Being Erica

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Monday 9:00 PM on CBC Premiered Jan 05, 2009 In Season

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Being Erica

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Thirty-two years old, perpetually single and struggling economically, Erica Strange gets serious about understanding where it all went wrong with the help of the mysterious Dr. Tom. In each episode, Erica relives a deeply regretted part of her past and has the chance to do it all over again differently so as to make a positive change in her "present" life. The series, which premiered January 5th, 2009 on CBC in Canada, is currently airing in the U.S. on the cable channel SOAPnet. In May of 2010, both CBC and SOAPnet announced plans to renew the hit dramedy for a third 13 episode season (Season Two had only twelve due to CBC budget cutbacks). While new episodes began airing in Canada on September 21, 2010, U.S. fans will have to wait until January of 2011 for Season Three of Being Erica.moreless

Previously Aired Episode

Dr. Erica

AIRED ON 12/12/2011

Dr. Erica

Season 4 : Episode 11

Episode Guide

S 4 :  Ep 11 Aired 12/12/11
S 4 :  Ep 10 Aired 12/5/11
S 4 :  Ep 9 Aired 11/28/11
S 4 :  Ep 8 Aired 11/14/11
S 4 :  Ep 7 Aired 11/7/11
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Cast & Crew

Erin Karpluk

Erin Karpluk

Erica Strange
Adam Fergus

Adam Fergus

Adam Fitzpatrick
Reagan Pasternak

Reagan Pasternak

Julianne Giacommelli
Kathleen Laskey

Kathleen Laskey

Barbara Strange
Joanna Douglas

Joanna Douglas

Samantha Strange
Morgan Kelly

Morgan Kelly

Brent Kennedy
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  • So fresh!

    10
    By pascalbajoo, May 05, 2013
    It was a small show without big expectation, but for me it was an amazing show which gave some freshness to my TV listing . I have followed the progression of Erica in the discovery of herself for 4 season with a optimistic view on Life.

    You will love it

  • An amazing show about self-discovery

    10
    By genzianella, Oct 22, 2012
    I loved this show and I'm so sad that it ended. It was both funny and poignant and Erica's and Dr Tom's inspirational quotations were always clever and right on the spot. I guess anyone needs a Dr Tom in their life (I definitely would!).

    Erin Karpluck is a wonderful actress and was the right choice for playing Erica. I also loved the Toronto setting, the Canadians have come a long way - two of my favourite shows (Being Erica and Flashpoint) are set and produced in Toronto!

    This is a must-watch series!moreless

  • If the CBC could go back in time, they should pass on this pitch. Nothing would change in present time - their network still wouldn't be watched.

    4.0
    By Alex_P_Keaton, Oct 15, 2011
    I wanted to like this show. I was a fan of Erin Karpluk from Godiva's and the premise intrigued me. After a promising premise, however, it now continues to miss the mark. I was hoping for a light comedy but instead it has turned into this earnest drama. It looks good, they have some great songs but for such a fresh idea, it really comes across stale. It borrows too much from cliches (breaking your heel, having somebody steal your cab) and never seems to want to have fun with itself. Is Erica never surprised or baffled when her doctor shows up? Who is he? If this happened to me I'd be asking some questions. I suppose it's the writer's right not to explore this angle, but I wish they would.



    Too many of the characters are one note. The witchy editor - does anyone really want an espresso that bad? Her old professor seemed to belong on another show.



    I know it's annoying to knock a show on a forum where most people love it, so I won't make a nuisance of myself and I'll leave it at this.moreless

  • AH-MAY-ZING!!!! Love-love-love it!!!!

    10
    By onlydaheart75, Nov 25, 2010
    I find this show enlightening. We all have regrets and if we could go back, I'm sure it would be just as terrifying and exciting as it is for Erica. It would be crazy wonderful if this were the case, I would like to be a doctor and help out other peeps. To help them see the big picture, and that behind every regret another chance to do it right or at least accept the outcome of said regret. And, meeting other people on that path of spiritual growth, just an added bonus! I'm reading behind the scenes, and for those who aren't sure about this show just watch a few episodes and tell me what you think then. :) :) :)moreless

  • Great show about discovering oneself

    10
    By dtkt15, Oct 24, 2010
    **Spoilers Ahead**

    First of all, I have to say that I started watching this show because of Tyron Leitso. I have been a fan since the quirky and hilarious Wonderfalls. I am glad that I did because I am now also a fan of Erin Karpluk. She is wonderful as the 30-something, stuck-in-a-rut Erica. Although gimmicky, I love the fact that each episode explores one of Erica's regrets and how it parallels a current predicament.



    Season 1 was pretty amusing. The sexual tension between Erica and Ethan was certainly a drawing factor and there is a crowd-pleasing resolution at the end of the season:)



    Season 2 introduced another character in fellow time-traveler/patient Kai. This added an interesting twist to what we had grown to expect in season 1. The season focused more on Erica and her growing relationship with Kai, unfortunately at the expense of Ethan.



    There are more changes in season 3. So far I am loving it. Adam, a potential new love interest;), and phase 2 of therapy add interesting dynamics to the show. I also love the evolving relationship between Julianne and Erica. However, I must say I miss Ethan :(moreless
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