Contemporary off the heels of a massively profitable first two seasons on CTV community in Canada, Sullivan’s Crossing lastly returns for a second season on October 2nd on the CW community.
The present’s huge success may be attributed to a number of issues. The collection boasts an all-star solid that includes Chad Michael Murray and Scott Patterson, who’re fan favourites from their iconic roles on “One Tree Hill” and “Gilmore Girls” respectively. Canadian sweetheart, Morgan Kohan, brings a local feel to the production. This beloved trio helps bring to life a heartwarming drama that is a breath of fresh air in today’s television landscape. Sullivan’s Crossing captivates viewers with its deep exploration of redemption and reconciliation. It thoughtfully addresses the relatable themes of trauma and hardship, guiding its characters – and its viewers – through the process of overcoming obstacles, uncovering truths and forging paths toward forgiveness.
Where We Left Off…
In season 1, neurosurgeon Maggie Sullivan, portrayed by Kohan, returns to Sullivan’s Crossing following a medical malpractice lawsuit. The Crossing, owned by her father Sully – played by Patterson – is a scenic campground nestled in the stunning landscapes of Nova Scotia, Canada. Sullivan’s Crossing is steeped in Maggie’s personal history, filled with both cherished and painful memories. Her father’s battle with alcoholism led to his separation from Maggie’s mother, Phoebe, portrayed by Lynda Boyd, when Maggie was just a child. The last image Maggie holds from that time is of her mother pulling her away from her heartbroken father, as they left for a fresh start in Boston. Now, as an adult, Maggie has a successful career and is in a relationship with fellow doctor Andrew, played by Canadian actor Allan Hawco. Maggie’s life in Boston appears picture perfect, but it quickly becomes clear that she isn’t genuinely happy. Her life has largely been dictated by her mother and step-father, and although Andrew is the ideal mate according to her mother, Maggie isn’t truly in love with him.
“Sins of the Father” – SULLIVAN’S CROSSING. Pictured: Morgan Kohan as Maggie Sullivan, Lynda Boyd as Phoebe Lancaster, Allan Hawco as Andrew Mathews, Peter Outerbridge as Walter Lancaster. Picture: Bell Media ©2023. All Rights Reserved.
Throughout her time at Sullivan’s Crossing, Maggie encounters Cal Jones, portrayed by the enigmatic Murray. Cal is a charismatic, empathetic nomad looking for solace after his spouse’s demise. Maggie feels a direct pull in direction of Cal, which stirs inner battle as she grapples together with her rising emotions for him and her dedication to Andrew. Regardless of her coronary heart’s needs, Maggie stays certain by what she believes others count on of her, and hesitates to veer astray. Communication is a wrestle between Maggie and her estranged father, Sully, a problem that was weaved all through the season. Maggie harbors unresolved emotions of abandonment and resentment in direction of him and Sully can by no means appear to search out the fitting phrases to make up for the truth that he was absent for many of Maggie’s life. Including to Maggie’s frustration, is having to witness the shut bond between Sully and Lola, portrayed by Amalia Williamson- a relationship that Maggie at all times desired to have together with her father. To make issues worse, Lola seems to have it out for Maggie, and takes pleasure in flaunting her reference to Sully in Maggie’s face. In the meantime, Sully confronted his personal disaster as monetary troubles threatened to shut Sullivan’s Crossing, driving him again to alcohol regardless of being sober for a number of years.
“Detours” – SULLIVAN’S CROSSING. Pictured: Morgan Kohan as Maggie Sullivan and Scott Patterson as Sully Sullivan. Picture: Bell Media ©2023. All Rights Reserved.
As Maggie and Cal’s connection deepened, a hostile go to from Andrew lastly compelled Maggie’s hand and she or he ended issues with him. The break-up drew Maggie to Cal even additional and their burgeoning emotions lastly culminated in a kiss. Earlier than the 2 might focus on issues, Maggie returned to Boston to confront her trial, which was ultimately dismissed. Cal left the Crossing to scatter his spouse’s ashes, forsaking a observe for Maggie, which Lola intercepted, deceptive Maggie into pondering Cal left with out saying goodbye.
Within the season finale, feelings peaked as Maggie confronted Sully, accusing him of abandoning her. She additionally found that she is pregnant with Andrew’s child. In a poignant flashback, Sully recalled the day Maggie left for Boston. In his drunken state, he unintentionally struck Lola who was on a bicycle along with his automotive, resulting in her prolonged rehabilitation. This revelation added a layer of tragic complexity to the already tumultuous relationships.
“Aftershock” – SULLIVAN’S CROSSING. Pictured: Morgan Kohan as Maggie Sullivan and Chad Michael Murray as Cal Jones. Picture: Bell Media ©2023. All Rights Reserved.
One other spotlight of the present is the dynamic ensemble solid, with every character bringing their very own distinctive appeal and depth. Frank and Edna, performed by Tom Jackson and Andrea Menard, assist run the Crossing alongside Sully. Their lovely relationship is a pure instance of real love and their knowledge and their innate knowledge and kindness gives the right steadiness to maintain Sully grounded and to assist information Maggie in direction of true happiness. The sibling duo of Rob and Sydney, portrayed by Reid Value and Lindura, exemplifies a supportive and caring brother-sister relationship. Rob, as a single dad or mum operating a enterprise, has little or no time to dedicate to his son, and Sydney steps up considerably to be there for him, all whereas harboring a secret about her personal troubled previous that continues to be unknown by viewers thus far. By season’s finish, Sydney, feeling she might have overstayed her welcome, moved out of Rob’s home and in with firefighter Rafe, performed by Dakota Taylor, who has emotions for her, however she has but to completely let him in. Including to the solid are Connie, Tom and their son, Jackson, who discover themselves tangled within the emotional challenges of a divorce, with Jackson feeling caught within the center and pressured to satisfy his father’s expectations.
SULLIVAN’S CROSSING: Pictured: Tom Jackson as Frank Cranebear and Andrea Menard as Edna Cranebear. Picture: Bell Media ©2024. All Rights Reserved.
What can Viewers Count on in Season 2?
In a latest interview with Bell Media, showrunner Roma Roth, assured followers that season 2 of the collection can be full of much more emotion, drama and cliffhangers. The season opens mere hours after Maggie discovers that her father suffered a stroke. Racked with guilt over their final encounter with one another, Maggie resolves to stay on the Crossing to look after Sully. Concern deepens as Sully’s physician suspects his signs would possibly point out a extra severe situation and orders extra exams. In the meantime, Sully struggles with a nagging sense that he has forgotten one thing essential – clearly he has forgotten what he did to Lola and it will likely be intriguing to see if, upon remembering, he decides to proceed concealing the key or if he’ll select to confront and settle for the repercussion of his actions.
Unable to flee to Boston and depart her troubles behind, Maggie is compelled to confront her blended emotions about her father and deal with her deepening emotions for Cal. The season kicks off with Maggie feeling betrayed by Cal’s abrupt departure with out a goodbye, prompting her to maintain her distance. One of many photos for the episode portrays Cal showing to be pleading with Maggie. Hopefully the 2 are capable of have an trustworthy dialog of what occurred, and Cal can reveal what he wrote in his letter to her, in individual. Nevertheless, there may be nonetheless a significant roadblock for these two- Maggie’s being pregnant. She initially chooses to maintain it a secret whereas planning to return to Boston as soon as her father recovers. How will she reveal the information to Cal? Will she do what her head is telling her is right- get again along with Andrew and lift their baby collectively? Or will she lastly observe her coronary heart and select to be with Cal, ought to he select to simply accept her baby?
“Guilt Trip” – SULLIVAN’S CROSSING. Pictured: Morgan Kohan as Maggie Sullivan and Chad Michael Murray as Cal Jones. Picture: Bell Media ©2024. All Rights Reserved.
Lastly, Maggie’s plans to return to Boston are delayed when she learns that the Crossing is up for public sale. She is set to assist save her father’s legacy and in doing so, will she start to prioritize what actually issues to her? Or will she proceed down the trail of residing the life that she feels is anticipated of her?
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