NI Television today announced the start of production on eight new half-hour episodes of original crime drama series, Blood and Water. Produced in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English, Blood and Water stars Steph Song (Everything’s Gone Green) and follows a wealthy Vancouver family struck with grief after the death of their two sons. Produced by Breakthrough Entertainment, principal photography begins today in Toronto.
“We’re so excited to continue the momentum of this critically acclaimed drama,” said Nataline Rodrigues, Director of Original Programming, Rogers. “This multi-generational series shines a light on Canada’s diverse cultural landscape, and we’re proud to say it has resonated with both English and third-language audiences across the country.”
In the next eight episodes, Detective Jo Bradley (Steph Song) – newly returned to the Vancouver Homicide Squad following her cancer scare – is thrust back into the Xie family orbit along with new partner, Detective Evan Ong (Byron Mann), a decorated police hero formerly of the Guns and Gangs Unit. Following the death of his two sons, Ron Xie (Oscar Hsu) faces a power struggle when his company is held under siege by his former partner and his partner’s son, played by new cast member, Telly Liu (The Man with the Iron Fists).
“OMNI Television is an incredible partner who has shown its continued support for Canada’s diverse culture through this unique and compelling series,” said Executive Producer, Ira Levy. “Steph Song and the rest of the cast have given us characters that audiences find both relatable and fascinating at the same time, adding to the cross-cultural appeal of this series.”
“Blood and Water reflects the evolving demographics and the amazing diversity of this country,” said Ben Lu, producer. “The Canadian Chinese community is excited to see themselves onscreen in a quality drama.”
Written by Diane Boehme, Al Kratina, Dan Trotta and Simu Liu, Blood and Water is directed by Gail Harvey (Murdoch Mysteries, Lost Girl, Heartland) and Carl Bessai (Rehearsal, Sisters & Brothers, Fathers & Sons). Executive Producers are Ira Levy, Diane Boehme, Michael McGuigan, Malcolm Levy, Nat Abraham and Peter Williamson. Al Kratina and Dan Trotta are Co-Executive producers and Paula J. Smith and Ben Lu are Producers. From Rogers Media, Nataline Rodrigues is Director of Original Programming, Hayden Mindell is Vice President of Television Programming & Content, and Colette Watson is Vice President of Broadcast. Blood and Water is produced with the support of the Canada Media Fund as well as Ontario, British Columbia and federal tax credits.
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