Hulu’s Shoresy Is a Perfect Ted Lasso Replacement

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If you loved Ted Lasso and are looking for another funny, feel-good show about sports, check out Shoresy, a Canadian series now streaming on Hulu. It’s a spin-off that captures the same heartwarming characters and comedic style that made Ted Lasso so popular.

The show initially appears to be in the same vein as the original – full of crude and outrageous comedy – but it actually offers much more depth. It’s a great option for anyone who enjoyed Ted Lasso, and it could very well be the strongest spin-off created within the growing Letterkenny universe.

Shorsey Follows a Hockey Veteran Looking to Save a Struggling Team

The first part of Shoresy focuses on a losing streak. After the Sudbury Bulldogs lose 20 games in a row and end up last in their four-team league (the Northern Ontario Senior Hockey Organization), Shoresy – a popular character from Letterkenny – makes a bet with the team’s general manager, Nat, to try and turn things around.

The bet was simple: if Shoresy became team leader, they wouldn’t lose any games. This led to Shoresy focusing on building a team that didn’t just win, but truly despised losing – a mindset he believed was essential for consistent success.

While the show shares a similar sense of humor with the original, it has a distinct style of its own. Instead of being set in a small town like Letterkenny, this series takes place in the larger city of Sudbury, Ontario. Though it’s a spin-off, it doesn’t try to simply replicate what came before; it intentionally sets itself apart with its unique tone and storytelling, aiming to be recognized for its own qualities.

Letterkenny and Shoresy Share Some Connections

Besides the huge success of Schitt’s Creek starring Dan and Eugene Levy, Jared Keeso created one of Canada’s funniest shows. Keeso didn’t just write and co-create most of the episodes; he also played the lead character, Wayne. And many dedicated fans know he was involved in much more than just acting.

When the actor appeared on Letterkenny, his face was always hidden, and the character was defined solely by Keeso’s voice. Now, with his own series, the actor can finally show the character’s face, without the challenge of playing two characters at once in the same scene.

Shoresy started as a pretty simple, funny character, but his own show has revealed he’s actually much more complex than he first seemed. Over four seasons, we’ve seen a lot more depth to him than anyone expected.

He’s not the only one returning – Max Bouffard, Terry Ryan, and Kim Cloutier will be back as JJ, Frankie, Ted, and Anik. Fans of Letterkenny might notice that Shoresy has a slightly different style of humor. It still features the fast-paced, clever dialogue we love, but it also has a lot more heart and offers a stronger emotional connection to the characters.

Keeso’s earlier work focused on everyday life in a small Canadian town, offering funny stories about the people who lived there. Each episode was generally self-contained, and the characters didn’t change much over time. This new series is different, aiming for a continuing story where the characters develop and change as the plot unfolds.

Shoresy Deserves So Much More Attention

If you’re a fan of Letterkenny and were unsure whether a spin-off focusing on a smaller character like Shoresy could live up to the original, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. While Shoresy is often much more explicit and crude, it still manages to show heartwarming moments through the way its characters interact.

Despite still being confrontational and quick to argue, Shoresy is incredibly loyal to his teammates and their drive to win, making him a surprisingly likable character. Hockey fans will especially enjoy the show, both for its realistic portrayal of the sport and for the appearances of familiar faces – both as guests and in supporting roles.

The show features cameos from well-known hockey players like Stanley Cup winner Marty McSorley, who appear as themselves. It also gives former players, including brothers Jordan and Brandon Nolan and Jon Mirasty, a chance to try acting by casting them as the recurring characters known as the ‘three Jims’.

The actors’ real ice hockey experience makes their performances feel genuine, and their Indigenous heritage adds another layer of authenticity – something viewers have especially loved about the show. Even if you don’t follow hockey, you’ll likely enjoy the characters and the strong bonds they share.

This show quickly draws you in and makes you care about the characters, leaving you hoping they succeed both in the competition and in their personal lives.

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2026-05-01 06:37