Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: CBC Television
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 5.2/10
Prairie Giant: The Tommy Douglas Story
Overview
In 1930s Saskatchewan Tommy Douglas, a small town pastor, sees the poverty and injustice around him which seem beyond his power to address from the pulpit. Douglas enters politics with the socialist Canadian Commonwealth Federation where his idealism runs into powerful opposition from the wealthy and the powerful. Despite the long odds, Douglas' new calling would soon make him a leader who transformed Canada.
This production, originally released in 2006, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.2 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in Canada.
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Michael Therriault
Tommy Douglas
Kristin Booth
Irma Douglas
Nicholas Campbell
EJ Young
Brent Carver
Secretary Balsam
Aidan Devine
MJ Coldwell
Shannon Jardine
Lally Lawson
Andy Jones
Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King
Brian Markinson
Premier Jimmy Gardiner
Seasons
Miniseries
2 Episodes • Aired 2006-03-12
No season overview provided for this season.