Series

The Fifth Estate

“Where the story doesn't end with the headline”

★ 6.8(11)19761h 0m17 seasons

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Good to know

Release date: 1976-01-02
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Seasons: 17
Episodes: 183
Network: CBC Television
Status: Returning Series
Country: Canada

The Fifth Estate — trailer

About The Fifth Estate

The Fifth Estate is a 1976 web series in the Documentary and News genres, starring Bob McKeown, Gillian Findlay and Mark Kelley. It spans 17 seasons and 183 episodes, and originally aired on CBC Television. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 11 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Fifth Estate in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Each week the fifth estate brings in-depth investigations that matter to Canadians – delivering a dazzling parade of political leaders, controversial characters and ordinary people whose lives were touched by triumph or tragedy.

Seasons (17)

Season 11 ep · 1976

Season 21 ep · 1976

Season 251 ep · 1999

Season 3418 eps · 2008

Season 3520 eps · 2009

Season 3623 eps · 2010

Season 3725 eps · 2011

Season 3823 eps · 2012

Season 3919 eps · 2013

Season 402 eps · 2015

Season 412 eps · 2015

Season 441 ep · 2019

Season 451 ep

Season 467 eps · 2020

Season 4712 eps · 2021

Season 5014 eps · 2024

Season 5116 eps · 2025

Cast

Bob McKeown

Host

Gillian Findlay

Host

Mark Kelley

Host

Themes & keywords

current affairsinvestigative journalismaccountabilityuncover the truth

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Fifth Estate in Canada?+

The Fifth Estate is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Fifth Estate on Netflix?+

The Fifth Estate is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How many seasons of The Fifth Estate are there?+

The Fifth Estate has 17 seasons and 183 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Fifth Estate?+

The Fifth Estate stars Bob McKeown, Gillian Findlay and Mark Kelley.

When did The Fifth Estate come out?+

The Fifth Estate is a 1976 web series.

What genre is The Fifth Estate?+

The Fifth Estate is Documentary and News series.