Corner Gas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Corner Gas |
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| Genre | Comedy |
| Created by | Brent Butt |
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| Opening theme | "Not a Lot Goin' On" by Craig Northey and Jesse Valenzuela |
| Country of origin | Canada |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 6 |
| No. of episodes | 107 (list of episodes) |
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| Running time | 21–23 minutes |
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| Original network | CTV |
| Picture format | 1080i (HDTV) |
| Original release | January 22, 2004 – April 13, 2009 |
Corner Gas was a super popular Canadian sitcom (a funny TV show about everyday life) that aired on television from 2004 to 2009. It was set in the small, make-believe town of Dog River, Saskatchewan. The show was actually filmed in a real town called Rouleau, Saskatchewan. It starred Canadian comedian Brent Butt, who also helped create the show.
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What is Corner Gas About?
Corner Gas focuses on the daily lives of people in a tiny farming town. The main character, Brent Leroy, runs the only gas station in Dog River. His best friend, Hank Yarbo, spends a lot of time there. Across the street, Lacey Burrows runs the only coffee shop, called The Ruby.
Who are the Main Characters?
The show has a small but memorable cast of characters.
- Brent Butt plays Brent Leroy, the laid-back owner of the gas station.
- Gabrielle Miller plays Lacey Burrows, who moved to Dog River from the big city to open The Ruby.
- Fred Ewanuick plays Hank Yarbo, Brent's often clueless but loyal best friend.
- Eric Peterson plays Oscar Leroy, Brent's grumpy dad.
- Janet Wright plays Emma Leroy, Brent's strong-willed mom.
- Lorne Cardinal plays Davis Quinton, one of the town's two police officers.
- Tara Spencer-Nairn plays Karen Pelly, the other police officer.
- Nancy Robertson plays Wanda Dollard, who works at the gas station with Brent and is very smart.
Where is Dog River?
Dog River is a fictional town, meaning it's made up for the show. It's supposed to be in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. The show did a great job of showing what life might be like in a small, quiet town in the prairies. Many Canadians felt it truly captured the spirit of small-town life.
Why was Corner Gas Popular?
Corner Gas became a huge hit in Canada because of its clever humor and relatable characters. The jokes were often about everyday situations and the funny things that happen in a small community. It was a show that families could watch together.
Awards and Recognition
The show won many awards during its run. It received 9 Canadian Comedy Awards, which celebrate the best in Canadian comedy. It also won 6 Gemini Awards, which were Canada's top awards for TV shows and movies. In 2004, Corner Gas was even nominated for an International Emmy Award, showing its popularity around the world.
On April 6, 2009, the leader of Saskatchewan, Premier Brad Wall, made a special announcement. He declared that April 13, 2009, would be "Corner Gas Day" in Saskatchewan. This was a way to celebrate how much the show meant to the province.
What Happened After the Show?
Even after the TV series ended in 2009, the world of Corner Gas didn't disappear. There was a movie called Corner Gas: The Movie released in 2014, which brought the characters back together. Later, an animated series called Corner Gas Animated started in 2018, continuing the stories of Dog River in a new way.
