Sort by Number of Votes - Most Rated Movies and TV Shows With Barbara Samuels

1. Through Black Spruce (2018)

111 min | Adventure, Drama, Mystery

The disappearance of a young Cree woman in Toronto traumatizes her Northern Ontario family, and sends her twin sister on a journey south to find her.

Director: Don McKellar | Stars: Tanaya Beatty, Brandon Oakes, Kiowa Gordon, Tina Keeper

Votes: 739

2. North of 60 (1992–1998)

60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

A mystery drama series about trials and tribulations of Aboriginal people in the fictional town of Lynx River, Northwest Territories.

Stars: Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson, Timothy Webber

Votes: 656

3. The Jim Henson Hour (1987–1992)

48 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

An anthology show featuring the work of the great puppeteer and his staff.

Stars: Jim Henson, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Kevin Clash

Votes: 538

4. Chasing Freedom (2004 TV Movie)

R | 88 min | Drama

A lawyer reluctantly takes on the pro bono asylum case of a woman who has fled the brutal Taliban regime in Afghanistan and arrived in the United States seeking freedom.

Director: Don McBrearty | Stars: Juliette Lewis, Layla Alizada, Bruce Gray, Michael David Simms

Votes: 415

5. Luna: Spirit of the Whale (2007 TV Movie)

PG | 90 min | Adventure, Drama, Family

Mike Maquinna returns to his home town of Gold River on Vancouver Island to attend the funeral of his father, Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nations Chief Ambrose Maquinna. With a troubled past ... See full summary »

Director: Don McBrearty | Stars: Adam Beach, Graham Greene, Jason Priestley, Tantoo Cardinal

Votes: 262

6. Answered by Fire (2006 TV Movie)

190 min | Drama

Set against the tumultuous lead-up to the 1999 referendum in East Timor and its horrifying aftermath, ANSWERED BY FIRE is a very personal exploration of first-world intervention in ... See full summary »

Director: Jessica Hobbs | Stars: Daniela Carvalho, Alex Tilman, Fatima Almeida, Damien Garvey

Votes: 260

7. E.N.G. (1989–1994)

60 min | Drama

The show was based in Toronto, they are a news station that go out filming news worthy stories all the while a romance brewing with the news show director & camera man, Jake.

Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

Votes: 204

8. Cashing In (2009–2014)

30 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Set on Stonewalker First Nation, nestled comfortably beside an affluent beach community in Southern Manitoba.

Stars: Eric Schweig, Karen Holness, Gregory 'Dominic' Odjig, Wesley French

Votes: 157

9. Diamonds (1987–1989)

60 min | Comedy, Drama

Mike and Christina worked together on a television show called "Two of Diamonds". They would eventually fall in love, get married, and get divorced. Years later, they would get back ... See full summary »

Stars: Nicholas Campbell, Peggy Smithhart, Charles Woods Gray, Roland Magdane

Votes: 112

10. Black Harbour (1996–1999)

Drama

A Los Angeles chef (Katherine Hubbard) returns to her Nova Scotia roots to run her ailing mother's boatyard with her director husband (Geraint Wyn Davies) and two daughters.

Stars: Rebecca Jenkins, Melanie Ann Foley, Barrett Porter, Geraint Wyn Davies

Votes: 93

11. The Jim Henson Hour (1987–1992)
Episode: Dog City (1989)

48 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

In the tough streets of Dog City, Ace inherits a saloon from his late Uncle Harry and is unwilling to pay the protection money.

Director: Jim Henson | Stars: Camille Bonora, Rickey Boyd, Fran Brill, Kevin Clash

Votes: 86

12. New York News (1995)

60 min | Drama

The story of a New York City newspaper headed by Louise Felcott (Mary Tyler Moore) and her team of reporters as they work on stories and deal with their private lives.

Stars: Mary Tyler Moore, Gregory Harrison, Melina Kanakaredes, Kelli Williams

Votes: 55

13. Mount Royal (1988)

TV-14 | 52 min | Drama

Andre Valeur, a successful businessman, lives in an upscale Montreal neighborhood and Paris. Daughter Stephanie is a model, Danielle a reporter. Rob works for his father but prefers the ... See full summary »

Stars: Patrick Bauchau, Domini Blythe, Catherine Colvey, Jonathan Crombie

Votes: 28

14. Wishing Well (2011 TV Movie)

Drama

A thirty-something woman reconnects with her daughter and mother around a wishing well in a small Ontario town.

Stars: Chelah Horsdal, Tiera Skovbye, Mary Walsh, Gabriel Hogan

Votes: 17

15. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: Pilot (1992)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

The story about the people from the fictitious Native settlement of Lynnx River begins when Eric Olssen moves from Vancouver to begin a new life after his marriage has failed and his ... See full summary »

Director: Stuart Margolin | Stars: Gerry Bean, Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson

Votes: 14

16. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: Southern Comfort (1993)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Eric (who was meant to go to Hawaii on vacation, with Sarah) goes to Vancouver to find Teevee, who is trying to find Leslie. Teevee soon learns that Leslie has a boyfriend.And things get even worse.

Director: Brad Turner | Stars: Gerry Bean, Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson

Votes: 12

17. The Jim Henson Hour (1987–1992)
Episode: Outer Space (1989)

48 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

In the "MuppeTelevision" segment, Digit overloads his circuits while trying to show programming from outer space. Louie Anderson appears in sketches. The second half of the show is the "Storyteller" episode "The Heartless Giant."

Directors: Jim Henson, Wayne Moss | Stars: Simon Adams, Louie Anderson, John Atkinson, Fran Brill

Votes: 11

18. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: A Different Drummer (1992)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Eric becomes involved in a fight between Leon Deela and his wife Rosie when Leon files charges. Eric also tries to put Albert Golo and his sons out of business.

Director: Stuart Margolin | Stars: Gerry Bean, Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson

Votes: 10

19. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: Letting Go (1993)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Elsie Tsa Che draws attention to the obvious attraction between Eric and Sarah. Joey Small Boat and Teevee Tenia convince Hannah Kenidi to steal candies from Gerry's store. When Hannah's ... See full summary »

Director: Stuart Margolin | Stars: Gerry Bean, Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson

Votes: 9

20. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: The Getting of Wisdom (1994)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Peter and Albert assume they are the primary candidates for the position of band chief in Lynx River-until a third candidate arrives. Eric's children come to visit again, with surprises.

Director: Bruce Pittman | Stars: Gerry Bean, Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson

Votes: 9

21. The Jim Henson Hour (1987–1992)
Episode: Garbage (1989)

48 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Singer k.d. Lang visits "MuppeTelevision" while Kermit tries to get rid of a bunch of unwanted talking garbage bags. The second half is the "Storyteller" episode "Sapsorrow."

Director: Peter Harris | Stars: Alison Doody, James Wilby, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French

Votes: 9

22. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: Bless This House (1993)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Sarah is unhappy when her father visits. Teevee is unimpressed by the new recreation center. Michelle is worried when Hannah doesn't seem to like the new house.

Director: Stacey Stewart Curtis | Stars: Gerry Bean, Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson

Votes: 8

23. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: Lost Weekend (1993)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Peter brings an archaeologist to Lynx River who discovers something in town that might interest everyone. Sarah is down when she makes an incorrect diagnosis. Harris and Peter try to keep the tannery business afloat.

Director: Brad Turner | Stars: Gerry Bean, Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson

Votes: 7

24. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: A Rock and a Hard Place (1994)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Construction of the Treatment Centre falls behind schedule as Leon is forced to contend with Gob workers and work stoppages. Brian Fletcher returns and takes over the investigation. Michelle tries for a reconciliation with Hannah.

Director: Eleanore Lindo | Stars: Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson, Gordon Tootoosis

Votes: 7

25. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: Bargains (1995)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Peter neglects his band council duties as he busies himself gathering oral histories from Lynx River residents. Ben Montour continues to disrupt things, especially the people who care about Lois Tenia.

Director: T.W. Peacocke | Stars: Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson, Gordon Tootoosis

Votes: 6

26. North of 60 (1992–1998)
Episode: Bushman (1996)

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Michelle wants to know what is happening with the treatment center, but Andrew warns her not to ask about it. Charlie has nightmares after seeing someone in the bushes.

Director: Gil Cardinal | Stars: Tina Keeper, Tracey Cook, Tom Jackson, Robert Bockstael

Votes: 6

27. Dark Eyes (1995– )

60 min

A female detective heads an all-male anti-gang task force in Cleveland, and fights to win the men's respect as she struggles with the aftermath of her divorce.

Stars: Kelly McGillis, Roy Dupuis, Daniel Hugh Kelly, Kenneth Welsh

28. A Kindness (2012)

4 min | Short, Drama

When a bouncer observes the fallout of a couple's argument outside a nightclub, he performs an unexpected act of kindness.

Director: E. Jane Thompson | Stars: Andre Sills, Amy Rutherford, Brandon McGibbon, Sarah Joy Bennett

29. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: Forests of the Night (1989)

Drama

After Jake's son is attacked by a gang called the Tigers, Terri attempts to get the gang leader to share what he's all about.

Director: Martin Lavut | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

30. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: Ghosts (1990)

Drama

Clarke has another shot at a KKK story he botched several years before but can he keep perspective? Martha is hired as a temporary researcher and Jake does not handle it well.

Director: Allan Kroeker | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

31. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: Lest You Be Judged (1991)

Drama

Jake and Ann investigate a group home. Dan and Martha's budding romance bothers Jake.

Director: Donald Shebib | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

32. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: Payment in Kind (1990)

Drama

When Mike's wife is killed by a drunk driver, he loses perspective on a story. Jake and Martha have financial problems.

Director: George Bloomfield | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

33. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: A Wing and a Prayer (1990)

Drama

A plane crash in the wintry woods of Northern Ontario puts the lives of members of the Channel 10 team in jeopardy.

Director: George Bloomfield | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

34. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: Crossroads (1990)

Drama

A story about an NGO gets complicated when its aggressive leader turns out to be Ann's ex. Marge considers a music career.

Director: Don McBrearty | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

35. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: Malicious Intent (1990)

Drama

A truckers' strike gets nasty but is the new intern, Kyle's nephew, nastier? An acquittal brings Briget Halliday back into Mike's life.

Director: Steve DiMarco | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

36. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: Past Imperfect (1991)

Drama

Ann and Jake get stuck in a ditch on a foggy night and consider their relationship.For Ann's birthday, the Channel 10 team shares their memories of her early days at the station.

Director: Steve DiMarco | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

37. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: Force of Reason (1990)

Drama

Ann is attacked in the parking lot by an unknown assailant - until her attacker reveals himself and tries to dominate her in the newsroom.

Director: George Bloomfield | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

38. E.N.G. (1989–1994)
Episode: The Best Defence (1992)

Drama

JC's drinking begins to affect his work leaving Ann anxious about him.

Director: Joanna McIntyre | Stars: Sara Botsford, Mark Humphrey, Art Hindle, Jonathan Welsh

39. Mount Royal (1988)
Episode: Lighting a Fire (1988)

TV-14 | 47 min | Drama

Danielle becomes involved with a professor-turned-carpenter who brings his 2-year-old baby to live with them without the mother's knowledge. Meanwhile, Rob has a problem when a fading ... See full summary »

Director: Mario Azzopardi | Stars: Patrick Bauchau, Domini Blythe, Catherine Colvey, Jonathan Crombie

40. Mount Royal (1988)
Episode: The Best of Intentions (1988)

TV-14 | 47 min | Drama

Rob attempts to persuade his old lover to leave a Paris terrorist organization while Danielle is offered a job as a correspondent for a U.S. television network.

Director: René Bonnière | Stars: Patrick Bauchau, Domini Blythe, Catherine Colvey, Jonathan Crombie

41. Dark Eyes (1995– )
Episode: Pilot (1995)

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Director: Nancy Savoca | Stars: Kelly McGillis, Roy Dupuis, Daniel Hugh Kelly, Kenneth Welsh

42. Cashing In (2009–2014)
Episode: Bad Medicine (2014)

Comedy, Crime, Drama

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Director: Norma Bailey | Stars: Eric Schweig, Karen Holness, Wesley French, Gregory 'Dominic' Odjig

43. Cashing In (2009–2014)
Episode: All That Glitters (2014)

Comedy, Crime, Drama

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Director: Tracey Deer | Stars: Eric Schweig, Karen Holness, Wesley French, Gregory 'Dominic' Odjig

44. Cashing In (2009–2014)
Episode: Old Habits Die Hard (2014)

Comedy, Crime, Drama

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Director: Norma Bailey | Stars: Eric Schweig, Karen Holness, Wesley French, Gregory 'Dominic' Odjig

45. Cashing In (2009–2014)
Episode: The Road Home (2014)

Comedy, Crime, Drama

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Director: Norma Bailey | Stars: Eric Schweig, Karen Holness, Wesley French, Gregory 'Dominic' Odjig