It’s been a long, hot summer in Sudsbury, and while the dog days of August usually conjure images of languid heat and idle afternoons, the characters in Shoresy: Season 4 are far from idle. With the sandpaper wit, vulgar charm, and surprising heart that have made the show a fan favorite, the series builds upon the legacy of its predecessor, Letterkenny, all while carving out a narrative that is unmistakably its own. Created by Jared Keeso; best known for giving life to the brash yet lovable characters of Letterkenny; Shoresy continues to push the envelope of both comedic irreverence and heartfelt sentiment, hitting the sweet spot of humor and warmth.
The show follows the titular character, Shoresy, the foul-mouthed, fast-talking former jerk turned reluctant team player, now a pillar of his local hockey team, the Sudsbury Bulldogs. While he was once the archetype of a wisecracking locker-room pest with a penchant for fornicating with the mothers of others, the man has evolved, somewhat. His character arc, from cynical loner to surprisingly thoughtful team leader, remains the bedrock of Shoresy’s charm.
Season 4 picks up where we left off, celebrating the Bulldogs’ big championship win, though not with the gruff celebration one might expect. There’s tubing on the lake, beer flowing freely from their own version of the Stanley Cup, and, of course, that patented Shoresy swagger with the ladies; who seem to find something irresistibly endearing about this crass, yet oddly sincere, character.
If Season 3 of Shoresy was defined by the high-stakes championship victory, Season 4 enters the realm of the comically absurd; think Eyes Wide Shut meets underground rave; in the form of Sudsbury’s “Weird Party.” Yet amid all the revelry and youthful exuberance, there is a growing sense of romantic longing. At the heart of the season is Shoresy’s pursuit of Laura Mohr (Camille Sullivan), a woman who, like the audience, has yet to fully crack the enigma that is Shoresy. Their courtship is an odd but compelling one; fueled by late-night talks and comically bizarre attempts to prove his affections, including many memorable promises that include taking out her trash or untangling her electronic cords if she just gives him a high-five. Shoresy’s oddball charm lies in these moments: beneath the biting humor, there’s a rawness, an openness, that Keeso taps into with surprising sensitivity.
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As Shoresy grapples with the aftermath of an injury that forced him off the ice and into the uncomfortable world of hockey punditry, the question of his future looms large. After an unceremonious turn in front of the camera, it’s clear that Shoresy’s future is not in broadcasting, at least not for long. The show’s new focus shifts to his rediscovery of his true calling: coaching. Together with the colorful members of the Bulldogs and their management; Nat (Tasya Teles), Miigwan (Keilani Elizabeth Rose), and Ziigwan (Blair Lamora), Shoresy sets his sights on mentoring a ragtag group of high school players, imparting his unorthodox wisdom on both the game and life itself. What follows feels like a bizarre love letter to the high school sports movies of the ’80s, complete with karaoke and dance numbers; yes, you read that right. It’s the type of absurdity that shouldn’t work but does, thanks to a cast that delivers every ridiculous moment with impeccable timing and emotional honesty.
The emotional beats in Shoresy: Season 4 are never far from the surface. Even amid the raucous antics of senior whale shit hockey and late-night parties, there’s an undeniable sense of growth. The secondary characters, especially Nat and Miigwan, bring an emotional depth that transcends the often manic energy of the show. Their performances, both funny and grounded, elevate what could have easily been a one-note comedy into something genuinely moving. And as Shoresy and Nat share a quiet moment of connection, the show reveals that, underneath the crude humor and off-color remarks, there is a sincere exploration of what it means to open up, to care for others, and to fight for love, even if it’s in the most unorthodox of ways.
Shoresy isn’t just the successor to Letterkenny; it’s a stand-alone success. Where its predecessor leaned heavily on rapid-fire jokes and biting satire, Shoresy finds its own balance; equal parts raunchy humor and touching storytelling. The series is still packed with the type of gut-busting banter that Letterkenny popularized, but with more room to breathe in the emotional spaces between the jokes. It’s as if Keeso, while retaining his characteristic wit, has grown into a more nuanced storyteller.
Season 4 hits its mark in every way. It’s the best season yet, skillfully blending humor with heart in ways that few shows manage to do without feeling forced or overly sentimental. Whether you’re here for the absurdity, the romance, or the hockey, Shoresy proves that, beneath the vulgarity and chaos, it’s a show about people trying to figure out what it means to truly connect. This summer, the Bulldogs may have won the cup, but Shoresy has won something much more difficult: our hearts.
