The BBC has confirmed it will stream the beloved Canadian sitcom Schitt's Creek on BBC iPlayer, with all episodes available from Saturday, June 6. Fans have hailed the series as a 'masterpiece' and one of the best comedies ever aired.
A Comedy Classic Arrives on BBC iPlayer
Premiering in 2015, Schitt's Creek follows the wealthy Rose family—Johnny (Eugene Levy), his former soap star wife Moira (the late Catherine O'Hara), and their adult children David (Dan Levy) and Alexis (Annie Murphy). After their business manager embezzles funds from their video store, they lose their fortune and are forced to move to a basic motel in the small town of Schitt's Creek, which Johnny once purchased as a joke. There, they must adapt to a drastically different lifestyle and a much smaller bank balance.
The series ran for six seasons between 2015 and 2020, earning widespread acclaim and a devoted fanbase. Viewers have taken to social media to express their admiration, with one writing on X: 'I am binging that masterpiece of a show once again, and I still cannot get over how good it is. Or should I say it's... simply the best?' Another fan posted: 'One of the BEST series that has EVER aired.'
Fan Reactions and Critical Praise
Many viewers have described the show as 'perfection' and 'outstanding TV.' One remarked: 'One of the best series ever - funny, warm, crazy, human, unpredictable... beautifully acted. The older actors were schooled in improvisation theatre... they all work so well together.' Another added: 'From the first episode to the last, Schitt's Creek is a masterpiece with the perfect blend of humour and heart.'
The series has been called the 'best comedy series ever' by numerous fans, with one noting: 'It had everything. Nothing else has to be said.'
Catherine O'Hara's Legacy
Catherine O'Hara, known for her role in Home Alone, passed away in January at age 71 in a Los Angeles hospital. Her death was attributed to a pulmonary embolism, with rectal cancer listed as the underlying cause. Her performance as Moira Rose remains a highlight of the series.
Schitt's Creek will be available to stream on BBC iPlayer from Saturday, June 6.
