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Here's what Canadians were watching on CBC Gem in 2023

These are the best shows, movies, docs and shorts that had us watching CBC Gem in 2023.

All the best shows, movies, docs and shorts we watched for free this past year.

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Actors Sophia Powers, Benjamin Mark Ezekiel Rivera and Evan Ainsworth looking at the sky in a scene from Son of a Critch Season 2.
Sophia Powers as Fox, Mark Ezekiel Rivera as Ritchie and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Mark in a scene from Son of a Critch Season 2. (Son of a Critch)

2023 is over and, as we take a look back at the year, there were more video streaming options than ever. Here in Canada, we have our service, CBC Gem, which is now available on even more platforms than ever and it's completely free!

Whether you're into drama, comedy, docs and unscripted, or any of the sweet spots in between, CBC Gem had you covered with programming made in Canada and beyond.

Here's our big list for 2023: In no particular order, these are the programs that had us watching CBC Gem this year.

BlackBerry

BlackBerry is a three-part limited series that tells the story of tech wizard Mike Lazaridis and cunning businessman Jim Balsillie, who created the world's first smartphone in Waterloo, Ontario. 

Push

Push takes audiences into the inner world of the "Wheelie Peeps," an unlikely group of friends and wheelchair users from Edmonton, bonded by their shared experience of navigating life on wheels. Watch Season 1 now and you can catch Push Season 2, starting January 7 on CBC Gem!

Son of a Critch

Comedian Mark Critch stars in Son of a Critch, a series about his own childhood in 1980s Newfoundland. He plays his own dad! Look for Season 3 starting January 9.

Sort Of

Critically acclaimed and loved by audiences, Sort Of gives us an intimate look into the life of gender fluid millennial, Sabi Mehboob (played by Bilal Baig). You can stream all three seasons for free on CBC Gem.

Bones of Crows

Based on true events, Bones of Crows is an epic story of resilience told through the eyes of Cree matriarch Aline Spears. As a young child, she and her siblings are taken from their home in Manitoba and forced into Canada's residential school system.

Best in Miniature

Best in Miniature is a competition reality show that follows skilled artists who create micro-sized masterpieces as they add elements to their tiny dream homes. Watch Season 3 on CBC Gem right now. 

Run the Burbs

Run the Burbs is a family-friendly comedy about life in the suburbs, oddball neighbours, and a loving family that strives to stick together. Season 3 starts on January 9!

Bollywed

Bollywed is a heartwarming docuseries centred around the Singh family, who have been operating the iconic bridal shop, Chandan Fashion, in Toronto's Little India for almost 40 years.

Look for a new season of Bollywed on January 14!

More of the most popular shows in 2023 on CBC Gem:

Coming Soon

2024 will bring a whole new year to discover new shows on CBC Gem. And you can watch anytime for free. 

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