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Series · 1963 · 10 seasons

Telescope (1963)

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Telescope is a TV series (Documentary) that first aired in 1963. Telescope has 10 seasons and 10 episodes in total. In United States, you can watch Telescope on Discovery+ Amazon Channel.

Where can I watch Telescope

📍 United States

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Available in other countries

Streaming services that carry Telescope, and the countries where you can watch it:

Shahid VIP 18 countries

Côte d’Ivoire, Algeria, Egypt, Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Philippines, Palestinian Territories, Seychelles, Senegal, Tunisia, Uganda

HBO Max 3 countries

Belgium, France, Monaco

Discovery+ Amazon Channel 2 countries 📍

India, United States

Discovery+ 1 countries

India

Plot

Telescope is a Canadian documentary series which aired on CBC Television between 1963 and 1973. The series was hosted by Fletcher Markle, which profiled notable Canadian people from celebrities to the unknown, who made a difference.

Starting in September 1966, Telescope was the first regular colour broadcast in Canada. It's producer was Sam Levene.

In 2008, CBC offered 10 episodes of Telescope on their Digital Archives website. The episodes are from the 1970-1971 season, and feature new host Ken Kavanagh. Among those profiled were game show host Monty Hall, publisher Mel Hurtig, journalist Pat Carney, actor John Vernon, author Farley Mowat, amusement park impresario Patty Conklin, and underwater explorer Joe MacInnis. A 1970 episode featured actor Donald Sutherland including early footage of his son Kiefer. Mentalist Uri Geller followed a week later by Ray Hyman and Jerry Andrus who explained and duplicated Geller's "paranormal" feats.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Telescope?

In United States, you can watch Telescope on Discovery+ Amazon Channel.

Who stars in Telescope?

The main cast of Telescope includes Fletcher Markle, Pierre Berton, W.O. Mitchell, Lester B. Pearson and Gordon Sinclair.

How many seasons and episodes does Telescope have?

Telescope has 10 seasons and 10 episodes in total.

When was Telescope released?

Telescope first aired on July 1, 1963.

Has Telescope ended?

Yes, Telescope has ended.

What should I watch if I liked Telescope?

If you enjoyed Telescope, try Biography, JANET JACKSON., Top Gear and 30 for 30.

Is Telescope on Shahid VIP?

Not in United States right now. Telescope is on Shahid VIP in: Côte d’Ivoire, Algeria, Egypt, Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Iraq, Lebanon and Libya (+10).

Is Telescope on HBO Max?

Not in United States right now. Telescope is on HBO Max in: Belgium, France and Monaco.

Is Telescope on Discovery+ Amazon Channel?

Yes. In United States, Telescope is available on Discovery+ Amazon Channel.

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Updated: October 27, 2026 ·