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SurrealEstate

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This article is about the 2021 TV series. For the 1976 film, see Surreal Estate.

SurrealEstate
GenreParanormal drama
Created byGeorge R. Olson
Starring
Country of originCanada
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons2
No. of episodes20
Production
Production locationsSt. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Running time43 minutes
Production companies
Original release
Network
ReleaseJuly 16, 2021 (2021-07-16) –
present (present)

SurrealEstate is a Canadian paranormal drama television series that premiered on July 16, 2021, on CTV Sci-Fi Channel in Canada and Syfy in the United States. In February 2024, the series was renewed for a third season.

Premise

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Real estate agent Luke Roman and an elite team of specialists handle the cases that no one else can: haunted and possessed houses that literally scare would-be buyers away.

Cast

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Main

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  • Tim Rozon as Luke Roman, the head of a real estate agency which deals with haunted houses.
  • Sarah Levy as Susan Ireland, a new agent of the Roman Agency. She's a people person, acting as the agency's public relations. It's later revealed in Season 1 that she has telekinetic and pyrokinetic powers.
  • Adam Korson as Phil Orley, a paranormal researcher and former Catholic priest.
  • Maurice Dean Wint as August Ripley, a technology specialist who does the designs and the construction. He also studies how architecture connects with supernatural energy.
  • Savannah Basley as Zooey L'Enfant, the front desk manager.
  • Tennille Read as Megan Donovan (seasons 1–2), the victim of a haunted house tied to Roman.[1]
  • Elena Juatco as Clytemnestra Lomax (season 2), a former mortician who joins the Roman Agency as an agent.

Recurring

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  • Jennifer Dale as Victoria Roman (season 1; guest season 2),[2] Luke's estranged mother.
  • Art Hindle as Carl Roman (season 1; guest season 2), Luke's deceased father.
  • Alison Brooks as Rita Weiss, the head of a competing real estate agency who has a rivalry with Luke.
  • Paul Ewan Wilson as Anthony Tamblyn, Phil's husband.
  • Joy Tanner as Rochelle Decker (season 2), a scientist and August's former colleague/old flame.

Guest

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  • Melanie Scrofano as Harper North (season 1), Scrofano previously starred alongside Rozon in Wynonna Earp and directs four episodes of SurrealEstate.
  • Varun Saranga as Zayan Wali (season 2), Saranaga also starred alongside Rozon in Wynonna Earp.[3]

Episodes

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Series overview

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SeasonEpisodesOriginally airedAverage viewership
First airedLast aired
110July 16, 2021 (2021-07-16)September 17, 2021 (2021-09-17)314,000
210October 4, 2023 (2023-10-04)December 6, 2023 (2023-12-06)180,000

Season 1 (2021)

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No.
overall		No. in
season		Title [4]Directed byWritten byOriginal air date [4]USA viewers
11"Pilot"Paul FoxGeorge R. OlsonJuly 16, 2021 (2021-07-16)497,000[5]
The Roman Agency welcomes a new agent, as well as a new client with a connection to Luke's past.
22"The Harvey"Paul FoxGeorge R. OlsonJuly 23, 2021 (2021-07-23)[nb 1]330,000[6]
A little boy's "imaginary friend" interferes with his parents' plans to sell their house and move.
33"For Sale by Owner"Danishka EsterhazyRamona BarckertJuly 30, 2021 (2021-07-30)245,000[7]
A lovely lake cabin may be haunted or the owner may be faking; a horror novelist seeks inspiration.
44"A House Is Not a Home"Danishka EsterhazyDuana TahaAugust 6, 2021 (2021-08-06)322,000[8]
The Roman Agency takes on a haunted master-planned subdivision and a troubled house by the sea.
55"Ft. Ghost Child"Melanie ScrofanoGillian MüllerAugust 13, 2021 (2021-08-13)255,000[9]
When a rap star rents a client's recording studio, a tragic secret is revealed in the playback.
66"Roman's Six"Melanie ScrofanoDuana TahaAugust 20, 2021 (2021-08-20)341,000[10]
The Roman Agency steps in when the visitors to a competitor's Open House are murdered one by one.
77"Quarantine"Danishka EsterhazyGeorge R. OlsonAugust 27, 2021 (2021-08-27)279,000[11]
The team locks down in the office to isolate and destroy a murderous demon that followed them home.
88"Baba O'Riley"Danishka EsterhazyRamona BarckertSeptember 3, 2021 (2021-09-03)251,000[12]
As Luke considers quitting paranormal clients, he encounters a house that changes his perspective.
99"White Wedding"Paolo BarzmanGillian MüllerSeptember 10, 2021 (2021-09-10)277,000[13]
Susan works to keep a dream wedding from becoming a nightmare, and the Donovan House strikes back.
1010"The House Always Wins"Paolo BarzmanGeorge R. OlsonSeptember 17, 2021 (2021-09-17)350,000[14]
The Donovan House confronts Luke and the team with their deepest losses and greatest regrets.

Season 2 (2023)

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No.
overall		No. in
season		Title [4]Directed byWritten byOriginal air date [4]USA viewers [15]
111"Trust the Process"Danishka EsterhazyGeorge R. OlsonOctober 4, 2023 (2023-10-04)136,000
Luke struggles to handle an engaged property; Susan falls in love with a home with a special power.
122"Truth in Advertising"Danishka EsterhazyThomas PepperOctober 11, 2023 (2023-10-11)163,000
Luke deals with a film crew at a client's property, while Susan investigates a strange seaside B&B.
133"The Butler Didn't"Danishka EsterhazyDuana TahaOctober 18, 2023 (2023-10-18)161,000
When a client is held hostage by a ghost, The Roman Agency must hurry to save him.
144"I Put a Spell on You"Danishka EsterhazyGillian MüllerOctober 25, 2023 (2023-10-25)129,000
Luke spars with a homeowner during negotiations as Zooey takes on her first sales call.
155"Art & Science"John VatcherThomas PepperNovember 1, 2023 (2023-11-01)141,000
Luke must improvise when a client's home traps her inside; August pays a visit to his past.
166"Set Your Flag on Fire"John VatcherDuana TahaNovember 8, 2023 (2023-11-08)239,000
A neighborly conflict draws the agency into a feud; Phil's sister arrives to settle the family will.
177"God & Monsters"John VatcherGeorge R. OlsonNovember 15, 2023 (2023-11-15)229,000
Luke helps a client confront the monster under his childhood bed; a new agent joins the Agency.
188"Let Sleeping Dogs Lie"John VatcherDuana TahaNovember 22, 2023 (2023-11-22)211,000
Luke reconnects with his estranged mother, Zooey investigates Susan's disappearance.
199"Dearly Departed"Melanie ScrofanoGillian MüllerNovember 29, 2023 (2023-11-29)196,000
The Agency must guide a ghost into the light; Susan is found.
2010"Letting Go"Melanie ScrofanoGeorge R. OlsonDecember 6, 2023 (2023-12-06)195,000
A changed Susan returns to the Agency; Luke must use his regained powers to save the team.

Notes

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  1. ^ This episode was first released on Video on Demand on July 16, 2021.

Production

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The series, produced by Blue Ice Pictures[2] was first announced in 2020, originally under the working title The Surrealtor, and was shot in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.[16] Tim Rozon was cast in the lead role of Luke Roman;[17] he previously starred in Wynonna Earp for four seasons (2016–2021), with Melanie Scrofano in the title role, and she joined his new production as a director for two episodes (and one guest appearance) in the first season.[2] Rozon also appeared in the main cast of Schitt's Creek, alongside Sarah Levy; Levy stars with Rozon in the main cast of SurrealEstate, in the role of Susan Ireland.[16]

The series premiered on July 16, 2021, on CTV Sci-Fi Channel.[2]

In October 2021, series creator George Olsen announced that Syfy would not be picking up the series for a second season, adding that he would attempt to find a new home for the series.[18] In May 2022, it was announced Syfy had reversed its cancellation.[19] The second season moved to the fall, premiering on October 4, 2023.[20][4]

In February 2024, it was announced that Syfy renewed the show for a third season.[21]

Broadcast

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In the United States, the first season of SurrealEstate was broadcast on Syfy.[17]

In March 2022, it was announced that Leonine Studios had sold the rights to the series to more than 160 territories.[22]

References

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  1. ^ Bennett, Tara (4 October 2023). "Unpacking the "Hardcore" Haunted Houses & Heartbreak in SurrealEstate Season 2". Syfy Wire. Archived from the original on 7 October 2023. Retrieved 7 October 2023. We've set up some things and we certainly hope to see Megan in Season 3.
  2. ^ a b c d David, Greg (16 June 2021). "SurrealEstate haunts CTV Sci-Fi Channel, July 16". tv-eh.com. Archived from the original on 15 April 2023. Retrieved 16 June 2021.
  3. ^ ""SurrealEstate" Exclusive: New Cast Member Elena Juatco Talks Overwhelming Fan Response & Previews Season's Penultimate Episode". 29 November 2023.
  4. ^ a b c d e "SurrealEstate - Episode Guide" - Zap2It
  5. ^ Berman, Marc (17 July 2021). "Friday Ratings: ABC and Fox Lead to Diluted Troops; Modest Secret Celebrity Showdown on ABC". Programming Insider. Retrieved 17 August 2021.
  6. ^ Berman, Marc (24 July 2021). "Friday Ratings: Alarmingly Lackluster Ratings for the Opening Ceremony for The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020". Programming Insider. Retrieved 17 August 2021.
  7. ^ UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY’s Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 7.30.2021 - Showbuzz Daily
  8. ^ UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY’s Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 8.6.2021 - Showbuzz Daily
  9. ^ UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY’s Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 8.13.2021 - Showbuzz Daily
  10. ^ UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY’s Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 8.20.2021 - Showbuzz Daily
  11. ^ UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY’s Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 8.27.2021 - Showbuzz Daily
  12. ^ UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY’s Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 9.3.2021 - Showbuzz Daily
  13. ^ UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY’s Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 9.10.2021 - Showbuzz Daily
  14. ^ UPDATED: SHOWBUZZDAILY’s Top 150 Friday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 9.17.2021 - Showbuzz Daily
  15. ^ SurrealEstate: Season Two Ratings - canceled + renewed TV shows, ratings - TV Series Finale
  16. ^ a b Petski, Denise (26 August 2020). "'The Surrealtor': 'Schitt's Creek' Alums Tim Rozon & Sarah Levy Among Six Cast In Syfy Drama Series". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on 14 April 2023.
  17. ^ a b Chancellor Agard, "Wynonna Earp alum Tim Rozon sells haunted homes in SurrealEstate trailer". Entertainment Weekly, May 20, 2021
  18. ^ Townsend, Kelly (19 October 2021). "Syfy cancels SurrealEstate after one season". Playback. Brunico Communications. Retrieved 15 November 2021.
  19. ^ Swift, Andy (10 May 2022). "Syfy Un-Cancels SurrealEstate, Plans October Bow for Scary Bring It On". TVLine. Retrieved 10 May 2022.
  20. ^ Jackson, Matthew (10 July 2023). "SYFY's SurrelEstate Announces Move to Fall for Season 2". Syfy Wire. Retrieved 16 August 2023.
  21. ^ Goldberg, Leslie (14 February 2024). "'SurrealEstate' Renewed as Syfy Sets Scripted Returns". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 15 February 2024.
  22. ^ "LEONINE Studios: Surrealestate sold to more than 160 territories". Prensario Internacional. 31 March 2022. Retrieved 12 May 2022.
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