100 Fun Facts About Schitt's Creek

What business did Johnny Rose own before his family lost their fortune?

Before losing his fortune, Johnny Rose was the CEO of Rose Video, a highly successful chain of video rental stores across North America.

Johnny and Stevie end up co-managing which lodging, the Rose family's home in town?

When Stevie inherits the place and thinks about selling, Johnny steps in as her business partner instead, and the two run it together.

What was David Rose's profession in New York before moving to Schitt's Creek?

Before the family's financial ruin, David Rose worked as a gallerist in New York City, curating avant-garde exhibitions.

What is Alexis Rose's middle name?

Alexis Rose's full name is Alexis Claire Rose.

Which actor portrays Johnny Rose?

Johnny Rose is portrayed by Eugene Levy, who also co-created the series with his son, Dan Levy.

What is the name of the town's mayor?

Roland Schitt is the long-standing and often overbearing mayor of Schitt's Creek, played by Chris Elliott.

What is the name of the local diner where Twyla Sands works?

The Cafe Tropical is the main diner in Schitt's Creek, a central gathering place where Twyla Sands works as a waitress.

What is the name of David's first business venture in town?

Rose Apothecary sells curated local goods out of the town's old general store; David later runs it with his business partner Patrick.

How did Stevie Budd come to own the motel?

Stevie Budd inherited the motel from her great-aunt Maureen, making her the original owner before partnering with Johnny Rose.

What is the name of the soap opera Moira Rose famously starred in?

Moira Rose starred for years on the daytime soap opera Sunrise Bay; in the final season its producers come calling with a prime-time reboot of the show.

In season three, David first meets Patrick Brewer while applying for what?

David then leaves a string of rambling voicemails trying to explain his business plan.

Which character is known for frequently saying "Ew, David!"?

The phrase "Ew, David!" is a signature line of Alexis Rose, often directed at her brother David.

Alexis's veterinarian boyfriend takes an extended research post in which islands?

Ted takes a research post in the Galápagos Islands; the couple eventually agree to end the relationship so each can pursue their career.

Whose second mortgage buys the second motel in season six, making Johnny their reluctant full partner?

After the bank turns down Johnny's loan, Roland and Jocelyn Schitt reveal they took a second mortgage on their house to fund the second motel, making them his partners.

David wears four identical rings on his right hand—made of what metal?

David's four matching rings are silver, part of a designer wardrobe for which Dan Levy pulled some pieces from his own closet.

In which country is Moira shooting her "Crows" horror movie in season five?

Moira films The Crows Have Eyes 3: The Crowening in Bosnia; she had earlier declined the part because the shoot was abroad and the pay was minimal, in another currency.

Which actress's 1989 purchase of Braselton, Georgia inspired the show's town-owning family?

Kim Basinger bought most of Braselton, Georgia in 1989; the Levys cited that purchase, and wondering how reality-TV rich families would cope broke, as the show's seed.

During which of the show's six seasons do David and Patrick get engaged?

David and Patrick's engagement takes place at the end of Season 5, a memorable moment for the couple.

What is the name of the mayor's grown son, Alexis's love interest in the first two seasons?

Mutt is Roland and Jocelyn's unambitious, contented son, played by Tim Rozon as a regular in seasons one and two.

In Schitt's Creek, what kind of home do the Roses lose to the government when their fortune vanishes?

A luxurious mansion is seized by the government, leaving one asset: the town of Schitt's Creek, which Johnny bought as a joke birthday gift for David in 1991.

What is the name of the a cappella group Moira Rose joins in Schitt's Creek?

Moira Rose becomes a notable member of the town's all-female a cappella group, The Jazzagals, led by Jocelyn Schitt.

Which reality TV star's former Beverly Park estate plays the Rose family mansion in the opening shot of Schitt's Creek's first season?

Lisa Vanderpump's old estate only supplies the facade; interiors were shot in a Toronto mansion, and the town scenes were filmed largely in Goodwood, Ontario.

Which member of the Rose family is known for their extensive world travels and adventurous past?

Alexis Rose is the family globetrotter; her tales of yachts, sultans and Thai prisons come up constantly, and her boho wardrobe was styled to reflect those travels.

At the season-four open mic night in Schitt's Creek, Patrick serenades David with an acoustic cover of which singer's signature hit?

Patrick covers Tina Turner's 'The Best'; Noah Reid's version topped the Canadian iTunes chart, and the Jazzagals reprise it at David and Patrick's wedding.

In Schitt's Creek, Alexis auditions for community theatre with 'A Little Bit Alexis', the theme from her own critically reviewed, limited what?

'A Little Bit Alexis' was the theme of Alexis's short-lived reality series of the same name; she performs it at the town's Cabaret audition in season five.

Which character did Moira Rose play on her daytime soap opera?

Moira's most famous role was Vivian Blake, a part she held for six and a half seasons.

Moira headlines which local event in season four?

Asbestos Fest is the town's fundraiser, where Moira and David perform their old duet known simply as 'The Number'.

David Rose briefly works at which nearby clothing store before opening his own shop?

David takes a job at the Blouse Barn in Elmdale in season two; when an Australian chain wants the name, he negotiates a buyout for owner Wendy.

In season five, Moira takes charge of the town production of which musical, handing Stevie the lead?

Moira directs the town's production of Cabaret, casting Stevie as Sally Bowles; Stevie triumphs on opening night despite a bout of stage fright.

What full name do the Schitts give their baby, honouring the woman who drove Jocelyn to hospital?

The baby is Roland Moira Schitt: the middle name thanks Moira, who got Jocelyn to the hospital while the husbands were busy with singles week.

Proceeds from Noah Reid's chart-topping single of "The Best" went to which Ontario charity?

Noah Reid donated proceeds from his 'The Best' single to LGBT Youth Line, an Ontario peer-support service; the recording topped the Canadian iTunes chart after the open-mic episode aired.

What causes the wealthy Rose family to lose everything at the start of the series?

The government seizes the mansion, leaving the family with nothing but the deed to a small town.

In the series finale, where do Johnny and Moira head after leaving town the day after the wedding?

David stays behind with Patrick while Alexis heads to New York on her own.

Ray Butani, who juggles a variety of side businesses, is the town's only what?

Ray Butani is the town's only real estate agent, alongside his travel agency, photography and other side hustles; he is played by Rizwan Manji.

Which US network, formerly known as TV Guide Network, aired the series in the United States?

Pop TV, the rebranded TV Guide Network, carried Schitt's Creek in the United States from its first season in 2015 through the 2020 finale.

Which actress played Alexis in the original unaired pilot before Annie Murphy took over the role?

Abby Elliott, Chris Elliott's daughter, played Alexis in the unaired presentation pilot; Annie Murphy took over, dyed her hair blonde and won a 2020 Emmy for the role.

Where was the season five episode "The Hike" filmed on location?

The proposal hike was shot at Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area in Milton, Ontario; Patrick hurts his foot on the way but presses on to the lookout where he proposes.

What did Johnny buy as a joke birthday present for David in 1991?

Johnny bought the town of Schitt's Creek as a gag birthday gift for David; once the government seized everything else, its deed was the family's only remaining asset.

The exterior of the Roses' motel was shot at the former Hockley Motel in which Ontario town?

The property was put up for sale by its owners in November 2020, months after the finale aired.

Alexis eventually finds work as a receptionist at whose veterinary clinic?

Alexis works the front desk at Ted Mullens's veterinary clinic; the two had been briefly engaged in season one, and they reunite in season four.

In the final season, Twyla reveals she secretly won how much in the lottery?

Twyla confides she quietly won $92 million in the lottery; she kept working at Café Tropical because it makes her happy, and Alexis declines the cheque Twyla offers her.

The finale was followed by a one-hour behind-the-scenes retrospective with which title?

'Best Wishes, Warmest Regards: A Schitt's Creek Farewell' aired immediately after the April 7, 2020 finale, 'Happy Ending', on CBC and Pop TV.

How many episodes did the series run to over its six seasons?

The final season alone earned a record 15 Emmy nominations for a comedy's last season.

Which two US cable networks passed on the series before it landed at CBC?

Dan Levy pitched the show to HBO and Showtime, which both passed, before Canada's CBC picked it up; Pop TV later carried it in the United States.

On what date did Schitt's Creek premiere on CBC Television?

Schitt's Creek premiered on CBC Television on January 13, 2015; Pop TV aired the US debut a month later, on February 11, 2015.

Which production house made Schitt's Creek with the CBC?

Not a Real Company Productions, the Levys' company, made the show with the CBC; ITV Studios Global Entertainment handled worldwide distribution.

Which streaming phenomenon is credited with the show's rise after its third season?

After the early seasons arrived on Netflix in 2017, the resulting 'Netflix bump' plus the cast's social media turned a modest CBC comedy into an international hit.

How many Primetime Emmy nominations did the final season of Schitt's Creek receive?

The sixth and final season drew 15 Primetime Emmy nominations, then a record for a comedy's final season; across its run the show earned 19 nominations in total.

With whom did Dan Levy share the Emmy for directing the finale?

Dan Levy and Andrew Cividino co-directed the finale, 'Happy Ending', and shared the directing Emmy; Levy also won for writing, producing and supporting actor that night.

Whose 2018 record for most Emmy wins by a comedy in one season did Schitt's Creek beat?

Schitt's Creek's nine wins at the 72nd Emmys, including a sweep of all seven major comedy awards, beat the eight The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel took for one season in 2018.

Which reality TV family did Dan Levy wonder about losing their money when he conceived the show?

Dan Levy was watching Keeping Up with the Kardashians and wondered how that family would cope without its money; his father Eugene came up with the series title.

Roughly how much did Kim Basinger pay for Braselton, Georgia, inspiring the town-purchase premise?

Kim Basinger paid about $20 million for most of Braselton in 1989, planning a studio and tourist draw; she sold it after her 1993 bankruptcy.

What did the Levys bring to the CBC to prove 'Schitt' was a real surname?

To keep the title, the Levys showed the CBC photocopied phone book pages listing real people surnamed Schitt; networks had wanted the name changed to avoid the vulgar word.

Which Pop TV executive, who had earlier hired Dan Levy at MTV Canada, brought the show to the US?

Pop TV president Brad Schwartz, who had hired Dan Levy as a host at MTV Canada, brought the show to the US; the Levys had feared creative interference from US broadcasters.

What reason did the future Moira actress initially give for turning down the role?

Catherine O'Hara first declined Moira out of what she called 'laziness'; she agreed to the presentation pilot with no obligation to continue, then stayed on.

Why was Eugene Levy initially unsure about casting Annie Murphy as Alexis?

Eugene Levy worried that Annie Murphy did not have blonde hair; Dan convinced him she could dye it, and she landed the part after a lean stretch in which her apartment had burned down.

For which other role was Annie Murphy called back to audition before being cast as Alexis?

Emily Hampshire won that part despite hiding under her shirt after her audition.

What did Emily Hampshire do after her Stevie audition, according to Dan Levy?

After reading for Stevie, Emily Hampshire hid under her shirt and rocked back and forth; Dan Levy found it 'charming' and cast her.

On whose suggestion did Dan Levy invite Noah Reid to audition for Patrick?

Dan Levy invited Noah Reid to read for Patrick on the recommendation of actress Stacey Farber, a mutual friend; Reid had never watched the show and was never chemistry-tested with Levy.

Which two cast members were given their roles without auditioning?

Chris Elliott was offered Roland outright and said 'Why would I say no?'; Sarah Levy, Eugene's daughter, was cast as Twyla without an audition.

Where were the interior scenes for the first two seasons filmed?

The first two seasons' interiors were shot at Pinewood Toronto Studios; from season three the production moved to Dufferin Gate Studios in Etobicoke.

Blouse Barn scenes were filmed on Main Street in which Markham community?

The Blouse Barn exterior was shot on Main Street in Unionville, the historic village inside Markham, Ontario, north-east of Toronto.

Who composed the Schitt's Creek soundtrack?

Canadian composer Maribeth Solomon wrote the score for Schitt's Creek; most on-screen music comes from the Jazzagals' a cappella numbers.

Which song does Moira sing unaccompanied to rescue Johnny's failing eulogy in 'Carl's Funeral'?

Moira rescues Johnny's floundering eulogy at Carl's funeral with an unaccompanied rendition of 'Danny Boy'.

Which Melissa Manchester song does Roland blast on repeat in 'The Motel Guest'?

Roland, staying in the motel room next to the Roses, plays Melissa Manchester's 'Don't Cry Out Loud' over and over, to Johnny and Moira's annoyance.

Which Cabaret number does Stevie sing as Sally Bowles in 'Life Is a Cabaret'?

Both it and 'Willkommen' were performed before a live audience during filming.

Which song does Patrick sing as part of his wedding vows to David?

Patrick sings 'Always Be My Baby' to David in place of traditional vows at their wedding in the finale, 'Happy Ending'.

Which James Morrison song do the Jazzagals sing at David and Patrick's wedding?

The Jazzagals sing an a cappella arrangement of James Morrison's 'Precious Love' at the wedding; they also reprise Tina Turner's 'The Best'.

Which two networks simulcast the US finale alongside Pop TV?

The April 2020 finale aired simultaneously on Pop TV, Logo TV and Comedy Central, which had just become sibling networks through the ViacomCBS merger.

Which streamer acquired exclusive US rights to Schitt's Creek in April 2022?

Hulu took over exclusive US streaming rights from Netflix; all six seasons moved to Hulu on October 3, 2022.

Which Lionsgate division acquired US syndication rights in 2018?

Debmar-Mercury, Lionsgate's syndication arm, picked up US off-network rights in 2018 and launched the show on Fox Television Stations in fall 2020.

Which organisation gave the show Dorian Awards for TV Comedy and Unsung TV Show of the Year in 2019?

The Dorian Awards are voted by GALECA, the Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics, a group of film and television journalists founded in 2009.

Before Schitt's Creek, which three live-action shows had seen all their principal actors win Emmys?

All in the Family, The Golden Girls and Will & Grace each saw every principal actor win an Emmy; Schitt's Creek joined them in 2020, the first to sweep all four comedy acting awards in one year.

What was the name of the cast's live promotional tour that began in Los Angeles in September 2018?

The 'Schitt's Creek: Up Close & Personal' tour, launched in Los Angeles in September 2018, featured cast Q&As, behind-the-scenes stories and an audience trivia game.

Which song did the cast perform for YouTube's 'Dear Class of 2020', with its singer appearing?

For YouTube's 'Dear Class of 2020' special the cast performed 'Hero', and the song's own singer made a surprise cameo during the number.

Which Toronto landmark was lit gold on September 21, 2020, to celebrate the show's Emmy sweep?

Toronto mayor John Tory announced the CN Tower would be lit gold on September 21, 2020, the night after Schitt's Creek swept the comedy Emmys.

What determines which wig Moira wears in a scene?

Moira's wig for a scene reflects her mood or state of mind, Catherine O'Hara has said; styles range from a platinum blonde bob to short red curls.

Moira's portrayer won a Golden Globe for the role in which year?

Catherine O'Hara won the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a TV Comedy as Moira in 2021, the show's final awards season, after taking the 2020 Emmy.

Which two designers heavily influence David Rose's style?

David's wardrobe draws heavily on Rick Owens and Ann Demeulemeester; Dan Levy even sourced a pair of Rick Owens lace-ups from his own closet.

David's wardrobe is rendered almost exclusively in which colours?

David dresses almost entirely in black, white and grey, a monochrome wardrobe of designer sweaters, skirts and sneakers.

Which singer, a fixture of David Rose's pop-culture references in Schitt's Creek, got there straight from Dan Levy's own life?

Mariah Carey is Dan Levy's own reference, not just David's: Levy has said some of David's pop-culture touchstones come directly from his personal life.

What kind of business does the Roses' daughter establish in later seasons?

Alexis founds her own public relations firm, Alexis Rose Communications, after first earning her high school diploma and taking courses at Elmdale College.

In what year did Eugene Levy receive his first Emmy nomination for playing Johnny?

Eugene Levy earned his first nomination for Johnny Rose in 2019, for Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, and won the award the following year.

Why do David's wedding plans change in the finale 'Happy Ending'?

A rainstorm washes out the planned outdoor ceremony in the finale, so David and Patrick's wedding moves indoors to the town hall.

Who officiates David and Patrick's wedding after the original officiant cancels?

Moira, David's mother, steps in to officiate the wedding at the town hall after the original officiant cancels, delivering a typically florid ceremony.

In the famous 'fold in the cheese' scene, what dish are Moira and David making?

In 'Family Dinner', Moira and David attempt Jocelyn's recipe for enchiladas; Moira's instruction to 'fold in the cheese' becomes one of the show's most quoted lines.

Which ex of David's, a photographer, shows up in season three?

Sebastien Raine, David's ex from his New York days, turns up in the season three episode named for him, wanting to photograph Moira.

Patrick's ex-fiancée, who turns up at the barbecue in season four, is named what?

Rachel, Patrick's ex-fiancée, surprises him at the Rose family barbecue in season four, revealing to David a past Patrick had kept quiet.

David explains his sexuality to Stevie with a metaphor about what?

In season one's 'Honeymoon', David tells Stevie he likes 'the wine and not the label', a line that made him one of TV's best-known pansexual characters.

What position does Moira run for and win in season two?

Moira runs for a town council seat in Schitt's Creek in season two and wins, going on to spar with Mayor Roland at council meetings.

What does Jocelyn Schitt do for a living?

Jocelyn Schitt is a high school teacher at Schitt's Creek High, where she later has Alexis as a student when Alexis returns to finish her diploma.

What are the names of Patrick's parents?

Patrick's parents, Marcy and Clint Brewer, visit in season five's 'Meet the Parents', unaware their son is gay until Patrick tells them at his birthday party.

Who dates both David and Stevie and later suggests a 'throuple'?

Jake, the easygoing woodworker played by Steve Lund, dates both David and Stevie; in season three's 'The Throuple' he proposes the three of them see each other together.

What business does Bob Currie run in town?

Bob Currie runs Bob's Garage, the town mechanic shop; he later pitches Johnny a bagel business in the episode 'Bob's Bagels'.

What character does Moira play in The Crows Have Eyes 3: The Crowening?

In The Crows Have Eyes 3: The Crowening, Moira plays Dr. Clara Mandrake, an ornithologist who transforms into a crow.

Which actress plays Jocelyn Schitt, the mayor's wife?

Jennifer Robertson plays Jocelyn Schitt, Roland's endlessly patient wife and leader of the Jazzagals, across all six seasons.

Which actress plays Ronnie Lee, the town councillor who needles Johnny?

Karen Robinson plays Ronnie Lee, the deadpan town councillor whose running feud with Johnny Rose is a fixture of the series.

In which episode do David and Patrick share their first kiss?

Patrick kisses David in his car after David's birthday dinner in 'Grad Night', the season three finale.

How many episodes were in the sixth and final season?

The sixth and final season ran 14 episodes, premiering on January 7, 2020 and concluding with 'Happy Ending' on April 7, 2020.

What does Mayor Roland Schitt wear on his head in nearly every scene?

Roland Schitt is rarely seen without his trucker cap, part of a mullet-and-denim look that Chris Elliott kept for all six seasons.