Contemporary off the heels of a massively profitable first season, Sullivan’s Crossing returns for a second season this Sunday on the CTV community in Canada. Sadly, our neighbours to the south should wait fairly a bit longer because the CW will possible air the second season as a part of its Fall lineup.
The present’s huge success will 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 Women” respectively. Canadian sweetheart, Morgan Kohan, brings an area really feel to the manufacturing. This beloved trio helps deliver to life a heartwarming drama that may be a breath of contemporary air in right this moment’s tv panorama. 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 – by the method of overcoming obstacles, uncovering truths and forging paths towards forgiveness.
The place 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 – performed by Patterson – is a scenic campground nestled within the gorgeous landscapes of Nova Scotia, Canada. Sullivan’s Crossing is steeped in Maggie’s private historical past, stuffed with each cherished and painful recollections. Her father’s battle with alcoholism led to his separation from Maggie’s mom, Phoebe, portrayed by Lynda Boyd, when Maggie was only a youngster. The final picture Maggie holds from that point is of her mom pulling her away from her heartbroken father, as they left for a contemporary begin in Boston. Now, as an grownup, Maggie has a profitable profession and is in a relationship with fellow physician Andrew, performed by Canadian actor Allan Hawco. Maggie’s life in Boston seems image good, nevertheless it shortly turns into clear that she isn’t genuinely comfortable. Her life has largely been dictated by her mom and step-father, and though Andrew is the best mate in response to her mom, Maggie isn’t really 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. Photograph: 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 an instantaneous pull in the direction of Cal, which stirs inside battle as she grapples along with her rising emotions for him and her dedication to Andrew. Regardless of her coronary heart’s needs, Maggie stays sure by what she believes others count on of her, and hesitates to veer off track. Communication is a battle between Maggie and her estranged father, Sully, a difficulty that was weaved all through the season. Maggie harbors unresolved emotions of abandonment and resentment in the direction of him and Sully can by no means appear to seek out the proper 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 all the time desired to have along 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. Photograph: Bell Media ©2023. All Rights Reserved.
As Maggie and Cal’s connection deepened, a hostile go to from Andrew lastly pressured Maggie’s hand and he or she 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 may talk about 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 be aware 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. Photograph: 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 stunning relationship is a pure instance of real love and their knowledge and their innate knowledge and kindness gives the proper steadiness to maintain Sully grounded and to assist information Maggie in the 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 father or mother working 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 up to now. 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 fulfill his father’s expectations.
SULLIVAN’S CROSSING: Pictured: Tom Jackson as Frank Cranebear and Andrea Menard as Edna Cranebear. Photograph: Bell Media ©2024. All Rights Reserved.
What can Viewers Anticipate in Season 2?
In a current interview with Bell Media, showrunner Roma Roth, assured followers that season 2 of the collection could be filled with 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 critical situation and orders further assessments. 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 will probably 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 pressured to confront her combined emotions about her father and handle her deepening emotions for Cal. The season kicks off with Maggie feeling betrayed by Cal’s abrupt departure with no 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 in a position to have an sincere dialog of what occurred, and Cal can reveal what he wrote in his letter to her, in individual. Nevertheless, there’s 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 youngster collectively? Or will she lastly observe her coronary heart and select to be with Cal, ought to he select to just accept her youngster?
“Guilt Journey” – SULLIVAN’S CROSSING. Pictured: Morgan Kohan as Maggie Sullivan and Chad Michael Murray as Cal Jones. Photograph: 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 decided 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 dwelling the life that she feels is anticipated of her?
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