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Street Cents

1989·Show
85Episodes in17Seasons
79
GreatGoodWatch score

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Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

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"Street Cents," a teen-centered newsmagazine aired on CBC Television from 1989 to 2006, stood out for its focus on consumer and media awareness for young viewers. Created by producer John Nowlan and inspired by Britain's "Pocket Money," the series garnered critical acclaim, winning Gemini Awards and an International Emmy for Best Youth Programming. Ad-free like CBC's Marketplace, it prioritized unbiased critique of products and services, promoting safety, ethics, and youth empowerment. Despite its lauded inclusivity, the show ended in October 2006 due to declining teen viewership, leaving CBC-TV without youth-targeted programming.
Youth News MagazineConsumer AwarenessMedia LiteracyEducational TelevisionProduct ReviewsTeen-FocusedSocial CritiquePractical AdviceNostalgic Canadian TV

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Is Street Cents worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79 (IMDb 7.9).

Is Street Cents okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Street Cents?

43 h

About 43 hours: 85 episodes in 17 seasons of about 30 minutes each since 1989, and it's still in production.

Will Street Cents make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (7 of 10) and satire (6 of 10).

Can I half-watch Street Cents?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.