Wojeck (1966)

Overview

A coroner searches for truth and justice with the help of his friends, while trying to hold his family together. (inspired by the headlines of Dr. Morton Shulman, chief coroner in Toronto) In the 1960s, Canadian TV underwent a shift led by "Wojeck" and "This Hour Has Seven Days." "Wojeck," influenced by Dr. Morton Shulman's work, explored safety standards through naturalistic filmmaking by Ronald Weyman and Grahame Woods. John Vernon's portrayal of Wojeck, a Polish Catholic confronting moral dilemmas, tackled societal issues like abortion and drug addiction. Guided by Weyman and David Peddie, the show bravely addressed topics like homosexuality and elderly neglect, gaining acclaim and international recognition.

Details

Type

TV Show

Original title

Wojeck

Released

1966-09-13

Runtime

1h 0m

Status

Ended

Director

Phillip Hersch

Country

Canada

Quality

HD

Production

CBC Films

Network

CBC Television

Language

English

Seasons

2

Episodes

19

Cast