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Schitt's Creek

Schitt's Creek is a Canadian television sitcom about the wealthy Rose family, who lose their fortune and are forced to live in a motel in the small fictional town of Schitt's Creek.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Schitt's Creek is a Canadian television sitcom about the wealthy Rose family, who lose their fortune and are forced to live in a motel in the small fictional town of Schitt's Creek. The series follows their adjustment to a very different life and their relationships with the town's residents. It was created by Eugene Levy and Dan Levy and aired for six seasons from 2015 to 2020.

Premise

Schitt's Creek begins when the Rose family loses its wealth and is forced to move into a motel in a town they once bought as a joke. Much of the comedy comes from the family's adjustment to ordinary life and the evolving relationships around them.

Creation and broadcast

The series was created by Eugene Levy and Dan Levy and premiered on CBC Television in 2015. It completed its run in 2020 after six seasons.

Main characters

The core cast centres on Johnny Rose, Moira Rose, David Rose, and Alexis Rose. Recurring major characters include Stevie Budd, Roland Schitt, and Jocelyn Schitt.

Setting and filming

The story is set in a fictional town, but the series was filmed in Ontario, Canada. Sources identify multiple Ontario filming locations, including areas used for exterior shots and production work.

Key facts

  • The series follows the Rose family after their business manager embezzles their fortune.
  • The central family members are Johnny, Moira, David, and Alexis Rose.
  • The show was created by Eugene Levy and Dan Levy.
  • It ran for six seasons from 2015 to 2020.
  • The story is set in the fictional town of Schitt's Creek.
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Canadian context

Schitt's Creek is a Canadian sitcom produced for CBC Television and filmed in Ontario, making it a notable Canadian television export for Canadian readers.[1][4][8]

Frequently asked questions

What is Schitt's Creek about?
It is about the Rose family, who lose their fortune and must live in a motel in the fictional town of Schitt's Creek while adjusting to a much simpler life.
Who created Schitt's Creek?
Schitt's Creek was created by Eugene Levy and Dan Levy.
How many seasons of Schitt's Creek are there?
There are 6 seasons.
Where was Schitt's Creek filmed?
It was filmed in Ontario, Canada.
Is Schitt's Creek based on a true story?
No. It is a fictional sitcom, though one reported inspiration for the premise was a real-life story about Kim Basinger buying a town.
Who are the main characters in Schitt's Creek?
The main characters are Johnny Rose, Moira Rose, David Rose, and Alexis Rose.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schitt's_Creek
    Supports: Premise, main family, fictional setting, and production context.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/topic/Schitts-Creek
    Supports: Creators, six seasons, premise, and principal characters.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schitt's_Creek_season_1
    Supports: Premiere year and season count context.
  4. ABC News — https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-09-19/schitt%E2%80%99s-creek-emmy-awards-canadian-comedy/12673132
    Supports: Premise inspiration note from Kim Basinger story.