Archive · 5 Sep 2025
Showtime & CBC Acquire BBC Drama 'Reunion'
Imagine a TV show about a man who is Deaf returning home after being in jail for a long time.
This show, called 'Reunion,' will be on Paramount+ and CBC.
It's about a Deaf man who is trying to get back to his family and figure out his life again.
The show uses British Sign Language and spoken English.
The creator of the show, William Mager, wanted to tell a story about communication and the experiences of Deaf people.
The show is also trying to encourage more opportunities for deaf actors and storytellers.
Paramount+ and CBC have acquired the BBC drama 'Reunion'.
The series follows a Deaf man returning to society after a decade in prison.
The show will be available on Paramount+ starting September 12, and CBC Gem on September 19.
The series stars Matthew Gurney and is told in British Sign Language and spoken English.
The show aims to shed new light on the day-to-day lives of Deaf people and encourage more representation in media.
- Who
- The BBC, Paramount+, CBC, Matthew Gurney, and William Mager.
- What
- Showtime and CBC acquired the BBC drama 'Reunion'.
- When
- Paramount+ will release the show on September 12, and CBC will release it on September 19.
- Where
- North America and Canada.
- Why
- To bring high-caliber storytelling to audiences, and to increase representation of Deaf stories.
- Show Title
- Reunion
- Main Actor
- Matthew Gurney
- Language
- British Sign Language and spoken English
- Distributor
- BBC Studios
- US Premiere
- Paramount+ on September 12
- Canadian Premiere
- CBC Gem on September 19