BWW My Two Cents: No Paddle Needed, SCHITT'S CREEK is the Place to Be

Are you watching this show? If your answer is no, then I question your life choices. This is comedy at its best. Canada has rewarded us with this comedy gem that makes us almost want to forgive them for Bieber. Created by the dynamic father/son duo Eugene and Dan Levy, SCHITT'S CREEK premiered in January, 2015.

The basic premise is thus, the Rose family is in dire straits after being screwed over by their accountant. They find that their only asset left is a town called, "Schitt's Creek" that Johnny bought for his son, David, as a joke many years ago. With no alternatives, the family heads there to reside in the town motel while they figure out the rest of their lives. As the parental units, Moira and Johnny Rose, Catherine O'Hara and Eugene Levy are definitely in their prime. Johnny, so desperately trying to handle his family when they are really unmanageable and Moira, an ex-actress who still thinks she is the most important person in the room are a couple to be reckoned with. Catherine O'Hara in this type of role, (well any role, really) is just perfection. And Eugene Levy has fast become America's Dad, whether it's the father of a boy who loves desserts too much or the father of these spoiled, rich kids, I can't speak for everyone, but I just want life lessons from him and a hug.

Anyway, I could gush about Catherine O'Hara and Eugene Levy for days. And with all that being said, it is their children who steal the show. David and Alexis (played by Dan Levy and Annie Murphy) are two of the most fascinating characters on television. Spoiled, rich kids who are absolutely flabbergasted that they have to live in this town and yet find themselves strangely adapting to it, these characters could so easily become cartoons and unwatchable. However, with the brilliant portrayals by Murphy and Levy, not only are these characters likable, they're downright endearing. Murphy portrays Alexis with this wide-eyed innocence as she tries to find normalcy in her new life, she finds that her old tricks for getting men's attention don't work and it is only when she is being genuine does she find people she can relate to. Whereas Levy's portrayal of David whose sexuality is about as ambiguous as it gets, spits out too many hilarious one liners to count and hall of fame worthy facial expressions, as he tries to deny his growing comfort in the town. Between the two of them, they steal the scenes from the comedy vets aforementioned with ease and grace without chewing the scenery.

And I would be remiss if I didn't mention the rest of the supporting cast including Chris Elliott as the town's indelible mayor/sheriff, Roland Schitt (no lie), and his delightful wife, Jocelyn, played by Jennifer Robertson, the first couple of SCHITT'S CREEK who are really the Roses' only friends. And we certainly can't leave out Stevie (Emily Hampshire), the sharp-witted, ultra dry front desk employee at the hotel who quickly becomes close to David. I can't tell if she's amused, fascinated or horrified by him, or maybe it's a perfect combination of the three. There is Alexis' only friend, Twyla, who just happens to be dating the man Alexis pines for, played by Sarah Levy. (Yes, another family member. I don't know what was in the water in the Levy household, but it definitely had some sort of comic brilliance involved). Lastly there are the two men vying for Alexis' affection Mutt and Ted (Tim Rozon and Dustin Milligan, respectively). Ted, the sweet town veterinarian who adores Alexis, but her heart belongs to the local bad boy, Mutt. It is a pretty brilliant ensemble that inserts just enough reality into their absurdism to believe that this town could exist.

It has been a long time since I've literally laughed out loud continuously episode after episode at a comedy on television, but this one certainly fits that description. You really haven't lived until you have seen Moira Rose search for her presumed stolen earrings or Johnny Rose try to remain polite while trying to kick the Mayor out of his motel room or Alexis mercilessly try to become and stay the most desired girl in town or David go toe to toe with Stevie in a battle of passive aggressive wit. The acting is one thing, but the writing? Sheer genius. If it sounds like I'm gushing? I am and I make no apologies.

SCHITT'S CREEK airs on the CBC in Canada on Tuesdays, but is shown on the POP network (formerly TV Guide) in the US on Wednesdays. Seek this out in your cable guide, you will not regret it. The first season finale will air next Wednesday, but thankfully, a Season Two will be coming. POP shows encores of the episodes frequently. It's a perfect show to binge watch and to fall in love with these wonderfully imaginative creatures in this simple, yet magical Creek called Schitt.

Some Favorite Lines:

• Priest at a Funeral - Nothing says 'we'll miss you' like an excerpt from Breaking Dawn, one of Carl's favorites of the Twilight movies."

• David - I could not be more at one with nature. I do Coachella ever year, so...

• Johnny - We have to be mindful of our hearts... and our parts.

• David - The North Korean Army could not keep my mother under control when it comes to event planning.

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Photo Credit: CBC/POPTV

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