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Prairie Giant: The Tommy Douglas Story Full Poster - Streaming Details

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Status: Ended

Network: CBC Television

Type: Miniseries

Rating: 5.2/10

Prairie Giant: The Tommy Douglas Story

TV SERIES 2006 1 SEASON

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

John N. Smith

Written By

Bruce M. Smith

Starring Cast

Seasons

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Miniseries

2 Episodes • Aired 2006-03-12

No season overview provided for this season.

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