TORONTO – CBC has ordered a fourth season of its hit comedy series Schitt’s Creek.
Co-created by and starring real life father-son duo Eugene Levy and Daniel Levy, the series follows a wealthy family who suddenly find themselves broke and forced to live in Schitt’s Creek, a small town they once bought as a joke.
Citing Numeris data, the ‘pubcaster said Friday that series draws a total reach of more than 1.6 million weekly and that it garnered an average audience of 877,000 (2+ AMA) for season 3 to date on CBC, with 37% of viewers in the 25-54 demographic.
“I am thrilled that the Rose family will continue to grace Canadian audiences with their presence for another year,” said CBC programming GM Sally Catto, in the news release. “During its first three seasons, Schitt’s Creek has proven each year to be an unwavering national hit and it continues to garner critical acclaim. We know that the talented team both behind and on-screen will brilliantly bring to life a fourth season.”
Airing Tuesdays at 9:00 PM (9:30 NT) on CBC, the season 3 finale will air on April 4. Schitt’s Creek returns with season 4 in winter 2018.
