Canadian films are landing at the box office, and the question nobody expected to be asking is whether this country is ready to actually celebrate the people who made them.

The Knight Who Should Be Luther
King Charles tapped Idris Elba on the shoulders with a ceremonial sword this week, making him Sir Idris — recognized for his work as an actor, activist, and musician. Richard Crouse argues the knighthood is deserved, the Bond conversation is done, and the real move is more Luther films. He also has photographic evidence of his wife discovering Elba was standing directly behind her at the Toronto International Film Festival.

The Youngest Director to Hit Number One
While Scary Movie Six markets itself as a movie that cancels cancel culture, two low-budget horror films rewrote the box office rulebook. Backrooms and Obsession together prove that Gen Z will seek out strange, cheap, original films — the kind Hollywood stopped making a decade ago. Richard Crouse maps what that shift actually means.

Topics: Idris Elba knighthood, Luther franchise, Scary Movie Six, Backrooms horror, Canadian film

GUEST: Richard Crouse |http://richardcrouse.ca

Originally aired on 2026-06-04

Canadian films are landing at the box office, and the question nobody expected to be asking is whether this country is ready to actually celebrate the people who made them.
The Knight Who Should Be Luther King Charles tapped Idris Elba on the shoulders with a ceremonial sword this week, making him Sir Idris &mdash; recognized for his work as an actor, activist, and musician. Richard Crouse argues the knighthood is deserved, the Bond conversation is done, and the real move is more Luther films. He also has photographic evidence of his wife discovering Elba was standing directly behind her at the Toronto International Film Festival.
The Youngest Director to Hit Number One While Scary Movie Six markets itself as a movie that cancels cancel culture, two low-budget horror films rewrote the box office rulebook. Backrooms and Obsession together prove that Gen Z will seek out strange, cheap, original films &mdash; the kind Hollywood stopped making a decade ago. Richard Crouse maps what that shift actually means.
Topics: Idris Elba knighthood, Luther franchise, Scary Movie Six, Backrooms horror, Canadian film
GUEST: Richard Crouse |<a href="http://richardcrouse.ca"> http://richardcrouse.ca</a>
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-06-04

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Shane Hewitt &amp; The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world&mdash;always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge.
From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
If you crave meaningful dialogue, smart perspectives, and late-night radio energy in podcast form, subscribe now and join The Nightshift.

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.