Across the River to Motor City

Across the River to Motor City (2007)

EndedScripted showDrama, Mystery

In every life there is a river that divides one generation from the next. A river of time that separates the people we were from the people we become. For Ben Ford and his daughter Kathleen, the river of history is about to change course, exposing the secrets of a lifetime laying just beneath its surface. Across the River to Motor City is an epic story about the lengths a father will go to protect his daughter from his tormented past. The series is about an insurance investigator named Ben Ford who works the border in both Detroit and Windsor. The story takes into account the shifting allegiances and ambitions that straddle the Detroit/Windsor Canada/US border.

Benjamin Ford's 30th birthday happens to fall on a fateful day: November 22, 1963, the day of the Kennedy assassination. Coincidentally, it is also the day that his flight attendant girlfriend, Katie, disappears on a flight back from Dallas.

The mystery of what happened to her, and why, consumes the life of Ben Ford.

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Black Day in JulyDez. 27, 2007
S01E05Walk Like a ManDez. 20, 2007
S01E04Treat Her RightDez. 13, 2007
S01E03Stranger in the HouseDez. 6, 2007
S01E02Leaving on a Jet PlaneNov. 29, 2007
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Across the River to Motor City premiere?

Across the River to Motor City premiered on June 19, 2007.

Who created Across the River to Motor City?

Across the River to Motor City was created by Denis McGrath and Robert Wertheimer.

What genre does Across the River to Motor City belong to?

Across the River to Motor City belongs to the drama genre.

What is the setting of Across the River to Motor City?

The show is set in both the 1960s and the present day, focusing on the automotive industry in Detroit.

Who are the main characters in Across the River to Motor City?

The main characters in Across the River to Motor City are Ben Ford, Kathleen Ford, and David Dunlop.

What is the central mystery in Across the River to Motor City?

The central mystery in Across the River to Motor City revolves around a car accident that occurred in the 1960s.

Where was Across the River to Motor City primarily filmed?

Across the River to Motor City was primarily filmed in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

What is the plot of Across the River to Motor City?

Across the River to Motor City follows Ben Ford's investigation into his parents' deaths, which leads him to uncover secrets from the past related to the automotive industry.

How many episodes does Across the River to Motor City have?

Across the River to Motor City consists of 8 episodes.

Who plays the role of Ben Ford in Across the River to Motor City?

Sasha Roiz plays the role of Ben Ford in Across the River to Motor City.

What is the significance of the title "Across the River to Motor City"?

The title "Across the River to Motor City" refers to the distance between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, highlighting the show's focus on the automotive industry in Detroit.

What critical reception did Across the River to Motor City receive?

Across the River to Motor City received mixed reviews from critics.

What themes are explored in Across the River to Motor City?

Across the River to Motor City explores themes of family secrets, the automotive industry, and the impact of the past on the present.

What time periods are depicted in Across the River to Motor City?

Across the River to Motor City depicts both the 1960s and the present day, interweaving the two timelines.

What is the significance of the car accident in Across the River to Motor City?

The car accident in Across the River to Motor City serves as a pivotal event that connects the characters and drives the mystery at the heart of the show.

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