This Life
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About
Set in contemporary Montreal, “This Life” is a family saga focusing on Natalie Lawson, an accomplished columnist and single mother in her early forties whose terminal cancer diagnosis sends her on a quest to prepare her teenage children for life without her. Her tight-knit family – sister, two brothers and parents – do the best they can to help her, while coping with their own responses to this revelation.
Cast
Torri Higginson
as Natalie Lawson
Lauren Lee Smith
as Maggie Lawson
Rick Roberts
as Matthew Lawson
Kristopher Turner
as Oliver Lawson
James Wotherspoon
as Caleb Lawson
Stephanie Janusauskas
as Emma Lawson-Crowley
Julia Scarlett Dan
as Romy Lawson-Crowley
Rachael Crawford
as Danielle Berg
Janet-Laine Green
as Janine Lawson
Peter MacNeill
as Gerald Lawson
Shawn Doyle
as Andrew Wallace
Seasons
Season 1
Season 2
Season 2 finds Natalie Lawson living with hope that her cancer can be stopped, navigating her promising drug trial, and grappling with the return of her ex-husband, David -- who, after a 10-year absence, wants to be a father to their children again. Every Lawson continues to encounter their own set of unique, compelling obstacles. Matthew faces tough choices when it comes to saving his marriage; Maggie goes to surprising new extremes in her late transformation into adulthood; and Oliver puts everything on the line for the sake of his career.
Episodes
Season 1
Gut Punch
Natalie Lawson, a single mother of three, finds her plans to change her life for the better derailed when she learns her cancer has returned.
Everything Must Go
Natalie confides in her sister Maggie about her diagnosis while attempting to keep it hidden from her teenage children.
The Part That Decides My Fate
Natalie undergoes a biopsy that could determine how much time she has left, while her brother Oliver returns home after years away.
Love Your Tumour
Natalie gets closer to Andrew as she awaits her biopsy results. Oliver bonds with Romy while Janine learns something very troubling about her son.
The Unbelieving
Natalie cant bring herself to tell her kids about her cancer. Maggie and Oliver make self-destructive life choices instead of facing their problems. Janine questions her faith.
Holy Water
Natalie finally levels with her kids. Matthew is driven to face an old mistake. Oliver hits a breaking point with his parents. Maggie is drawn deeper into a polyamorous relationship.
Seeing Red
Natalie organizes a birthday dinner for Emma that nobody wants. The problems Oliver ran from in LA catch up to him in Montreal. Matthew is faced with an impossible dilemma.
My Body Lies Over the Ocean
Natalie struggles to convince Caleb to accept responsibility for his criminal actions. Maggie and Oliver travel to LA to resolve Olivers loose ends with Tom.
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About This Life
Set in contemporary Montreal, “This Life” is a family saga focusing on Natalie Lawson, an accomplished columnist and single mother in her early forties whose terminal cancer diagnosis sends her on a quest to prepare her teenage children for life without her. Her tight-knit family – sister, two brothers and parents – do the best they can to help her, while coping with their own responses to this revelation. Across 2 seasons and 20 episodes, originally airing on CBC Television, with status "Returning Series".
This Life Cast and Characters
The cast features Torri Higginson (as Natalie Lawson), Lauren Lee Smith (as Maggie Lawson), Rick Roberts (as Matthew Lawson), Kristopher Turner (as Oliver Lawson), and James Wotherspoon (as Caleb Lawson). Their performances are a major reason This Life has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch This Life NowWhy People Are Watching This Life
This Life flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about This Life
Where can I watch This Life online for free?
You can watch This Life online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does This Life have?
This Life has 20 episodes across 2 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is This Life good? What's the rating?
This Life holds a 5.5/10 rating based on 6 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of This Life?
The main cast includes Torri Higginson, Lauren Lee Smith, Rick Roberts, and Kristopher Turner, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is This Life available in English?
Yes — This Life was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was This Life released?
This Life first aired in 2015.
Do I need an account to watch This Life on Bowood.TV?
No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch This Life without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch This Life for free?
You can watch This Life online for free on Bowood.TV. All 20 episodes across 2 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does This Life have?
This Life currently has 2 seasons and a total of 20 episodes. The series status is "Returning Series", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is This Life about?
Set in contemporary Montreal, “This Life” is a family saga focusing on Natalie Lawson, an accomplished columnist and single mother in her early forties whose terminal cancer diagnosis sends her on a quest to prepare her teenage children for life without her. Her tight-knit family – sister, two brothers and parents –… It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is This Life originally available?
This Life was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was This Life first released?
This Life first premiered on October 5, 2015 (2015). The show is still ongoing with new episodes being released.
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