Fortunate Son
Season 1
Created by: Andrew Wreggitt
Network: CBC Television
Season aired: 2020-01-08
Overview
Spy drama set in the social and political chaos of 1968, inspired by a true story. Pursued into Canada by the FBI, the matriarch of an American activist family helps smuggle Vietnam war deserters and draft dodgers across the border. What she doesn't know is that one of the deserters is an agent of the CIA sent to spy on her.
Episodes · 8
Fortunate Son
The lives of the Howard family are changed forever when Ruby helps a drug-addicted Vietnam war deserter escape to Canada. Travis Hunter has a troubled past and his presence reignites tensions.
Chimes of Freedom
The committee works to free the jailed peace protesters as Ralph and his new girlfriend, Destiny, take matters into their own hands.
All Along the Watch Tower
Travis helps a newly arrived deserter while Ruby tries to comfort a distraught Ralph.
Eve of Destruction
Ruby throws herself into the California primary campaign for Robert Kennedy; Travis is invited back to the Howard house.
For What Its Worth
A brokenhearted Ruby makes a phone call she will regret; Travis is forced to choose which side he's on.
White Rabbit
Ruby Tuesday
