Prime Video’s Canadian slate includes docs on RV culture, Toronto romance scammer

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Brothers and entrepreneurs Dawson, left, and Jagger Glowatsky of the Prime Video docuseries Brothers and entrepreneurs Dawson, left, and Jagger Glowatsky of the Prime Video docuseries "Trailer Trash" are shown in this undated handout photo. Photo by HO /The Canadian Press

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TORONTO — Prime Video’s upcoming Canadian lineup includes a docuseries about Alberta brothers who sell RV parts and a true crime story about the dark side of Toronto’s dating scene.

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The streamer announced programming plans loaded with non-scripted fare including “Trailer Trash,” executive produced by Jacob Tierney of “Letterkenny” fame.

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It follows two brothers who sell RV parts across North America from their small town of Vegreville, Alta., east of Edmonton. The series will release globally in 2026.

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Prime Video is also touting a two-part docuseries “RomCon: Who the F**k is Jason Porter?”, about a convicted criminal who used romance to manipulate and deceive women. It premieres at NXNE festival ahead of launching June 13.

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Returning shows include a second season of “Faceoff: Inside the NHL,” with six episodes diving into the 2024-25 season and playoffs.

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Meanwhile, a previously announced documentary about Montreal rockers Simple Plan will get a summer release under the name “Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd.”

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Prime Video said Thursday in a release that the slate reflects a commitment to producing stories that resonate with Canadians and showcase homegrown talent.

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The streamer also touted the new French language competition “Karaoke Club” and a fourth season of “LOL: Qui Rira Le Dernier?”

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It also said the previously announced francophone dramedy series “Vitrerie Joyal,” starring comic Martin Matte, will launch in 2026.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 29, 2025.

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