Carter (2018)
A Hollywood actor trades the spotlight for small-town crime-solving in this charming Canadian comedy-drama series.
Carter - Series Information
- Original Title: Carter
- First Air Year: 2018
- Last Air Year: 2019
- Created by: Garry Campbell
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Comedy, Mystery
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (45 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 20
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: French, English, Portuguese
- First Air Date: May 15, 2018 (Canada - 14+), May 15, 2018 (Germany - 16), May 15, 2018 (France - 16), May 15, 2018 (Brazil - 14)
- Networks: bravo, CTV Drama Channel
- Production Companies: Amaze Film + Television
- Production Countries: Canada
- Alternative Titles: 新探卡特 (CN)
Carter - Plot
An actor returns home after a public meltdown. Partnering with his police detective friend, he tries to use his acting experience to solve real crimes.
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Carter - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Garry Campbell
Main Cast
- Jerry O'Connell
- Sydney Tamiia Poitier
- Kristian Bruun
- Chris Farquhar
- Brenda Kamino
- Matt Baram
- John Bourgeois
- Lyriq Bent
- Varun Saranga
- Joanne Boland
Writers
- Garry Campbell
- Andy Berman
- Larry Bambrick
- Carlos Jacott
- Jenn Engels
Executive Producers
- Michael Souther
- Garry Campbell
- Teza Lawrence
- Jerry O'Connell
- Scott Smith
Carter - FAQs
Where can you stream Carter online?
Carter is available to stream on fuboTV and Philo. It can also be watched through Hallmark+ on Amazon Channel or Apple TV Channel, as well as via the Hallmark TV Amazon Channel. All options offer flat-rate subscription access with no additional rental fees.
Who plays the lead role in Carter?
Jerry O'Connell leads the cast as Harley Carter, a famous TV detective who returns to his hometown after a very public meltdown. Sydney Tamiia Poitier co-stars as Sam Shaw, his real-life detective friend, with Kristian Bruun, Chris Farquhar, and Lyriq Bent rounding out the main ensemble.
What is Carter the TV series about?
Carter follows Harley Carter, a Hollywood actor famous for playing a TV detective, who returns to his small Canadian hometown after a spectacular public breakdown. Teaming up with his childhood friend and real police detective Sam Shaw, he channels his on-screen crime-solving skills to tackle actual criminal cases.
How many seasons does Carter have?
Carter ran for two seasons, each containing 10 episodes, for a total of 20 episodes. Season 1 premiered on May 15, 2018, and Season 2 followed in 2019. The series concluded after its second season and is now considered a completed, self-contained run.
Is Carter based on a true story?
Carter is not based on a true story. It's an original fictional concept created by Garry Campbell, built around the comedic premise of a celebrity actor using his on-screen detective persona to help solve genuine crimes alongside a real police detective in a small Canadian town.
When did Carter first air on television?
Carter made its debut on May 15, 2018, in Canada on bravo and the CTV Drama Channel. The same date marked its release in Germany, France, and Brazil as well, giving the show a simultaneous international launch across multiple markets.
What network originally aired Carter?
Carter originally aired on two Canadian networks: bravo and the CTV Drama Channel. The series was produced by Amaze Film + Television and ran exclusively on these Canadian cable channels throughout its two-season run from 2018 to 2019.
What shows are similar to Carter?
If you enjoyed Carter's blend of comedy, crime, and charm, Wild Cards, Cross, The Afterparty, and Inside Man offer similarly entertaining mystery-driven storytelling. For lighter comedic crime fare, Shining Vale and A Private Affair are also worth exploring as fun companion watches.
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