Fresh Off the Boat docks at Shomi

Canadian SVOD platform Shomi has acquired Eddie Huang-inspired network comedy Fresh Off the Boat.

The Rogers Communications- and Shaw Communications-owned Shomi bought the 13-part show from distributor 20^th Century Fox Television Distribution.

The show, which debuted internationally at the 2014 LA Screenings, has performed well for US broadcast network ABC, and was renewed for a second run last month.

Fresh Off the Boat is based on celebrity chef Huang’s experiences growing up in an Asian-American family. 20^th Century Fox Television produces the show along with Fierce Baby Productions and The Detective Agency.