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Sullivan's Crossing is a Canadian drama that takes place in Nova Scotia. The story follows Maggie Sullivan, a brilliant neurosurgeon whose bustling life in Boston comes to a sudden halt following a scandal. Seeking solace and peace, she returns to the beautiful countryside of her childhood hometown of Sullivan's Crossing.
Based on the books by Robyn Carr, the show dives into themes of healing, second chances, and self-discovery. In the process of Maggie reconnecting with her estranged father and meeting a new guy in town, she rediscovers the simple joys and enduring bonds of her past.
With the second season coming to a close on June 9, 2024, Sullivan's Crossing is to continue its story with season 3. As per TheCinemaholic, filming for the third season will start on August 1 and will continue till November. As fans wait for the upcoming season to arrive, here is a list of ten shows that they can watch in the meantime.
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Virgin River, Schitt's Creek, and more — 10 best shows to watch if you love Sullivan's Crossing
1) Virgin River
Virgin River is an adaptation of another series of books by Robyn Carr. The Netflix drama takes place in the wilderness of Northern California. Reeling from a personal tragedy, Melinda "Mel" Monroe—a registered nurse practitioner and midwife—has to leave the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles and move to a small, sleepy town for a fresh start. But life in Virgin River is not as easy as Mel expected it to be.
Throughout the series, Mel navigates the challenges of her new job, community dynamics, and her healing and self-discovery. With its themes of loss, love, and a second chance at life, fans of Sullivan's Crossing might find this show worth a watch.
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2) Dawson's Creek
Dawson's Creek is a teenage coming-of-age drama that chronicles the agony and ecstasy of adolescence. It follows the story of a tight-knit clique of friends in the fictional town of Capeside, Massachusetts, as they grapple with the emotional trials and tribulations of immature love, innocence, and growing up.
Many fans and critics praise the series for its brilliant dialogue, complex character development, and sensitive exploration of universal themes such as identity, friendship, and ambition. Fans of Sullivan's Crossing will relate to the show with its storytelling set against picturesque backgrounds that depict characters who are searching for a new start and personal growth.
3) SkyMed
SkyMed is a thrilling medical drama series canvassing the lives of a dynamic group of nurses and pilots. These characters work their way through the trials and tribulations of emergency air rescue in remote Northern Canada. They fly over rugged, spectacular landscapes and get into life-and-death situations that test their skills as professionals and their very mettle as people.
Where Sullivan's Crossing explores personal growth and healing in a small town, SkyMed is about a place of kinship and human struggle in the high-stress, ever-changing world of air rescue.
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4) The Baxters
Not to be confused with the 1979 sitcom of the same name, The Baxters on Amazon Prime Video is a drama that traces the Baxter family across the many complicated matters of love, faith, and personal growth. Based on the best-selling Redemption novels by Karen Kingsbury, it follows the intertwined stories of the Baxter siblings—career setbacks, romantic entanglements, and personal discovery—headed by the matriarch Elizabeth Baxter.
Fans of Sullivan's Crossing will relate to The Baxters as both series deal with the premise of personal redemption and the power of familial love within a community. Just as Sullivan's Crossing depicts finding solace and a new start in life with the comfort of the surrounding community, The Baxters has interwoven stories about the importance of family, faith, and resolute strength.
5) When Calls the Heart
When Calls the Heart is a period drama from Hallmark Channel in a Canadian frontier town in the early 20th century. The show follows Elizabeth Thatcher, a young, feisty, and determined schoolteacher who goes from living a life of luxury to a practical pioneering life in a small coal-mining town.
When Calls the Heart tells of community, resilience, and love. Elizabeth's self-growth and new relationships within the town shine light on the themes of finding oneself and one's purpose in a small community. Just like Sullivan's Crossing, this series underlines the strength of community and the healing that human connections can bring about.
6) Schitt's Creek
This Canadian comedy sitcom details the life, fall, and rise of the once-upscale Rose family. When video store magnate Johnny Rose and his family suddenly find themselves broke, they move to Schitt's Creek, a small, quirky town they once bought as a joke. Robbed of their fortune, the Roses—Johnny, his dramatizing wife Moira, and their two entitled adult children, David and Alexis—must learn to live with their poor circumstances.
A critically acclaimed series that won many prestigious awards, there is much for fans of Sullivan's Crossing to enjoy in Schitt's Creek. Both shows deal with themes of personal growth, community, and the journey to self-discovery. Where Sullivan's Crossing deals with emotional healing and a new beginning in a quaint town, Schitt's Creek tackles similar themes with humor and heart.
7) The Ranch
The Ranch is a comedy-drama series set in the Colorado mountains. It follows Colt Bennett, a one-time semi-pro footballer who returns to the family ranch after losing the professional footballer contract he hoped for. Back with his stern and grumpy father, Beau, and older brother Rooster, Colt's return to ranch life is full of complexities as he attempts to mend the many relationships he left behind.
Both series dig into the matters of personal redemption, issues of family dynamics, and the healing power of a supportive community. Just like Sullivan's Crossing explored new beginnings and emotional growth in an intimate setting, so does The Ranch provide an emotional tale of coming home, repairing relations, and finally discovering one's place in the world.
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8) Everwood
Everwood is a drama series that delves into the world of healing, growth, and community. It follows the story of neurosurgeon Dr. Andy Brown, who moves his family from New York City to the very quaint town of Everwood, Colorado, following the sudden death of his wife. Canceled after four seasons, TV Guide named Everwood as one of "The Best Shows You May Not Be Watching" in 2003.
Sullivan's Crossing and Everwood share pervasive themes of second chances and heart-healing in a small, close-knit community. Both series revolve around relationships, self-discovery, and the power of community support.
9) Brothers And Sisters
Brothers And Sisters is a drama series that introduces viewers to the Walkers: a wealthy, perfect, and seemingly together California family whose lives take a dramatic turn for the worst after the death of their revered patriarch, William Walker. The show follows how matriarch Nora Walker and her five grown-up kids navigate their personal and professional lives in the process of managing relationships, family, and business dealings together, unearthing some very dark secrets that will force them to work on building even stronger bonds.
While the initial critical reception was lukewarm, the series eventually garnered critical acclaim. Sally Fields even won an Emmy and SAG award for her portrayal of Nora Walker. Both Sullivan's Crossing and Brothers And Sisters explore family, personal growth, and communities that are strong in support.
10) Gilmore Girls
Gilmore Girls is a widely acclaimed dramedy that portrays the life of a single mom, Lorelai Gilmore, and her daughter, Rory, as they work through life in the fictional town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut. The series captures a look at mother-daughter relationships and their journeys of romance, friendship, and career.
Like Sullivan's Crossing, at the center of Gilmore Girls are themes of family importance, community, and the quest for personal happiness set in a small town.
These are some TV shows that fans of Sullivan's Crossing can watch and enjoy while awaiting its third season. Stay tuned for more news and updates.
