The System: A Revealing Look at Foster Care Through Diverse Perspectives

Production Details

Title: The System
Format: Series / HBO
Production Begins: February 9
Filming Dates: February 9 – May 22, 2026
Filming Location: Toronto, ON
Writer/Producers: David Simon, Lily Thorne, Larissa MacFarquhar
Writer: Kiese Laymon
Director: Anne Sewitsky
LP: Michael Stoyanov, Kim Todd
PM: Penelope Kennedy
PC: Miriam Ferguson
CD: Robin Cook

Synopsis

The series will examine the foster care and child protective service systems from the viewpoint of family court judges and lawyers, as well as social workers, caretakers, mothers, and the children themselves, and will probe the risks and benefits of removing children from families of origin.

Production Company

Blown Deadline Productions
123 Production Ave
Toronto, ON, M5H 2N2
blowndeadlineprod@gmail.com
416-613-8684

Production Office

thesystemprodoffice@gmail.com

About The System

This series provides an in-depth look at the foster care and child protective service systems. Through the perspectives of family court judges, lawyers, social workers, caretakers, mothers, and children, it explores the complexities involved in child removal from their families. The narrative highlights both the challenges and the positive outcomes that can arise from these difficult decisions. By presenting various viewpoints, the series aims to foster understanding of this critical issue and the impact on all parties involved.

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