King of Kensington

Name: King of Kensington
Released: 1975-09-25T07:00:00.000Z
Cast: Al Waxman

TV Show · Comedy

In honour of King of Kensington's 50th anniversary, CBC Gem presents a collection of 10 episodes from the iconic Canadian comedy series. King of Kensington stars Al Waxman as Larry King, a convenience store owner in Toronto's Kensington Market known for helping friends and neighbours alike. This program is presented as originally created.

1975 · 24m

Starring Al Waxman

The Racehorse

Larry (Al Waxman) and his friends buy a racehorse that Duke talks him into keeping in the back room of the variety store in order to save on stable fees.
Cathy's New Career

Cathy (Fiona Reid) is fired from her job at the Daycare Centre and Larry (Al Waxman) offers her a job in the store.
Cathy's Last Stand

Cathy (Fiona Reid) returns home after a week-long retreat with some news: she's leaving Larry(Al Waxman) after nine years of marriage.
Fertility for Two

Cathy (Fiona Reid) becomes frustrated when, after having run the gamut of pregnancy tests and pills, King refuses to consider the possibility that he is the one who needs to be tested.
The Joy of Kensington

Larry (Al Waxman) discovers the condition is contagious when he attempts to free a new bridegroom from his sexual inhibitions.
The Partners

King tries to resolve the dilemma that arises between Cy and Sid, partners in a tailor shop in Kensington. When offered work in New York, Sid accepts the offer, while Cy stays on.