Series

Switchback

★ 7.0(1)19811 season

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Where to watch Switchback

🇲🇾 Malaysia

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Good to know

Creator: Rick Scott
Release date: 1981-11-01
Language: English
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 1
Status: Returning Series
Country: Canada
Studio: CBC

About Switchback

Switchback is a 1981 web series in the Reality genre, created by Rick Scott, starring Stan Johnson, Rick Scott and Richard Newman. It spans 1 season and 1 episodes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Switchback in Malaysia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

"Switchback" was an hour-long interactive show for teens and preteens, featuring viewer calls, music videos, guest artists, and cartoons. Initially hosted by Stan Johnson in Halifax, it expanded to other cities, highlighting both regional talents and international acts. Airing from 1981 to 1990, it aimed to engage young audiences. In 1985, host Shawn Thompson faced arrest for throwing a doll named Kendini over Niagara Falls, in a Kentucky Fried Chicken bucket during a show segment. (He used cole slaw to cushion the doll's fall.) This act resulted in charges by Niagara Parks Police for park dumping and attracting a crowd. Thompson intended to spotlight neglected toys in a parody titled 'Doll Aid.' By 1988, the series cut some editions and faced controversy by removing its cherished long-term host, Stan Johnson. By early 1990, all editions of the program concluded due to CBC's budget reductions.

Seasons (1)

Season 11 ep · 1981

Cast

Stan Johnson

Host (Halifax)

Rick Scott

Host (Vancouver)

Richard Newman

Host (Vancouver)

Andrew Cochrane

Host (Vancouver)

Stu Jeffries

Host (Vancouver)

Shawn Thompson

Host (Toronto)

Howard Busgang

Host (Toronto)

Dale Martindale

Host (Toronto)

Eric Tunney

Host (Toronto)

Laurie Mustard

Host (Winnipeg)

Jim Ingebritsen

Host (Winnipeg)

Howard Glassman

Host (Calgary)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Switchback in Malaysia?+

Switchback is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Malaysia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Switchback on Netflix?+

Switchback is not on Netflix in Malaysia right now.

How many seasons of Switchback are there?+

Switchback has 1 season and 1 episodes in total.

Who stars in Switchback?+

Switchback stars Stan Johnson, Rick Scott, Richard Newman, Andrew Cochrane and Stu Jeffries.

When did Switchback come out?+

Switchback is a 1981 web series created by Rick Scott.

What genre is Switchback?+

Switchback is Reality series.

Who created Switchback?+

Switchback was created by Rick Scott.