CORUS AMPS UP ITS FRENCH-LANGUAGE OFFERING WITH A POWERFUL LINEUP THAT IS MORE ACCESSIBLE THAN EVER

Corus amps up its French-language offering with a powerful lineup that is more accessible than ever

MONTRÉAL, June 3, 2026 – Corus Entertainment today unveiled a robust programming lineup for its French-language channels, strengthening its position as a premier destination for French-language entertainment in Canada. Driven by Historia, Séries Plus, Télétoon and Télétoon at Night, and further enhanced by the launch of its new streaming service Vivéo, the French specialty channels will offer an ambitious 2026–2027 slate that combines original Quebec productions, captivating acquisitions, and fan-favorite franchises.

VIVÉO : A NEW FRENCH-LANGUAGE ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE
Launched in spring 2026, Vivéo stands as a cornerstone of Corus’ French-language ecosystem. Available through Prime Video Add-On Subscriptions for $4.99 per month, this fully French-language streaming service provides access to more than 200 series and movies, representing nearly 2,000 hours of content.
Designed as a natural extension of linear channels, the platform expands the viewing experience beyond traditional television by making content accessible anytime, on all screens. Vivéo thereby enhances content discoverability, strengthens audience engagement, and creates new opportunities for advertisers.

SÉRIES PLUS

Séries Plus continues to focus on high-intensity dramas that align with the preferences of Quebec audiences.

The award-winning original series Bête noire returns for its fourth and final season, wrapping up its storyline around the troubling disappearance of a mother in a gripping psychological narrative starring Sophie Cadieux and Martin Dubreuil.

The channel is also expanding its lineup with several major acquisitions. CIA plunges viewers into a world of espionage shaped by geopolitical tensions and covert operations, where truth is constantly questioned. Boston Blue, a spinoff of Blue Bloods, follows Danny Reagan as he begins a new chapter in Boston, adapting to both professional and family realities within a powerful police clan. In Sheriff Country : shérif sur appel, Mickey Fox investigates complex criminal cases while dealing with tense family dynamics that impact her daily life. Hope Valley : 1874* tells the epic story of a mother and daughter leaving Chicago to settle on the Western Canadian frontier. Finally, in Détectives privés : côte ouest, Matt Shade and Angie Everett leave Toronto to relocate to Victoria, where they launch their new agency. Far from home, they must rely on each other more than ever to fit in, all while handling perilous investigations from the British Columbia wilderness to the beaches of Tofino.

Joining these new titles are the highly anticipated returns of numerous series that build audience loyalty year after year, including NCIS, NCIS : Sydney, NCIS : Los Angeles, NCIS : origines, FBI, La loi & l’ordre : crimes sexuels, Meurtre sur la côte ouest, GHOSTS : fantômes à la maison, Heartland, Esprits brillants and Meurtres sous le gui.

HISTORIA

Historia reinforces its status as Quebec’s premier documentary destination by offering a captivating, diverse lineup that is deeply rooted in history and culture, both local and international.

The upcoming year will feature a strong lineup of original productions, including three docuseries that explore diverse worlds and appeal to a wide range of interests. Combien ça vaut, hosted by Félix B. Desfossés, offers a glimpse into the world of collectors and reveals the value of rare and unusual objects. Étonnamment vrai!*, with Mégan Brouillard, highlights lesser-known and astonishing episodes of Quebec’s history, ranging from improbable anecdotes to forgotten events. Zombie Cars : sauvés de la scrap, ed by Rémi-Pierre Paquin, plunges into the heart of Quebec’s automotive heritage through nostalgia-filled discoveries.

The channel will also present several original documentaries highlighting impactful stories, notable figures and key historical moments. Among these, Pirates de l’art explores the journey of Quebec art forger Réal Lessard; Parachute retraces the rise of an iconic 1980s Montreal brand; while Toute la vérité* looks at a mysterious phenomenon that has sparked numerous scientific questions. Joe Beef : la vraie histoire revisits the life of a legendary Old Montreal figure, L’or des oubliés delves into the gold rush that shaped Western Canada, and Quand Nadia Comaneci a sauvé Montréal, hosted by Alexandre Despatie, looks back at the significant legacy of the 1976 Olympic Games.

This local offering is complemented by acquisitions that enrich the schedule with content exploring both the mysteries of the past and the major transformations of the modern world, including History’s Greatest Picks with Mike Wolfe*, Sitting Bull*, Dangereuse époque avec Henry Winkler, La vie après nous, Tout sur le menu avec Braun Strowman, Mountain Men: Wild North*, Countdown to Disaster* et 102 Minutes Inside the Towers*.

Finally, several of Historia’s most popular titles will return with new episodes, including La Seconde Guerre mondiale avec Tom Hanks, La malédiction d’Oak Island, Les a$ de la brocante, La bouffe qui a forgé le monde, Pawn Stars : prêteurs sur gages, IneXplicable, Incroyable avec Dan Aykroyd, Les grands mystères de l’Histoire, Les grandes marques qui ont forgé le monde, De l’acier et du feu, Au-delà du ranch Skinwalker, Les montagnards et Le secret du ranch Skinwalker.

TÉLÉTOON AND TÉLÉTOON LA NUIT

Télétoon and Télétoon la nuit continue to evolve with an enhanced offering that meets the expectations of both young audiences and fans of more daring animated content.

On Télétoon, the youth lineup delivers creative, engaging and playful universes with titles such as The Regular Show : les cassettes oubliées, Le monde merveilleusement bizarre de Gumball, Adventure Time : Fionna and Cake, Ruben & Cie, Teen Titans Go! and Les voitures Batwheels.

Télétoon la nuit, for its part, further strengthens its distinctive positioning with an even more irreverent and bold programming slate. Driven by the arrival of new titles from the Adult Swim universe, including Common Side Effects, Haha, You Clowns, Lazarus, Royal Crackers and Smiling Friends, the channel reinforces its status as a go-to destination for adult animation.

* French title to be confirmed

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About Corus

Corus operates the French-language specialty television brands Historia, Séries Plus and Télétoon in Quebec. It is a subsidiary of Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B), a leading media and content company that develops, delivers and distributes high quality brands and content across platforms for audiences around the world. Engaging audiences since 1999, the company’s portfolio of multimedia offerings encompass 25 specialty television services, 36 radio stations, 15 conventional television stations, digital and streaming platforms, and social digital agency and media services. Corus’ roster of premium brands includes Global Television, W Network, Flavour Network, Home Network, The HISTORY® Channel, Showcase, Slice, Adult Swim, National Geographic and Global News, along with streaming platforms STACKTV, TELETOON+, Vivéo, the Global TV App and Curiouscast. For more information visit www.corusent.com.

Information:

Marie-Eve Goudreau | Publicist, Corus

514 904-3260 | marieeve.goudreau@corusmedia.com