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Fortunate Son

Fortunate Son is about espionage, political activism and love, loyalty and healing.

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Cast & Crew See All

Kari Matchett
Ruby Howard
Darren Mann
Travis Hunter
Stephen Moyer
Vern Lang

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Fortunate Son

Ruby Howard, peace protester and mother goes to Blaine WA to pick up a would be draft dodger Travis, who causes some problems while crossing the border into Canada. At a peace rally Ruby's son Ralph (also a protester) sets an effigy on fire resulting in some police intervention and then the arrest of Ruby and others.

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Awards

  • 2020 - Rosie - Best Make-Up & Hair Artists - nominated
  • 2020 - Outstanding Directorial Achievement - Dramatic Series - nominated
  • 2020 - Leo - Best Lead Performance by a Male in a Dramatic Series - winner
  • 2020 - Leo - Best Supporting Performance by a Female in a Dramatic Series - nominated

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