEO of Pyramid. Wanda is the only person who will still take Alan's phone calls. Veronica and Richard have a child and make millions off of a terrible show. After Victor takes early retirement Wanda is made CEO of Pyramid.
