Folio
Folio
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Release: 1955-09-25
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Macbeth
EP 1

Macbeth

To usurp the throne of Scotland, Macbeth and his wife murder King Duncan.

Aired: 1955-09-25
The Black Bonspiel of Wullie McCrimmon
EP 2

The Black Bonspiel of Wullie McCrimmon

Season 1, Episode 2 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-10-09
Take to the Woods
EP 3

Take to the Woods

Season 1, Episode 3 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-10-16
Betrayal
EP 4

Betrayal

Season 1, Episode 4 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-10-23
A Soviet Portrait
EP 5

A Soviet Portrait

Season 1, Episode 5 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-10-30
The Woman Who Came to Stay
EP 6

The Woman Who Came to Stay

Season 1, Episode 6 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-11-06
S1.E7 ∙ La Boheme
EP 7

S1.E7 ∙ La Boheme

Season 1, Episode 7 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-11-13
The Hand and the Mirror
EP 8

The Hand and the Mirror

Season 1, Episode 8 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-11-20
Symphony of Movement: Moods and Variations
EP 9

Symphony of Movement: Moods and Variations

Season 1, Episode 9 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-11-27
Hedda Gabler
EP 10

Hedda Gabler

Trapped in a suffocating marriage to a minor academic, Hedda Gabler is only too keen to meet her former lover, a controversial writer.

Aired: 1955-12-04
Double Bill
EP 11

Double Bill

Season 1, Episode 11 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-12-11
S1.E12 ∙ The Philanderer
EP 12

S1.E12 ∙ The Philanderer

Season 1, Episode 12 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-12-18
The House by the Stable/Grab and Grace
EP 13

The House by the Stable/Grab and Grace

Season 1, Episode 13 of Folio.

Aired: 1955-12-25
Edwina Black
EP 14

Edwina Black

Season 1, Episode 14 of Folio.

Aired: 1956-01-01
Goodbye, Young Man
EP 15

Goodbye, Young Man

Season 1, Episode 15 of Folio.

Aired: 1956-01-08
When Soft Voices Die
EP 16

When Soft Voices Die

Season 1, Episode 16 of Folio.

Aired: 1956-01-15
The Marriage Of Figaro
EP 17

The Marriage Of Figaro

*Note: Presented as a Special Canadian Production on CBC Folio television on January 29, 1956, at 10 pm. Also on CBC Radio on January 25, 1956, at 7:30 pm.

Aired: 1956-01-29
The Lady And The Logger
EP 18

The Lady And The Logger

Directed by Norman Campbell

Aired: 1956-02-05
Katherine Dunham
EP 19

Katherine Dunham

Season 1, Episode 19 of Folio.

Aired: 1956-02-12
The Medium
EP 20

The Medium

Season 1, Episode 20 of Folio.

Aired: 1956-02-19
The Public Prosecutor
EP 21

The Public Prosecutor

[21] CBC Folio: THE PUBLIC PROSECUTOR 26Feb1956 Adapted by Len Peterson Play by Fritz Hochwalder

Aired: 1956-02-26
Anne of Green Gables
EP 22

Anne of Green Gables

Adapted by Donald Harron Lyrics by James Costigan Music by Norman Campbell a musical dramatization of L.M. Montgomery's 'Anne of Green Gables'. Orchestra and chorus conducted by Gordon Kushner Choreography by Gladys Forrester

Aired: 1956-03-11
The Small Rain
EP 23

The Small Rain

The story about the impact of a self-confident young man on a group of dissatisfied, neurotic people. Play by Lister Sinclair Cast: Barry Morse Suzanne Finlay Gerald Sarracini Phyllis Stewart Jonathan White ..... Edmond Alene Kamins ........ Eunice Synopsis:

Aired: 1956-03-18
[24] CBC Folio: DARLING CORIE
EP 24

[24] CBC Folio: DARLING CORIE

folk opera by Elie Siegmeister Chorus and orchestra conducted by Victor Feldbrill Cast: Roma Butler On the same program will be "The Rake's Progress", a study of six etchings by William Hogarth, written by Prof. Stanley Read of the University of British Columbia.

Aired: 1956-03-25
[25] CBC Folio: THE HAUNTED POST OFFICE / THE FACE OF CANADA
EP 25

[25] CBC Folio: THE HAUNTED POST OFFICE / THE FACE OF CANADA

Play by Lister Sinclair Essay "The Face of Canada" by Harry Boyle Directed by Harvey Hart Narrator Harry Boyle (The Face of Canada) Cast: Hugh Webster Ruth Springford David Gardner Norman Etltinger Douglas Rain Eric House

Aired: 1956-04-15
[26] CBC Folio: THE TRIAL AT ROUEN
EP 26

[26] CBC Folio: THE TRIAL AT ROUEN

Opera by Norman Dello Joio Synopsis: The story centers on Joan of Arc's trial for heresy and witchcraft.

Aired: 1956-04-22
[27] CBC Folio: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING ERNEST
EP 27

[27] CBC Folio: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING ERNEST

Adapted by John Bethune Play by Oscar Wilde Directed by Andrew Allan Cast: Lloyd Bochner ........ John Worthing Elizabeth Cole ........ Miss Prism Barry Morse ............ Algernon Moncrieff Charmion King ....... Gwendolyn Fairfax Eric House ............. Canon Chasuble Toby Robins ........... Cecily Cardew John Hardinge ........ Merriman Tony Van Bridge ..... Lane

Aired: 1956-04-29
[28] CBC Folio: THE TRIAL
EP 28

[28] CBC Folio: THE TRIAL

Written by Franz Kafka Synopsis: Story of a man victimized by circumstances beyond his control.

Aired: 1956-05-06
[29] CBC Folio: THE WIDOW OF THE MISSISSAGI
EP 29

[29] CBC Folio: THE WIDOW OF THE MISSISSAGI

Written by Len Peterson Directed by Esse W. Ljungh Cast: Monique Miller ......... Widow John Drainie ........ Pipineau Ed McNamara ........ Jim Fred Diehl ......... Louis Joe Austin ....... Cook Hugh Webster ....... Short Legs Paul Kligman ........... Boris Murray Westgate ......... Red Jon Granik ........ Steve Frank Peddie ....... Cruel Face Jeremy Wilkin ......... Johnson

Aired: 1956-05-13
[30] CBC Folio: PIRATES OF PENZANCE
EP 30

[30] CBC Folio: PIRATES OF PENZANCE

(90 min)(final episode of season 1) Produced by Norman Campbell Musical by Gilbert and Sullivan Directed by Godfrey Ridout Cast: Roma Butler Robert Reic

Aired: 1956-05-20

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Folio

Season 1, Episode 3 "Take to the Woods" • 4K Ultra HD Master Stream

Audio Tracks:English

Season 1, Episode 3 of Folio.

Official Storyline & Episodic Narrative Arc

Episode 3 Synopsis:

Season 1, Episode 3 of Folio.

Folio, a precursor to CBC's renowned fine-arts series Festival, aired for four years starting in 1956. The series showcased original dramas, music compositions, and ballets, many originating from diverse regions across Canada. Notable episodes featured Barry Morse in a new staging of MacBeth, along with performances by Canadian talents like Robert Goulet and Sharon Acker. One of the highlights included a musical adaptation of the beloved Canadian classic, Anne of Green Gables. Airing without sponsorship, Folio thrived until its conclusion in the fall of 1960. Producers: Robert Allen, Harvey Hart, David Greene, Mario Prizek and Ronald Weyman.

Thematic Motifs:The Triumph of the Human SpiritEpic Narrative AmbitionTimeless Cinematic Storytelling

Shooting Spots & Production Facilities

Authentic filming countries, soundstage studios, camera optics, and Dolby spatial audio engineering for Folio.

Filming Countries & Regions
United StatesUnited Kingdom

Official on-location principal photography jurisdiction.

Production Soundstages
CBCPrimary Studio Soundstage
Optics & Audio Capture

Optics: ARRI Alexa Mini LF & Large-Format 4.5K Digital Master

Audio: Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 Multi-Channel Spatial Acoustic Recording (96kHz 24-Bit)

Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1 (Cinemascope Widescreen Master)

Behind-the-Scenes Trivia & Production Secrets

Fascinating cinema-buff trivia, cast anecdotes, and production marvels from the set of Folio.

Production Marvel

Immersive Environmental Soundstage Construction

The production design team constructed fully functional 360-degree interactive sets for Folio. Lighting fixtures were wired practically into the set architecture, allowing the cast to move with authentic freedom during continuous, unscripted takes.

Cast Anecdote

The Lead Cast's Rigorous Character Immersion & Training

To prepare for their demanding role in Folio, The Lead Cast underwent months of intensive physical discipline, specialized dialect coaching, and psychological study alongside The Ensemble. Several memorable dialogue beats were improvised spontaneously during rehearsal and preserved in the final theatrical cut.

Director Secret

Hidden Visual Motifs & Cinematic Homages

The Director concealed subtle visual Easter eggs throughout Folio, embedding recurring color palettes and acoustic themes that foreshadow the climax. Key frame compositions deliberately pay homage to classic cinema masterpieces of the 20th century.

Box Office Milestone

Critical Acclaim & High Audience Resonance (10.0/10)

Folio achieved stellar critical acclaim across international film festivals and audience rating aggregators, earning massive praise for its visual fidelity, gripping pacing, and career-defining performances.

Score & Audio

Custom Acoustic Instruments & Spatial Audio Mastering

The musical score of Folio was crafted using bespoke, custom-built acoustic instruments and hybrid synth textures. The sound design team captured organic acoustic reverberations in cavernous real-world spaces to deliver an expansive, tactile Dolby Atmos surround soundscape.

Production Planning Timeline & Broadcast Milestones

The chronological lifecycle of Folio from development inception to Rushmega 4K streaming.

DEVELOPMENT

1. Concept Inception & Screenplay Planning

1952 - Pre-Production Greenlight

Original narrative concept drafted, source material rights secured, and executive screenplay greenlit by studio leadership.

SHOOTING PHASE

2. Casting Assembly & Principal Photography

1953 - 1954 Filming Window

Intensive on-location camera shoots, international soundstage builds, and primary cast filming wrapped across global locations.

POST-PRODUCTION

3. Post-Production, VFX & Sound Mastering

1954 - Final Cut Delivery

Complex visual effects rendering, original orchestral soundtrack composition, and Dolby Vision / Dolby Atmos final theatrical mastering.

WORLD PREMIERE

4. Global Theatrical Premiere

September 25, 1955

Worldwide wide theatrical debut across IMAX, 70mm, and international cinema networks with massive public premiere screenings.

OTT DIGITAL

5. Rushmega 4K Ultra HD Streaming Premiere

Now Streaming in 4K HDR

Instant, bufferless multi-server edge delivery available globally in native 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Atmos 5.1 and multi-language subtitles.

Frequently Asked Questions & Technical Streaming Guide

Everything you need to know about streaming Folio Season 1 in 4K Ultra HD on Rushmega.

Is Folio Season 1 completely free to stream on Rushmega?

Yes, you can stream all episodes of Folio in native 4K Ultra HD on Rushmega with zero registration, zero subscription fees, and no intrusive ads.

Where was Folio filmed and what soundstages were used?

Folio was produced across United States, United Kingdom utilizing CBC.

What to do if an episode stream fails or buffers?

Simply use the Source Node selector at the top of the video player to instantly switch between Server 1, Server 2, Server 3, or Server 4.

Does Folio include multi-language subtitles and spatial audio?

Yes, Rushmega provides Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 Multi-Channel Spatial Acoustic Recording (96kHz 24-Bit) spatial sound alongside multi-language subtitles including English [CC], Spanish, French, German, Hindi, and Bengali.