Lifelong Canucks Fan Jason Priestley Teams Up with Dave Foley for New Crave Series
Canadian television is set to celebrate the passionate world of NHL hockey fandom with the upcoming Crave original series Hockey Fanatics. The eight-part documentary series, which premieres on February 6, 2026, features host Dave Foley alongside celebrity guests including lifelong Vancouver Canucks supporter Jason Priestley.
Exploring the Heart of Hockey Culture Across North America
The series follows Foley as he travels to various NHL cities across North America, meeting with devoted fans and celebrities to explore what makes hockey culture so unique. Created and directed by Alex Scrymgeour, Hockey Fanatics aims to capture the passion, community impact, and thrilling atmosphere that surrounds professional hockey teams.
"Dave Foley and I have been friends for decades, so when he called and asked me to join him for dinner and a hockey game in Vancouver, I couldn't say no," said Priestley, who fondly recalled wearing "the old stick in rink jersey" during his childhood as a Canucks fan.
Vancouver Episode Features Local Icons and Landmarks
The Vancouver-focused episode showcases several notable local personalities and locations. Priestley and Foley enjoy a pre-game meal at the iconic Joe Fortes restaurant before attending a Canucks game. The episode also includes:
- A tour of the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame with former Canucks captain Stan Smyl
- A boat tour with Clay "Canuck Clay" Imoo
- A trip up Grouse Mountain with Canucks broadcaster Randip Janda
Celebrity Superfans From Across the NHL Landscape
The series travels beyond Vancouver to feature celebrity hockey enthusiasts from various NHL cities. Each episode follows a similar format where Foley shares a meal with a celebrity superfan, discusses their team loyalty, and then attends a game together. Notable guests include:
- Country music star Wynonna Judd and her husband Cactus Moser discussing the Nashville Predators
- Actor Scott Wolf sharing his enthusiasm for the Utah Mammoth in Salt Lake City
- Scott Bakula exploring what makes St. Louis Blues fans so passionate
- Canadian comedy icon Mike Myers talking about his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs
- Montreal actor Jay Baruchel discussing his book Born Into It about being a Canadiens fan
- Actor Nico Tortorella championing the Florida Panthers
- Canadian actress Shenae Grimes-Beech sharing thoughts on the Los Angeles Kings
A Deep Dive Into Hockey Memorabilia and Community Impact
Beyond celebrity interviews, the series examines how NHL teams influence their local communities. Foley visits with home team superfans to discuss their extensive memorabilia collections and explore the cultural significance of hockey in different regions. The show promises to deliver behind-the-scenes access to the rituals, traditions, and personal stories that define hockey fandom across the continent.
With its combination of celebrity insights, local culture exploration, and game-day excitement, Hockey Fanatics offers viewers a comprehensive look at what drives the passionate following behind North America's premier hockey league. The series represents Crave's latest investment in original Canadian content that celebrates both sports culture and entertainment.
