Son of a Critch
A coming-of-age story set in St. John’s, Newfoundland of 11 year-old Mark, much older on the inside than his 11 years, who uses comedy to win friends and connect with people in his limited world.
Overview
A coming-of-age story set in St. John’s, Newfoundland of 11 year-old Mark, much older on the inside than his 11 years, who uses comedy to win friends and connect with people in his limited world.
Episodes
1. Old Soul, New School
Mark’s first day of junior high is marred by a bully — a young girl named Fox. But when he stands up for himself, he learns that words can hurt more than fists.
2. Lordy, Lordy, Look Who’s Dead
A chance encounter at a funeral parlour leads to Mark’s first date with a girl. As he risks life and limb in a race across town to meet her, Fox finds herself unexpectedly jealous. Meanwhile, Mary tries to convince Dick to sell her the old radio station truck.
3. Cello, I Must Be Going
Mark fears being forced to play the cello will make him a social pariah. But when his cello is taken by a gang of bullies, Fox begrudgingly comes to his rescue. Meanwhile, Pop and Sister Rose take a stroll down memory lane when it’s revealed they used to be an item.
Cast & Crew
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth
Young Mark
Mark Critch
Father
Malcolm McDowell
Pop
Claire Rankin
Mary
Mark Ezekiel Rivera
Ritchie Perez
Colton Gobbo
Mike Jr.
