The acclaimed docuseries Crip Trip is hitting the road once again for its highly anticipated second season, with filmmakers Daniel Ennett and Frederick Kroetsch setting their sights on Las Vegas in a customized broadcast-ready van. This gonzo road trip documentary continues to blend adventure with serious social commentary as it follows Ennett's fight for independence and creative expression.
A Journey with High Stakes
One year after the celebrated first season, Daniel Ennett—a quadruple amputee filmmaker—still faces the looming threat of institutionalization in a long-term care facility. Despite requiring around-the-clock care due to his limb difference, he only qualifies for six and a half hours of daily support. His mother has been providing additional care, but this arrangement cannot continue indefinitely, adding urgency to his professional pursuits.
Last season, Ennett and Kroetsch drove their specially adapted motorhome from Alberta to New York City, documenting their experiences along the way. This year, the bright lights of the American West beckon as they embark on a new adventure with even greater ambitions.
The Mission to Las Vegas
Season 2 follows the duo as they travel toward Las Vegas with a clear mission: to pitch—and potentially launch—Ennett's dream project, a groundbreaking talk show focused exclusively on disability culture, politics, and lived experience. Throughout their journey, they produce livestream segments while grappling with outdated broadcast equipment and the unpredictable nature of life on the road.
As with their previous adventure, complications arise quickly. The series raises several compelling questions: Can they successfully develop their talk show concept? Will they secure interest from major broadcasters? Most importantly, will Ennett avoid institutionalization and continue pursuing his passions?
Critical Acclaim and Production Details
The first season of Crip Trip earned significant recognition, winning two Rosie Awards from the Alberta Media Production Industries Association and receiving a nomination for Best Docuseries at the prestigious Banff World Media Festival Rockie Awards.
Produced by Catapult Pictures for AMI and TVO, Season 2 continues to balance lighthearted road trip moments with serious exploration of systemic barriers facing people with disabilities. The series authentically portrays Ennett's determination to follow his creative passions and earn a living within systems not designed for his success.
Premiere Information
Crip Trip Season 2 premieres on Friday, May 1, at 9 p.m. Eastern Time on AMI-tv and AMI+, with a subsequent broadcast on TVO scheduled for Fall 2026. The series represents the ongoing commitment of Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) to create content led by and for the disability community through their broadcast services and streaming platform.
The docuseries stands as a powerful testament to resilience and creativity in the face of systemic challenges, offering viewers both entertainment and important social commentary about disability rights and representation in media.
