Street Cents · 1989
Street Cents (1989) is a Comedy series directed by John Nowlan, starring Jonathan Torrens, Benita Ha, Brian Heighton.
Comedy
Overview
"Street Cents," a teen-centered newsmagazine aired on CBC Television from 1989 to 2006, stood out for its focus on consumer and media awareness for young viewers. Created by producer John Nowlan and inspired by Britain's "Pocket Money," the series garnered critical acclaim, winning Gemini Awards and an International Emmy for Best Youth Programming. Ad-free like CBC's Marketplace, it prioritized unbiased critique of products and services, promoting safety, ethics, and youth empowerment. Despite its lauded inclusivity, the show ended in October 2006 due to declining teen viewership, leaving CBC-TV without youth-targeted programming.
Cast
Jonathan Torrens, Benita Ha, Brian Heighton, Jamie Bradley, Anna Dirksen, Connie Walker, Kim D'Eon, Demore Barnes
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What is "Street Cents" about?
"Street Cents," a teen-centered newsmagazine aired on CBC Television from 1989 to 2006, stood out for its focus on consumer and media awareness for young viewers. Created by producer John Nowlan and inspired by Britain's "Pocket Money," the series garnered critical acclaim, winning Gemini Awards and an International Emmy for Best Youth Programming. Ad-free like CBC's Marketplace, it prioritized unbiased critique of products and services, promoting safety, ethics, and youth empowerment. Despite its lauded inclusivity, the show ended in October 2006 due to declining teen viewership, leaving CBC-TV without youth-targeted programming.
When was "Street Cents" released?
Street Cents was released in 1989.
Who stars in "Street Cents"?
The cast includes Jonathan Torrens, Benita Ha, Brian Heighton, Jamie Bradley.
