The Best Laid Plans

The Best Laid Plans (2014)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

Parliament is a secret and esoteric world with its own culture, customs and language. THE BEST LAID PLANS is a rollicking journey into this cosseted world. Our guide is the earnest, hopeful, English PhD, Daniel Addison (played by Jonas Chernick), head speech writer for the Leader of the Opposition. When Daniel catches his girlfriend and her boss in flagrante delicto he decides to return to academe as assistant professor of English at the University of Ottawa. But you don't just walk away from the Opposition Party — freedom has a price and in this case it's finding a candidate in a riding 50 kilometers away and managing the campaign in the next election, scheduled in approximately eight weeks. The catch: the riding in question has voted solidly for the Government Party since Confederation and the incumbent is Eric Cameron, the extremely popular finance minister whose plurality in the last election was over 90%.

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Best Laid Plans premiere?

The Best Laid Plans premiered on January 5, 2014.

Who created The Best Laid Plans TV show?

The Best Laid Plans TV show was created by Susan Coyne and based on the novel of the same name by Terry Fallis.

What is the genre of The Best Laid Plans TV show?

The Best Laid Plans is a political comedy television series.

How many episodes are in The Best Laid Plans TV show?

The Best Laid Plans TV show has a total of 6 episodes.

Who stars in The Best Laid Plans TV show?

The Best Laid Plans TV show stars Jonas Chernick, Kenneth Welsh, Jodi Balfour, and Mark McKinney.

What is the plot of The Best Laid Plans TV show?

The Best Laid Plans TV show is about a speechwriter who finds himself in the middle of a political scandal after he agrees to help an independent candidate with his campaign.

What is the setting of The Best Laid Plans TV show?

The Best Laid Plans TV show is set in Ottawa, Canada.

Is The Best Laid Plans TV show based on a true story?

No, The Best Laid Plans TV show is not based on a true story. It is based on a novel by Terry Fallis.

What awards has The Best Laid Plans TV show won?

The Best Laid Plans TV show has won several awards, including the Canadian Screen Award for Best Writing in a Comedy Program or Series.

What is the reception of The Best Laid Plans TV show?

The Best Laid Plans TV show has received positive reviews, with critics praising its witty writing and strong performances.

Where can I watch The Best Laid Plans TV show?

The Best Laid Plans TV show can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.

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