About Trailer Park Boys: Xmas Special

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About

The Trailer Park Boys: Xmas Special is a television comedy special that aired in 2004. It serves as a spin-off episode of the popular Canadian mockumentary TV series, Trailer Park Boys. The special follows the misadventures of the residents of Sunnyvale Trailer Park during the holiday season.

The main characters, Ricky, Julian, and Bubbles, find themselves in various comedic situations as they navigate through their unconventional lives in and around the trailer park. The special is filled with witty dialogue, slapstick humor, and ongoing antics that fans of the series have come to love.

Making / Production

The Trailer Park Boys: Xmas Special was directed by Mike Clattenburg, who is also the creator of the original Trailer Park Boys series. It was produced by Barrie Dunn and Michael Volpe, with Mike Clattenburg and Mike Smith serving as executive producers.

The special was filmed on location in Nova Scotia, Canada, where the entire series was shot. The production team utilized the same documentary-style format as the TV series, giving it a realistic and immersive feel.

Actors

• John Paul Tremblay as Julian - Julian is the de facto leader of the group, often seen with a rum and coke in his hand.
• Robb Wells as Ricky - Ricky is known for his frequent mispronunciations and his love for marijuana.
• Mike Smith as Bubbles - Bubbles is easily recognizable with his signature thick glasses and love for cats.
• John Dunsworth as Jim Lahey - Jim Lahey is the alcoholic park supervisor who constantly clashes with Ricky and Julian.
• Patrick Roach as Randy - Randy is Jim Lahey's loyal sidekick and is often seen shirtless, wearing only his underwear.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Trailer Park Boys: Xmas Special marked the first standalone holiday special for the series.
• It features guest appearances from Canadian musician Alex Lifeson and actor Tom Green.
• The special showcases the unique Christmas traditions and celebrations within a trailer park setting.
• It incorporates the series' trademark humor, addressing societal issues with satire and wit.

Awards

The Trailer Park Boys: Xmas Special did not receive any notable awards.

Quotes

• "I'm not a pessimist, I'm an optometrist, you know?" - Bubbles
• "Sometimes, you have to create your own luck." - Julian
• "The way she goes, boys." - Ricky

Music / Soundtrack

The Trailer Park Boys: Xmas Special features a mix of original music and popular songs. The soundtrack includes holiday-themed tunes as well as tracks that reflect the show's comedic and offbeat nature.

Some of the notable songs featured in the special include:

• "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" by The Jackson 5
• "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" by Bruce Springsteen
• "Feliz Navidad" by Jose Feliciano
• "Ricky's Christmas Song" by Bubbles