The Sticky, a 2024 crime comedy on Prime Video, is inspired by the Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist. This six-episode series blends humor and crime in a quirky Canadian setting, available exclusively on Prime Video.
The plot of The Sticky revolves around three unlikely thieves who join forces to steal millions of dollars worth of maple syrup. As the series progresses, it introduces various colorful and distinctive characters with unique personalities and motivations.
Main Cast of The Sticky
Margo Martindale as Ruth Landry
Margo Martindale plays Ruth Landry, the tough and determined owner of a maple syrup farm. Driven by the necessity to save her family's farm, Ruth is a woman who turns to criminal activity.
Martindale, well-known for her legendary performances in Million Dollar Baby and The Americans, gives Ruth complexity and intensity for the show.
Chris Diamantopoulos as Mike Byrne
Chris Diamantopoulos plays Mike Byrne, a key figure in The Sticky, blending humor and charm as a criminal mastermind. Known for his roles as Russ Hanneman in Silicon Valley and Mickey Mouse in the 2013 animated series, Diamantopoulos brings his signature wit to the role.
Guillaume Cyr as Remy Bouchard
Guillaume Cyr plays the role of Remy Bouchard, an additional thief, implicated in the heist. Cyr's distinctive style enhances the team of robbers. The actor is recognized for his performances in French-language Canadian productions.
He is most noted for his performance as Horace Barré in the 2013 film Louis Cyr, for which he won the Jutra Award for Best Supporting Actor at the 16th Jutra Awards in 2014.
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Gita Miller as Teddy Greene
Gita Millers plays Teddy Greene, a key figure in the heist who has deep connections to the world of maple syrup trade. Miller is renowned for her work in films like The Painted Veil and television shows like The Bold Type.
Suzanne Clément as Detective Valérie Nadeau
Detective Valérie Nadeau, the resolute detective who pursues the thieves, is portrayed by Suzanne Clément. Clément's portrayal of a no-nonsense investigator is further bolstered by her experience in French-language films and television.
Clément is particularly known for her role in the critically acclaimed film Mommy, which won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival in 2014. She has also featured in The Affair and Heartbeats.
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Supporting cast of The Sticky
Apart from the main cast, The Sticky features a supporting cast that enhances the show's charm and complexity. Here are some of the notable supporting characters:
- Joseph Bellerose as Martin Landry, Ruth's husband who is in a coma.
- Guy Nadon as Leonard Sr.
- Michel Perron as Maurice Bouchard, another crucial character tied to the syrup heist.
- Jason Cavalier as Orval Steeks, a character adding intrigue to the story.
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Stay tuned for more news and updates on this show and similar projects as 2024 progresses.