REMINDER: Our jury consisted of twelve journalists and columnists: Cédric Bélanger, Alexandre Caputo, Maxime Demers, Sophie Durocher, Guy Fournier, Raphaël Gendron-Martin, Bruno Lapointe, Sarah-Émilie Nault, Mélissa Pelletier, Emmanuelle Plante, Guillaume Picard and Danny Vear .
60. Ad Lib
Broadcast: from 1986 to 1995 on TVA
Jean-Pierre Coallier hosted the Ad Lib program on TVA from 1985 to 1995. Archive photo provided by TVA
His laugh, the way he leans on his interviewer's desk, his huge glasses and his pink flamingos: Jean-Pierre Coallier has managed to manage his talk show for a decade. (SEN)
59. Legacy
Broadcast: from September 30, 1987 to March 27, 1990 on SRC
Nathalie Gascon and Gilles Pelletier in the VLB soap opera. Archive photo
“Osti toasted on both sides!” raged Junior, the cowboy and rebellious son of the Galarneau family (Yves Desgagnés). For good reason, because how can we forget the tough topics being tackled for the first time on Quebec television, such as incest? (SEN)
58. The Plouffe family
Broadcast: From November 4, 1953 to June 17, 1959 on SRC
At the Plouffe family table: Roland Bédard, Thérèse Cadorette, Émile Genest, Paul Guèvremont, Doris Lussier, Jean-Louis Roux, Pierre Valcourt and Amanda Alarie. Photo provided by Radio-Canada
It was a radio show before becoming the first successful soap opera on Quebec television. This story, adapted from the novel by Roger Lemelin, tells the everyday life of a working-class family after the Second World War. (SEN)
57. White
Broadcast: September 23 to December 2, 1993 on SRC
Archive photo by Pascale Bussières
We all fell under the spell of Pascale Bussières, who played Blanche, the daughter who became the nurse of Ovila and Émilie, the heroes of the series Les Filles de Caleb. (SEN)
56. The heart has its reasons
Aired: February 2005 to December 3, 2007 on TVA
The hilarious duo consisting of Marc Labrèche and Anne Dorval. Archive photo
Stereotypical characters, grotesque costumes and accessories, stories inspired by American soaps, actors who like to exaggerate: this parody comedy series starring Marc Labrèche and Anne Dorval remains anchored in our collective imagination. (SEN)
55. Hot pepper
Airdate: September 7, 1993 to May 18, 2001 and recast 2016–2017 on TVA
Normand Brathwaite, host of Pimento Fortress. Photo provided by TVA
We will remember more the first version of the game show, hosted by Normand Brathwaite and recorded in front of an audience at Café Campus, whose guests did not shy away from making questionable jokes. (RGM)
54. Like me
Broadcast: December 27, 2015 to February 14, 2020 on TQ
Adib Alkhalidey, Guillaume Lambert and Jay Du Temple in the sketch “I Choose Jonathan”. Photo provided by Télé-Québec
The author Marc Brunet created this crazy sketch show, in which several little-known young actors and comedians took part, including Florence Longpré, Guillaume Lambert, Adib Akhalidey and Katherine Levac. (RGM)
53. Saturday full of laughter
Aired: November 2, 1985 to April 22, 1989 on SRC
Pauline Martin, Norman Brathwaite, Yvon Deschamps, Michèle Deslauriers and Normand Chouinard at the time of the show “Saturday of Laughs”. Archive photo
Hosted by Yvon Deschamps, this Saturday Night Live-inspired comedy sketch show featured Normand Chouinard, Pauline Martin, Normand Brathwaite and Michèle Deslauriers. (RGM)
52. Banana peel
Airdate: September 7, 1982 to April 27, 1987 on TVA
Louise Deschâtelets, Yves Corbeil, Marie-Soleil Tougas and Sébastien Tougas. Archive photo
Created by Guy Fournier, this show is about a non-conformist couple played by Louise Deschâtelets and Yves Corbeil. The public also witnessed the debut of the young Marie-Soleil Tougas. (RGM)
51. Call me Lisa
Broadcast: September 18, 1972 to 1975 on SRC
Jean Lapointe, Lise Payette and Jacques Fauteux. Photo provided by Radio-Canada
Shortly before her career in politics, Lise Payette hosted this talk show with Jacques Fauteux. The show even presented the gala for the most handsome man in Canada. (RGM)
50. Fanfreluche
Broadcast: 1968 to 1971 on Radio-Canada
Kim Yaroshevskaya as Fanfreluche. Archive photo
The wonderful Kim Yaroshevskaya wears the costume of Fanfreluche, a doll that tells stories to children thanks to her huge book in which the characters come to life. The show was repeated for a long time. (EP)
49. I
Broadcast: on TVA since 1993
Félix Séguin is now at the helm of “JE” archive photo
Gaétan Girouard and Jocelyne Cazin were the first hosts of the investigative journalism show. Félix Séguin is currently at the top. Dishonest environments are scrutinized based on recommendations from the public. (EP)
48. Discovery
Broadcast: Since 1988 on Radio-Canada
Charles Tisseyre Photo provided by Radio-Canada
Hosted by Charles Tisseyre, the popular science program features important reports on health, science, natural phenomena and technology. (EP)
47. The Invincibles
Broadcast: 2005 to 2009 on Radio-Canada
François Létourneau, Pierre-François Legendre, Rémi-Pierre Paquin and Patrice Robitaille. Archive photo
PA, Steve, Rémi and Carlos are approaching thirty but are still a bit like teenagers. The proof: a pact that forces her to separate from her friends at the same time in order to be able to enjoy her youth to the fullest. (EP)
46. Cafe Camera
Distribution: 2002 to 2012, then in 2021 on TVA
Pierre Brassard and Martin Matte in the “Caméra Café” archive photo
In the adaptation of a French situation comedy, we follow everyday life in an office in which colorful characters develop, from the perspective of the coffee machine where the only camera is located. (EP)
45. Ladies of the heart
Broadcast: December 1986 to March 1989 on Radio-Canada
Gilbert Sicotte and Dorothée Berryman. Archive photo
A quartet of women in their forties searching for emancipation revolved around one of the most striking characters on television at the time: the unfaithful Jean-Paul Belleau, played by Gilbert Sicotte. (CB)
44. Budding geniuses
Broadcast: October 1972 to 1997 on Radio-Canada
“Budding Geniuses”, early 1980s. Archive photo
Thousands of students competed in this show, which tested their general knowledge in hotly contested duels and inspired one of the most famous parodies of Rock et Belles Oreilles. (CB)
43. Annie and her men
Aired: October 2002 to April 2009 on TVA
Guylaine Tremblay and Denis Bouchard. Archive photo
This popular soap opera starring Guylaine Tremblay had the courage to explore themes rarely explored on screen, particularly by portraying a romantic relationship between two mentally disabled people. (CB)
42. Can you hear me?
Broadcast: December 2018 to May 2021 on Télé Québec
Mélissa Bédard (Fabiola), Florence Longpré (Ada) and Ève Landry (Carolane) in the final episode of Do You Hear Me? Broadcast on May 11, 2021 on Télé-Québec. Photo from the archives of Laurence Grandbois Bernard, provided by Télé-Québec
A trio of friends from disadvantaged backgrounds, consisting of Florence Longpré, Mélissa Bédard and Ève Landry, touched the hearts of Quebecers throughout the three seasons of this dramatic comedy. (CB)
41. Hockey night
Broadcast: October 1952 to June 2002 on Radio-Canada
In the photo: Lionel Duval, René Lecavalier, Richard Garneau and Gilles Tremblay in Montreal. Archive photo
From Maurice Richard to Guy Lafleur, generations of fans have been glued to the television on Saturday nights to watch the exploits of their favorites, long described by the great René Lecavalier.