Harold Ballard: Last News

Amber Dowling The Nordic region’s largest streamer, Viaplay, has debuted in Canada, continuing its expansion into North America after landing in the U.S. on Feb. 22. The direct-to-consumer platform touts itself as the premiere platform for Nordic Noir, the term used to describe the growing subgenre of Scandinavian crime dramas, thrillers, dark comedies and YA offerings. Available in every Nordic and Baltic country, Viaplay has been gaining ground over the past several months, expanding across Europe, U.K. and Australia. In February, it reported an 83% rise year-over-year in streaming subscribers, a number that is expected to swell with the North American launches.

Jason Priestley, 53, cut a stylish figure as he attended the screening of his new film Offside: The Harold Ballard Story in Toronto on Wednesday.The Beverly Hills, 90210 star looked handsome in a light-blue button-up shirt under a fitted navy suit.The Vancouver native styled his hair short and donned a well-groomed beard as he took the stage to discuss his newest project, a documentary that tells the controversial story of the owner of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Harold Ballard. A sports story: Jason Priestley, 53, looked handsome as he attended the screening of his new film Offside: The Harold Ballard Story in Toronto on WednesdayBallard's offensive behaviors range from backhanded contract dealings and sexist tirades to serving a year in prison for theft and fraud.Earlier on Wednesday, Jason appeared on the CTV Your Morning show alongside executive producer Michael Geddes, where they talked about the inspiration for the film and why it is relevant now.