Dragons' Den

Dragons' Den

2006
★★★☆☆ 5.7/10
📺 20 Seasons
🎬 299 Episodes
📅 Returning Series
🌐 EN
⏱️ 45 min/episode
Reality
Canadian version of the reality show in which budding entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to a panel of venture capitalists in the hopes of securing business financing.

Seasons

Season 1
2006 • 8 Episodes
An exercise machine has the Dragons lacking motivation; a tidal energy bridge gets a dose of reality; and two entrepreneurs enter the Den to pitch their magnetic gift card idea to the Dragons.
Season 2
2007 • 10 Episodes
The season premiere of Dragons' Den features a new dragon, Calgary entrepreneur Arlene Dickinson; a guy with a device that creates six-pack abs, and business ideas that include bikinis, bananas and giant indestructable bags.
Season 3
2008 • 11 Episodes
The season premiere of Dragons' Den features a new dragon, wealthy philanthropist and maverick investment banker, Brett Wilson; along with some energetic entrepreneurs, a dog that wants to be famous, and a golf shoe that sparks an aggressive bidding war. Pitches include: Fit 2 Touch, Bee Gone, Hybrid Backpack, KickSpike, Kuli Kuli, The Litter House, Pizza Pak, Softshell Computers and Wrinkles.
Season 4
2009 • 21 Episodes
All 5 dragons are back - and they're fired up for Dragons' Den's hottest season yet. In the premiere episode, students strip down to their skivvies, Kevin upgrades a travel website, and the dragons get feisty over a cash-for-gold business. Pitches include: Breast Rest, Deer Call Bracket, GoldNetworkCanada.com, Mistura Beauty, Naked, Nit Nannies, P Wipes, Travel Acquaintance.
Season 5
2010 • 20 Episodes
In the premiere episode the Dragons get the ball rolling with an inflatable toy; a textbook rental service gets schooled; and a waffle business that leaves you wanting seconds. Plus watch a toilet pitch dissolve right in front of the Dragons. Pitches include: Wannawafel, Dr. Pearson's Wonderful Toy Company, Magzy's Kettle Corn, Seymour Dog Umbrella, Moar Books, SSS Venture International, Damn Heels, Wow Ball.
Season 6
2011 • 22 Episodes
In the season premiere a towel that has the Dragons all wrapped up; an all-natural practitioner gets a dose of reality; and a coffee company needs a jolt to expand their business. Plus a water idea makes the Dragons thirsty for more. Pitches include: Chawel, Thomas Compact Herbal First-Aid Kit, Balzac's Coffee Roasters, CashSender.com, Superjoe, Patches, American Football Darts, Event Water Solutions.
Season 7
2012 • 20 Episodes
In the season premiere the Dragons enjoy a spot of tea; unlucky entrepreneurs take another chance at making their business stick; and a pair of brothers are tired of living out of their luggage. Plus, a niche product has the Dragons stepping out of their comfort zone.
Season 8
2013 • 20 Episodes
The Dragons are back! But this time, it's a different den. Canada's highest-rated unscripted TV show returns with a brand new, ominous den. Each week, see entrepreneurs brave a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to face five multi-millionaires who have the cash and the know-how to catapult companies to commercial success. The competition is fierce as all five Dragons battle it out for the best business ideas in the country. Catch special episodes including a cheeky "all-Canadian" themed show, built around some of Canada's classic foods and pastimes. The season will also feature the fan favourite "Student Show," where the country's youngest entrepreneurs attempt to school the Dragons, and the highly anticipated "Update Special," where the Dragons will drop in on DRAGONS' DEN alumni to find out what life is like after the Den.
Season 9
2014 • 20 Episodes
DRAGONS' DEN is back with two new Dragons! Restaurant magnate Vikram Vij and the reigning rock star of Canadian finance, Michael Wekerle, join the panel on Canada's top-rated entertainment show. Each week, entrepreneurs have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pitch their business idea to financiers with the cash and the know-how to catapult companies to commercial success.
Season 10
2015 • 22 Episodes
A Canadian success story in its own right, DRAGONS' DEN is a show where good ideas get rewarded and bad ideas get burned, Canadian entrepreneurs and audiences have a front row seat to this country's top business leaders and risk-takers. Each week, entrepreneurs have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pitch their business idea to financiers with the cash and the know-how to catapult companies to commercial success and audiences gain insights into how to make your dreams come true. This season, three exciting new dragons joining the den: Joe Mimran, founder of Joe Fresh; Michele Romanow, cofounder of buytopia.ca, one of Canada's top daily deal sites; and Manjit Minhas, co-founder and co-owner of Minhas Breweries and Distillery.
Season 11
2016 • 20 Episodes
DRAGONS' DEN is a show where aspiring entrepreneurs pitch their business concepts and products to a panel of Canadian business moguls who have the cash and the know-how to make it happen.
Season 12
2017 • 20 Episodes
Dragons' Den returns with fan favourite, Arlene Dickinson! This season sizzles with 20 dramatic episodes featuring six multi-millionaires who have the knowledge and experience to turn worthwhile ideas into incredible fortunes. Arlene Dickinson, Jim Treliving, Joe Mimran, Manjit Minhas, Michael Wekerle and Michele Romanow.
Season 13
2018 • 17 Episodes
DRAGONS' DEN offers audiences a front-row view as the country's top business moguls wheel and deal with entrepreneurs who dare to brave the Den. Hosted by Dianne Buckner, Season 13 will introduce two new Dragon investors, Lane Merrifield and Vincenzo Guzzo, joining Arlene Dickinson, Jim Treliving, Manjit Minhas and Michele Romanow in the Den.
Season 14
2019 • 9 Episodes
Dragons’ Den returns for its 14th season, heating up with the best in Canadian business and a collection of specials. The fan-favourite "Family Special" episode returns alongside two new emerging themes: “Upcycle” which showcases businesses that focus on a brighter future by reducing their carbon footprint; and “Disrupt-Den” featuring game-changing entrepreneurs looking to shake up their established industries.
Season 15
2020 • 10 Episodes
Season 16
2021 • 10 Episodes
Season 17
2022 • 10 Episodes
Robert Herjavec returns to the Den for an exciting 17th season of Dragons' Den!
Season 18
2023 • 16 Episodes
Dragons’ Den returns for its 18th season with 16 brand new episodes! Watch as a fresh crop of entrepreneurs face the fire, pitching to Canada’s most successful business tycoons.
Season 19
2024 • 12 Episodes
Budding entrepreneurs, inventors, and small businessmen pitch their ideas to five "dragons"--real-life business leaders and millionaires.
Season 20
2025 • 11 Episodes
A milestone 20th season with a powerful blend of legacy and next-level entrepreneurship. Plus, Drew Scott fuels the fire as a special guest Dragon across multiple episodes.

Network

CBC Television

Production

Sony Pictures Television International

Keywords

business ideaventure capitalbusinessinvestorentrepreneurstartupinvestment