Tricon Unveils Varied Lineup for MIPTV 2015

TORONTO: This month in Cannes, Tricon Films & Television is offering up a range of programming, including new scripted comedies, documentaries, factual shows and lifestyle series.

The company's scripted slate comprises Real Rob, an exaggerated depiction of the life of actor Rob Schneider; the third season of Maron, centered on a troubled comedian who is turning his life around; and Tainted Dreams, a new dramedly about the cast and crew of a fictional soap opera. There is also Erik Rivera: I'm No Expert, which sees the titular funny man tackle relationships, fatherhood and his wacky extended family, and Gina Brillon: Pacifically Speaking, a stand-up comedy special from Brillon, presented by Gabriel Iglesias.

On the documentary front, Tricon is promoting Rock Icons, focused on rock 'n' roll legends, and 20 Moves, which explores how the Rubik's Cube came to be and its impact on the world.

Among the company's factual and lifestyle highlights are Extraordinary Medicine, which looks at real-life medical scenarios; Off the Map with Shannen & Holly, following stars and friends Shannen Doherty and Holly Marie Combs as they travel through Southeastern U.S.; Custom Built, in which designer/builder Paul Lafrance completes home-renovation projects; and The Expandables, a construction show that challenges a crew to build new spaces without adding one extra square foot.