TORONTO – CraveTV’s hit comedy series Letterkenny is taking its show on the road.
The Bell Media streamer and producer New Metric Media announced plans for more than 40 new episodes, including six created by star Jared Keeso that will launch later this year.
In addition, a 26-city tour known as Letterkenny Live! will kick off February 28 in Halifax, with plans to extend in to the U.S. The 90-minute show will feature original sketches by stars Jared Keeso (Wayne), Nathan Dales (Daryl), K Trevor Wilson (Dan) and Mark Forward (Coach).
Lastly, CraveTV and New Metric Media’s multi-year commitment includes partnering on the sale and distribution of the series and its format, alongside DHX Media, to the international market. The series and format was officially rolled out to international buyers this week at MIPCOM in Cannes, France.
“With its devoted audience on CraveTV and buzzworthy appeal, Letterkenny is carving out a permanent place in Canadian pop culture,” said Bell Media’s pay and OTT services VP Justin Stockman, in Monday’s announcement. “Alongside our partners at New Metric Media, we’re committed to sharing Letterkenny with the world by bolstering all facets of the Letterkenny brand, both in Canada and internationally.”
