The BEST episodes of Son of a Critch
Every episode of Son of a Critch ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Son of a Critch!
The hilarious and very real story of 11-year-old Mark coming of age in St. John’s, Newfoundland in the 80s. It’s a heartfelt window into the life of a child — much older inside than his 11 years — using comedy and self-deprecation to win friends and connect with the small collection of people in his limited world.
#2 - Cabaret
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/26/2024
When Mark finally gets the chance to take the stage as a stand-up comedian, he realizes he doesn't have his own distinct voice. Mark draws inspiration from those who matter the most to him.
#3 - Airing Out
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/19/2024
The Critches are doing their annual airing out the house ritual, but when some family secrets are uncovered, it turns out they've got some dirty laundry that needs to be aired too.
#5 - My Funny Valentine
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/13/2024
Mark is elated to find he has not one, but two valentines. Juggling two girls turns out to be harder than he expected, and so instead of two plus-ones, Mark ends up with none.
#7 - Reach for the Top
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/16/2024
Mark and his friends compete on "Reach for the Top," but when the game starts and they face Mark's crush, Cara, Mark's heart sets his brain to stun.
#8 - You're Full of It
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/23/2024
Mark faces bathroom woes. Fox finds herself parenting her brothers. Poppy Bell visits and family tensions rise.
#9 - How to Succeed in Business
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/12/2024
When Mark starts a business venture as a school project, he quickly realizes that running a profitable company is more than having a good haircut, talking loudly, and exploiting underlings.
#10 - Go into the Light
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/20/2024
Mark has a near-death experience and he's left questioning life, death, and the afterlife. Is there a god? Has he chosen the right one? And most importantly, does this change how Fox feels about him.
#12 - Cucumber Slumber
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/25/2022
When Ritchie invites himself to a sleepover, Mark scrambles to hide his family’s “eccentric” behaviour. Meanwhile, Mike Sr. takes a staunch pro-cucumber stance when a grocer buys ad time on VOCM.
#14 - That Was Me in Grade Nine
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/9/2024
Mark is eager to begin his final year of elementary school. Finally, he'll be at the top of the social food chain. But when Mark discovers that he needs glasses, his cool guy dreams come tumbling down.
#19 - The Ghosts of Christmas Presents
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/5/2024
Mark discovers "Santa" has come early when he finds his brand-new gaming system hidden in the house. Mark can't help himself and starts playing with his gift, but he's has to keep it under wraps.
#20 - Cello, I Must Be Going
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/18/2022
When Mark’s cello is taken by a gang of bullies, Fox begrudgingly comes to his rescue. Meanwhile, Pop and Sister Rose take a stroll down memory lane when it’s revealed they used to be an item.
#23 - Lordy, Lordy, Look Who’s Dead
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/11/2022
A chance encounter at a funeral parlour leads to Mark’s first date. Meanwhile, Mary tries to convince Dick to sell her an old station truck.