During the exclusive, behind-the-scenes session at the Symposium, the creators, cast, and producers behind HATE THE PLAYER: The Ben Johnson Story pulled back the curtain on one of the most provocative Canadian series of the year. Moderated by Sasha Leigh Henry, the conversation explored how bold storytelling, cutting-edge production, and fearless creative vision collided to reimagine a defining moment in Canadian sports history.
 

 

From its satirical edge to its next-generation production approach, HATE THE PLAYER is breaking new ground — and audiences at the Symposium got a front-row seat to the work of a team redefining what Canadian television can be.

 

Featuring Shamier Anderson as Ben Johnson, the series delivers an audacious six-part mockumentary reimagining of the “dirtiest race in history” when Ben Johnson went from Olympic hero to zero in 9.79 seconds.