The Tournament

2005·Show
16Episodes in2Seasons
59
DecentGoodWatch score

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The Tournament fingerprint

Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Cringe Humor8
  • Satire & Parody7

World

Everyday modern life, sports, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Meta Narrative8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

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About

The Game. The Dream. The Parents From Hell

The Tournament was a Canadian television series, which aired on CBC Television in 2005 and 2006. The series, a mockumentary show about a community minor hockey team, depicted the behind-the-scenes interactions between the players, their parents and coaches as the team competed for a spot in the annual youth hockey championship tournament. The cast included Alain Goulem, Paula Boudreau, Christian Potenza, Emily Tilson and Ari Cohen. Seven episodes were produced in the 2004-05 television season, airing in the winter of 2005, and ten episodes were produced in the 2005-06 season. The CBC announced on February 13, 2006, that the show would not be brought back for the 2006-07 television season.
Mockumentary ComedyYouth Hockey FocusParental DynamicsCanadian SitcomCringe HumorEnsemble CastBehind-the-Scenes AnticsSports-ThemedRelatable Characters

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The Tournament

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Is The Tournament worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Tournament rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How many seasons does The Tournament have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 16 episodes.

When did The Tournament air?

It ran from 2005 to 2006 and has ended.

What language is The Tournament in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Tournament?

2IEGB

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