Scott Patterson isn’t the only Sullivan’s Crossing star who has made a shocking departure from the show.
Based on the book series by Robyn Carr, Sullivan’s Crossing centers around neurosurgeon Maggie (Morgan Kohan) after she moves back home to rural Nova Scotia to reconnect with her estranged father, Sully (Scott Patterson). The brief getaway turns into Maggie making plans for a future in Sullivan’s Crossing with love interest Cal (Chad Michael Murray).
Season 3 of the hit series, which started streaming on Netflix in August 2025, ended on a shocking note when Maggie and Cal’s relationship was affected by her secret husband, Liam (Marcus Rosner), strolling into town.
“I’m absolutely thrilled that Sullivan’s Crossing is returning for a fourth season,” showrunner Roma Roth said in a statement at the time about what fans can look forward to. “Seeing it resonate with a global audience and watching the ratings climb have been a dream come true. Season 4 will explore themes of change and transformation so you can expect a whole new set of exciting and emotional challenges for Maggie and Cal.”
Elsewhere in the season, Sully left on a getaway to Ireland with his girlfriend, and Edna (Andrea Menard) and Frank (Tom Jackson) also contemplated moving on from the campground.
Luxury Handbag Shopping exclusively broke the news in March 2026 that Patterson exited the series before season 4.
“Season 3 of Sullivan’s Crossing ended with Sully leaving for Ireland, beginning a new chapter in his life. Season 4 picks up the next day, with Sully still overseas,” Roth shared with Us. “While he isn’t physically present in this season, the character remains an important part of the world with the potential to be included in future seasons should that align with the ongoing creative.”
Keep scrolling for other shocking cast departures from Sullivan’s Crossing:
Scott Patterson
Despite playing Sully Sullivan of Sullivan’s Crossing, Us broke the news in March 2026 that Scott Patterson wouldn’t be reprising the role — at least in season 4 — of the hit show.
Allan Hawco
As Andrew’s role in Maggie’s life got smaller, so did Allan Hawco’s screen time on the show.
Lauren Hammersley
While Connie’s presence on Sullivan’s Crossing has decreased, fans of Robyn Carr’s books can venture over to Virgin River to see Lauren Hammersley on their screens.
T. Thomason
Connie’s son, Jackson, also ended up featured less since Sullivan’s Crossing originally premiered.
