Forty kilometres from nowhere and way beyond normal is Corner Gas, an ensemble comedy series about a bunch of nobodies who get up to a whole lot of nothing in the fictional prairie town of Dog River, Saskatchewan. Starring Saskatchewan native and Gemini nominee Brent Butt, Corner Gas is a roadside service station that also shares its name with CTV’s first original narrative comedy series.Corner Gas focuses on the life (or lack thereof) of Brent LeRoy, proprietor of a gas station that is the only stop for miles around and a hub of action on the Prairies. As LeRoy, Canadian Comedy Award winner and series creator Brent Butt returns to his native province to portray the life he would have led had he gotten a real job: pumping gas in a small prairie town.Set in the Saskatchewan town of Dog River, Corner Gas follows the lives of the town's residents: Brent, the owner of the titular establishment, his parents Oscar and Emma, his assistant Wanda, his friend Hank, restaurant owner Lacey, and local police officers Davis and Karen.Known for its sly sense of humour, sharp writing, and especially notable for being authentic (actor/writer Brent Butt grew up in small-town Saskatchewan), Corner Gas was eventually brought to a close after its sixth season to allow the show to go out at the top of its game (a move which the cast and crew supported).Another notable aspect about the series is its wide range of cameos: from two Canadian prime ministers, two premiers of Saskatchewan and one mayor of Regina to Stanley Cup. It seems like Dog River is the most popular place in the country.
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Brent is surprised to meet a member of the Leroy clan that he didn't even know existed. Wanda finds that she needs some help from an unexpected source in order to prove her abilities in math. Lacey makes some additions to the menu at The Ruby, much to Davis's delight.
The episode was rated 7.78 from 37 votes.
Hank starts up a new business, and gets some unwanted help from Oscar, but it's Karen's help that really make things take off. Brent tries something new, but finds only embarrassment. Lacey and Davis play the real estate market, until Davis decides that play time is over.
The episode was rated 7.81 from 37 votes.
Brent gets tired of hearing Oscar using the same name for everyone, and decides to use what he thinks is a fool-proof way to put a stop to it. Lacey finds out some not-so-nice things about her future when she visits a psychic. Davis finds that it is possible to scare yourself silly, while Wanda and Emma have some difficulties organizing a party.
The episode was rated 7.84 from 37 votes.
Oscar's complaints about the lack of Dog River-oriented cable programming bring results, and Brent is chosen to select one show created and filmed in town. Brent takes advantage of the bribes he's getting while thinking about the shows. Wanda, Lacey and Emma can't agree on what type of show they want, while Hank finds himself the unsuspecting suspect in Davis and Karen's police show.
The episode was rated 7.85 from 40 votes.
Hank and Davis run afoul of Emma in her new job promoting a call center. Wanda finds a morbid new hobby, and when Oscar finds out about it, he joins her. Karen and Brent become suspicious of a mysterious box in Lacey's house.
The episode was rated 7.86 from 37 votes.
In the final 30 minutes before Brent turns 40, Wanda tries to pull off a fireworks display for the occasion that goes terribly wrong. Lacey and Emma disagree over just who should be baking Brent's birthday cake, and Brent is dismayed to discover that his special bottle of scotch has gone missing.
The episode was rated 7.89 from 35 votes.
Karen and Davis discover the secret of Emma's cleaning habits, and use it to their advantage. Hank discovers the underside of life. Brent donates some money to Dog River to create a legacy, which causes Oscar to start a legacy of his own.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 31 votes.
Hank tries to freak out the people of Dog River but the result of his prank is a crop circle he didn’t create. Davis is intrigued by this possible visit by aliens but only Karen knows the whole story. The Leroy home gets a paint job driving Oscar out of the house and causing Emma to question her sanity. An accidental wardrobe change by Brent piques Lacey’s interest. And Wanda takes it upon herself to play matchmaker for Lacey.
The episode was rated 7.92 from 36 votes.
When Lacey starts up an 'Employee of the Month' program at The Ruby, Wanda tries to get Brent to do the same, but finds that she has some hurdles to jump before she gets the appreciation she feels she deserves. Hank's new hobby is knitting, much to Emma's dismay. Oscar also has a new hobby: writing for The Howler, and Karen and Davis have to keep him out of trouble.
The episode was rated 7.97 from 37 votes.
Dog River has a sister-town in Japan, and Emma and Karen have to find an appropriate present to send after receiving and losing a gift from them. Lacey wants to make Corner Gas and The Ruby 'green' and drags a reluctant Brent into her plans. Wanda fills in as bartender at the Hotel, and starts doling out advice that no one wants.
The episode was rated 7.98 from 41 votes.
Lacey thinks golfing with Brent and Hank will be all fun and games until a warning by Brent creates a competitive triangle. Oscar and Emma’s new bed causes Emma to question her dreams. Meanwhile Oscar is just happy with position nine. Karen is appalled when Davis accepts a free meal from Wanda in exchange for services un-rendered.
The episode was rated 8.05 from 38 votes.
Wanda’s happy when her latest crush gives her his number. But her love life soon hinges on whether Hank washes his truck or not. Meanwhile, Brent starts to question his sense of smell in the presence of Oscar and Emma, and Lacey gives the Ruby an artistic touch-up courtesy of Karen, whose drawings seem to appeal to everyone but Davis.
The episode was rated 8.08 from 38 votes.
Karen and Davis resort to bribery to find out what they're getting for Christmas. Lacey begins to doubt Wanda's friendship. Hank decides to practice Daylight Savings Time in Saskatchewan, even though the rest of the province doesn't.
The episode was rated 8.12 from 34 votes.
Oscar becomes a school bus driver, and sets so many rules that the kids aren't the only ones having trouble keeping them straight. Hank talks Lacey into letting him advertise The Ruby; Wanda gets hooked on a new energy drink.
The episode was rated 8.13 from 38 votes.
Oscar is on a mission to get rid of an errant mouse that has found its way into Corner Gas, but Davis has a soft spot for the little rodent. Wanda hurts her back, and both Emma and Karen try to help her, but aren't very successful. Lacey spoils things for Brent and Hank when they come up with a new game.
The episode was rated 8.18 from 40 votes.
