

This Hour Has 22 Minutes is a weekly Canadian television comedy that airs on CBC Television. Launched in 1993 during Canada's 35th general election, the show focuses on Canadian politics, combining news parody, sketch comedy and satirical editorials. Originally featuring Cathy Jones, Rick Mercer, Greg Thomey and Mary Walsh, the series featured satirical sketches of the weekly news and Canadian political events. The show's format is a mock news program, intercut with comic sketches, parody commercials and humorous interviews of public figures. The on-location segments are frequently filmed with slanted camera angles.


Oct 6, 2020 - 22m
A global pandemic, a looming US election, and a slew of government scandals and leadership changes here at home - 22 Minutes is back to tackle it all! Season 28 starts here.

Oct 13, 2020 - 22m
As COVID numbers spike across the country, 22 Minutes looks at how the government is steering us through the second wave. Plus, coverage from the ground in Washington ahead of the US election.

Oct 20, 2020 - 22m
With the country going through major changes yet again, 22 Minutes takes a look at how Canadians are settling into Fall. Plus, our U.S. field team investigates America’s two-party system.

Oct 27, 2020 - 22m
As Canadians cope with COVID, Halloween is shaping up to be a bit spookier. 22 Minutes investigates. Plus, a field report from the long lines at advance polling stations ahead of the U.S. election.

Nov 10, 2020 - 22m
On the heels of the U.S. election, 22 Minutes checks in on the results. Plus, our American field team investigates whether the electoral system is really working for our neighbours to the South.

Nov 17, 2020 - 22m
The American election is over, but the story is just beginning. 22 Minutes examines the outcomes. Plus, a COVID vaccine is on the horizon and a Canadian version of the Wiggles hits the air.

Nov 24, 2020 - 22m
With multiple COVID-19 vaccines set to hit the market, 22 Minutes examines the prospects. Plus an interview with Canadian Ambassador to the U.N. Bob Rae, a new ballet hits the stage, and more.

Dec 1, 2020 - 22m
As Canadians move cautiously towards the holidays, 22 Minutes explores how the Christmas season is shaping up to look a lot different this year.

Jan 5, 2021 - 22m
22 Minutes takes a look back at the very best sketches from the very worst year.

Jan 12, 2021 - 22m
With a new year underway, 22 Minutes reviews Canadian politicians' penchant for holiday travel. Plus, Susan Kent guest stars, updates from America, vaccine rollouts, and more!

Jan 19, 2021 - 22m
As provinces introduce new COVID crackdowns, 22 Minutes takes a look at what Canadians consider to be ‘essential.’ Plus, Sex And The City gets a reboot, Caillou is cancelled, and more.

Jan 26, 2021 - 22m
With a new President in the White House, 22 Minutes examines the state of Canada-U.S. relations in the Biden era. Plus, sea shanties rise in popularity, COVID-19 updates, and more.

Feb 2, 2021 - 22m
As the federal government clamps down on travel, 22 Minutes navigates the new rules. Plus, Patrick Roach (Trailer Park Boys) guest stars as Jason Kenney, a Canadian vaccine is in the works, and more.

Feb 9, 2021 - 22m
WIth Valentine’s Day just around the corner, 22 Minutes looks for love. Plus, Undercover Boss comes to Rideau Hall, Mrs. Enid returns, and more.

Feb 16, 2021 - 22m
As the world continues to adapt to life during a pandemic, 22 Minutes puts pop culture under the microscope. Plus, provincial economies prepare to reopen, impeachment enters round two, and more.

Feb 23, 2021 - 22m
With a world in crisis, 22 Minutes hones in on what's happening here at home. Plus, the search for a new Governor General gets underway, a new Canadian music documentary airs, and more

Mar 2, 2021 - 22m
As rumours of an election swirl, federal political parties try new ways of appealing to voters. 22 Minutes checks in. Plus, weddings in the time of COVID, Canada’s answer to K-Pop, and more.

Mar 9, 2021 - 22m
With millions of Canadians on track to be vaccinated by June, 22 Minutes rolls up their sleeves to track the roll-out progress. Plus, Tim's eggs, US press briefings take a turn, and more.

Mar 16, 2021 - 22m
On the season finale, 22 Minutes reflects on the one year anniversary of COVID-19 in Canada. Plus, a new emergency room procedural, Hudson & Rex changes direction, and Susan Kent guest stars!