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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Sullivan's Crossing' Season 3: Chad Michael Murray, Morgan Kohan face make-or-break moment for Cal and Maggie
In Sullivan's Crossing Season 3, Episode 6, things get heated between Cal (Chad Michael Murray) and Maggie (Morgan Kohan). After she told Cal that she didn't want to move in with him, the question is whether their relationship will last. Additionally, it's an uphill battle for Rob (Reid Price), who has to fix up the lodge in just two weeks when the health and safety officer returns. But additional snags make Rob's dream diner look almost impossible to achieve. Starting with the lodge, Jacob (Joel Oulette) is able to identify that there's "wet rot," a fungus that gets into wood when it's damp. Rob has to replace the infected parts and treat the rest to make sure it doesn't spread. But things get worse when they find a giant water stain on the floor, meaning all the plumbing has to be replaced. Luckily, Cooper (Steve Lund) agrees to have the guys from the fire station help at the lodge, so Rob can, hopefully, make the two-week deadline. But when one of the firefighters gets stomach pain, can't breathe and eventually develops a rash, the question is whether there's possibly something at the lodge that caused the reaction. Sully (Scott Patterson) is feeling guilty about not checking the condition of the lodge before promising the space to Rob. But when Helen (Kate Vernon) comes over to comfort him, she convinces Sully to take a yoga class to ease his mind, as much as possible. On the way back from the class, Helen probes about something Sully's wanted to do that can push him out of his comfort zone. Sully reveals that he's always wanted to try ballroom dancing, and she recommends they look into taking classes together. Meanwhile, Edna (Andrea Menard) is facing her own medical issues. After experiencing possible menopause symptoms, she finally goes to see a doctor about hot flashes, feeling anxious and getting headaches. But when she gets there, the doctor is quite dismissive, saying that she didn't book a physical and she should make an appointment with an OBGYN. Frank (Tom Jackson) is furious about how she was treated, but following that appointment, Edna tells him she's thinking about retiring. Now on to the tense relationship between Cal and Maggie. While Maggie wants to have a conversation with Cal about where they stand, he's more interested in channelling the awkwardness into fixing the lodge. Eventually talking, Maggie says she feels Cal has "some things to work out" before they move in together, but Cal questions whether it's really him that's the problem. At the hospital, following the incident with the firefighter who was working on the lodge, Cal says he thought that they were going to move their relationship forward. And says Maggie isn't being honest to herself about why she doesn't want to move in with him. "I think there's something you're holding back, Maggie," Cal says. "And until you figure that out, I just don't think there's anything left to talk about." Maggie tries to talks to Sully about it, but they're interrupted when Helen, who's coming out of the shower at Sully's place, comes downstairs. Then, while Maggie thought her mom was calling, it was Walter (Peter Outerbridge) on the line. Maggie calls him out for telling her that her father didn't want to have anything to do with her. "I was just trying to protect you, Maggie," he says in response, adding that he thinks she should be moving back to Boston to continue to pursue her career as a surgeon. Maggie stresses that she didn't leave Boston because of Walter, the Crossing is her home. But that conversation was enough to go back to Cal, running to his house in the rain. Maggie tells Cal he was right, she hasn't been honest with herself. "I'm scared of making a mistake," Maggie says. "I'm scared of losing myself." "I spent my entire life trying to be perfect, trying to prove that I was someone worth loving, and I am scared that if we do this that you're going to wake up one day and realize that I'm not what you want." "I know how hard it is for you to let yourself trust someone, " Cal says in response. "I need you to give me a chance. Give us a chance. I love you, Maggie. I just want to make you happy. If you'll let me." And some passionate making out, and a little more, implies that things end up OK between the show's star couple. Speaking of romance, Jacob and Lola (Amalia Williamson) spend more time together, as she helps him with his research on lichens. That's when they share their first kiss. But the shut down mine they were waiting out the storm in seems to collapse to end the episode. Hopefully they're OK when we see the new couple next week.
The Province
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Province
Chad Michael Murray pokes fun at his teenage Crush status
Actor sounds off on his former heartthrob status and his love for Canada Chad Michael Murray stars in a new campaign for Crush Zero Sugar. Photo by Crush Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Chad Michael Murray's latest project is proof that he can take a joke. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. 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THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Starring in a campaign for the new Crush Zero Sugar beverage, the former teen heartthrob and current Sullivan's Crossing star is branded in the advertisement as, 'Your first crush, all grown up.' 'The tongue-in-cheek aspect of it is so silly,' Murray says. 'And I just appreciate it so much.' Speaking by phone from a car while 'cruising the streets of Toronto' for a busy media day, Murray didn't seem too bothered about the idea of being referred to as one of the millennial generation's beloved poster boys. Although, he admits he never quite got used to the heightened female fandom that peaked from 2003 through 2012 during his lengthy run on the TV show One Tree Hill. 'It's kind of bizarre,' he says with a laugh. 'I don't know if you can actually get a grasp of it.' Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Chad Michael Murray as Lucas in the show One Tree Hill. © The WB While he can look back now at the fan obsession with his younger self with a better perspective — 'Wow, what a crazy time,' he says — Murray recalls feeling uncomfortable with the attention during a point where he wasn't always so easy on himself. 'When you're in it, it's like when you look in the mirror and you see the imperfections right in the reflection? And you're like, 'Oh, well, this isn't right. This isn't right. This isn't right,'' Murray says. 'I think we tend to get, as humans, hyper focused sometimes on the things that aren't necessarily there. And not on the things that are right.' When you search for 'Chad Michael Murray' on Google these days, the addition of the word 'young' is returned as one of the top search results (Murray says he doesn't Google himself). Thanks to streaming, the actor's fanbase continues to grow among younger generations discovering his early films, like Freaky Friday with Lindsay Lohan and The Cinderella Story with Hilary Duff, on their favourite online platforms. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'Honestly, what a blessing. What a blessing in this current world of streaming where One Tree Hill can have another life,' the 43-year-old actor says. 'The fact that (the show) was able to stand the test of time, that is just a wonderful pat on the back that it was a job well done. I feel really blessed to have been a part of it.' Unlike early generations of celebrities, where photos from red carpet appearances may not have become available beyond the entertainment wires, Murray is among the stars whose back catalogue of event images — and outfits — can be found online with the click of a key. Murray cringes at some of his aughts-era fashion picks. 'I just laugh at all the god-awful choices I've made over the years,' he says. 'You know, I had to try it. I had to try to make sure I didn't like it.' As for Murray's first crush — beyond the soda, of course, as the actor says he was a big fan of Crush as a teen — the actor pointed to Dick Tracy-era Madonna as the first to come to mind. 'That was the specific moment I think I realized, like, wait a second, she's pretty,' Murray says of the superstar singer's turn in the 1990 film. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. While based in Buffalo, New York, the American actor has a special connection to Canada. Throughout his career, Murray has spent a fair amount of time filming in Hollywood North. 'I absolutely love it,' Murray says of the country. 'I feel so at home. I love filming in Nova Scotia. I love filming in Canada in general, but Nova Scotia is like the best hidden gem in North America. The community has really embraced myself and my family, and we've embraced them.' Canadians, Murray adds are 'the best.' Cue: collective swoon. News BC Lions Local News Vancouver Whitecaps Vancouver Canucks
Vancouver Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Chad Michael Murray pokes fun at his teenage Crush status
Chad Michael Murray's latest project is proof that he can take a joke. Starring in a campaign for the new Crush Zero Sugar beverage, the former teen heartthrob and current Sullivan's Crossing star is branded in the advertisement as, 'Your first crush, all grown up.' 'The tongue-in-cheek aspect of it is so silly,' Murray says. 'And I just appreciate it so much.' Speaking by phone from a car while 'cruising the streets of Toronto' for a busy media day, Murray didn't seem too bothered about the idea of being referred to as one of the millennial generation's beloved poster boys. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Although, he admits he never quite got used to the heightened female fandom that peaked from 2003 through 2012 during his lengthy run on the TV show One Tree Hill. 'It's kind of bizarre,' he says with a laugh. 'I don't know if you can actually get a grasp of it.' While he can look back now at the fan obsession with his younger self with a better perspective — 'Wow, what a crazy time,' he says — Murray recalls feeling uncomfortable with the attention during a point where he wasn't always so easy on himself. 'When you're in it, it's like when you look in the mirror and you see the imperfections right in the reflection? And you're like, 'Oh, well, this isn't right. This isn't right. This isn't right,'' Murray says. 'I think we tend to get, as humans, hyper focused sometimes on the things that aren't necessarily there. And not on the things that are right.' When you search for 'Chad Michael Murray' on Google these days, the addition of the word 'young' is returned as one of the top search results (Murray says he doesn't Google himself). Thanks to streaming, the actor's fanbase continues to grow among younger generations discovering his early films, like Freaky Friday with Lindsay Lohan and The Cinderella Story with Hilary Duff, on their favourite online platforms. 'Honestly, what a blessing. What a blessing in this current world of streaming where One Tree Hill can have another life,' the 43-year-old actor says. 'The fact that (the show) was able to stand the test of time, that is just a wonderful pat on the back that it was a job well done. I feel really blessed to have been a part of it.' Unlike early generations of celebrities, where photos from red carpet appearances may not have become available beyond the entertainment wires, Murray is among the stars whose back catalogue of event images — and outfits — can be found online with the click of a key. Murray cringes at some of his aughts-era fashion picks. 'I just laugh at all the god-awful choices I've made over the years,' he says. 'You know, I had to try it. I had to try to make sure I didn't like it.' As for Murray's first crush — beyond the soda, of course, as the actor says he was a big fan of Crush as a teen — the actor pointed to Dick Tracy-era Madonna as the first to come to mind. 'That was the specific moment I think I realized, like, wait a second, she's pretty,' Murray says of the superstar singer's turn in the 1990 film. While based in Buffalo, New York, the American actor has a special connection to Canada. Throughout his career, Murray has spent a fair amount of time filming in Hollywood North. 'I absolutely love it,' Murray says of the country. 'I feel so at home. I love filming in Nova Scotia. I love filming in Canada in general, but Nova Scotia is like the best hidden gem in North America. The community has really embraced myself and my family, and we've embraced them.' Canadians, Murray adds are 'the best.' Cue: collective swoon.
Hamilton Spectator
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
‘Sullivan's Crossing' is a ‘life-preserver in tumultuous times': Canadian showrunner
TORONTO - For Roma Roth, setting her show 'Sullivan's Crossing' in Nova Scotia is a way to showcase more of Canada on the small screen. The London, Ont.-born executive producer and showrunner — who also works on the soapy Netflix series 'Virgin River' shot in British Columbia — says it was time to introduce more of Canada as a crown jewel to American audiences. 'I wanted to show that you could ... create a series that was successful being set in Canada as Canada,' Roth said in a recent interview promoting the third season of the show, which airs Sundays on CTV. 'I've seen 'Squid Game,' for example, on Netflix, which is in Korean, and I figured if people are watching Korean shows they can watch a show that's set in Canada and we could show a beautiful setting like Halifax to the world.' Based on the Colorado-set book series of the same name by Robyn Carr, Roth's reimagination of 'Sullivan's Crossing' takes place in the fictionalized Nova Scotia town of Timberlake to follow the former Boston-based neurosurgeon Maggie (Morgan Kohan) as she navigates her blossoming relationship with Cal, played by Chad Michael Murray, and her dad Sully, played by Scott Patterson. East Coast scenery adds idyllic charm to the drama, with Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia's coastline and the quintessentially colourful Maritime architecture of Halifax's North End neighbourhood featured prominently. Bell Media says the show's second season was its most-watched Canadian drama of the 2023-24 broadcast year, and data from Numeris shows the early episodes of Season 3 have made it the #1 Canadian drama on CTV. The show's first two seasons were added to Netflix last month. In the U.S, 'Sullivan's Crossing' airs on the CW. Roth also runs Reel World Management, a production company that finances and develops feature and television productions, including 'Virgin River.' She's been in the business for more than two decades working on a variety of genres including thrillers and rom-coms. She said she sees 'Sullivan's Crossing' as an 'evergreen' comfort watch and is happy to leave the characters untouched by current politics. 'It's supposed to be a show that's a life-preserver in tumultuous times for people. We're trying to … give the audience journeys with the characters that they can identify with and connect with, so you have to walk a fine line between aspirational television and meaningful and deep storylines. I think the goal is for the show to walk that line carefully.' Roth is a longtime member of the Writers Guild of Canada and produces 'Sullivan's Crossing' under its jurisdiction, but was recently expelled from the Writers Guild of America for allegedly working in the 'Sullivan's Crossing' writers room during the nearly five-month WGA strike in 2023. The decision to expel Roth was upheld by members of the guild in a vote on May 9 after Roth appealed the union's initial decision to expel her in February, according to a report from the WGA's trial committee obtained by The Canadian Press. The WGA did not reply to a request for comment. Roth denies the allegation that she wrote during the strike. 'Sullivan's Crossing is a Canadian series and didn't involve any struck companies so it is disheartening to see a union that is supposed to protect its members turning on its own,' she said Saturday in an emailed statement. In a letter to WGA members, Roth said she hired a number of writers — including her twin sister Rosana Roth — under the Canadian guild to keep working on the show when the strike began. She says photo evidence used in the hearing that led to her expulsion shows her sister working in the writers' room. A statement from a Bell Media spokesperson says Roth's expulsion will have 'no impact' on the current third season of 'Sullivan's Crossing.' The network values 'our partnership with Roma Roth and look forward to continuing to work with her,' the statement reads. While Season 2 ends with an anguished Maggie and Cal looking onto a diner fire with Sully still inside the building, Season 3 opens seemingly a few days or weeks later with all the characters back at the crossing alive and well, with the fallout from the fire being revealed throughout the first episode. It's also a 'spicy season,' Roth said, adding viewers can expect to see Maggie and Cal's relationship heating up and some new characters being introduced. Michael Murray, who found fame in the early 2000s playing heartthrob characters on 'Gilmore Girls' and 'One Tree Hill,' says he's increasingly being recognized by fans for his part in 'Sullivan's Crossing' — especially among fans in the U.S. 'It's all over the States. I think more people are going to flock to (the show) at a time where people especially need content that chills you out, brings peace,' he said. Michael Murray and Kohan say they're most excited for fans to see how their characters' relationship plays out on the screen. 'This year we get to do a bit more playing,' Michael Murray said. 'These characters really continue to evolve and get out of their comfort zone and discover each other and learn about each other.' Kohan, who was born in Summerland, B.C., said viewers will be excited to finally get to see them dating, and the season will see them go through challenges. 'We get to see them come up against a couple hurdles together, like whether love is enough, as they get into the nitty gritty of it all,' she said. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 18, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
‘Sullivan's Crossing' is a ‘life-preserver in tumultuous times': Canadian showrunner
TORONTO – For Roma Roth, setting her show 'Sullivan's Crossing' in Nova Scotia is a way to showcase more of Canada on the small screen. The London, Ont.-born executive producer and showrunner — who also works on the soapy Netflix series 'Virgin River' shot in British Columbia — says it was time to introduce more of Canada as a crown jewel to American audiences. 'I wanted to show that you could … create a series that was successful being set in Canada as Canada,' Roth said in a recent interview promoting the third season of the show, which airs Sundays on CTV. 'I've seen 'Squid Game,' for example, on Netflix, which is in Korean, and I figured if people are watching Korean shows they can watch a show that's set in Canada and we could show a beautiful setting like Halifax to the world.' Based on the Colorado-set book series of the same name by Robyn Carr, Roth's reimagination of 'Sullivan's Crossing' takes place in the fictionalized Nova Scotia town of Timberlake to follow the former Boston-based neurosurgeon Maggie (Morgan Kohan) as she navigates her blossoming relationship with Cal, played by Chad Michael Murray, and her dad Sully, played by Scott Patterson. East Coast scenery adds idyllic charm to the drama, with Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia's coastline and the quintessentially colourful Maritime architecture of Halifax's North End neighbourhood featured prominently. Bell Media says the show's second season was its most-watched Canadian drama of the 2023-24 broadcast year, and data from Numeris shows the early episodes of Season 3 have made it the #1 Canadian drama on CTV. The show's first two seasons were added to Netflix last month. In the U.S, 'Sullivan's Crossing' airs on the CW. Roth also runs Reel World Management, a production company that finances and develops feature and television productions, including 'Virgin River.' She's been in the business for more than two decades working on a variety of genres including thrillers and rom-coms. She said she sees 'Sullivan's Crossing' as an 'evergreen' comfort watch and is happy to leave the characters untouched by current politics. 'It's supposed to be a show that's a life-preserver in tumultuous times for people. We're trying to … give the audience journeys with the characters that they can identify with and connect with, so you have to walk a fine line between aspirational television and meaningful and deep storylines. I think the goal is for the show to walk that line carefully.' Roth is a longtime member of the Writers Guild of Canada and produces 'Sullivan's Crossing' under its jurisdiction, but was recently expelled from the Writers Guild of America for allegedly working in the 'Sullivan's Crossing' writers room during the nearly five-month WGA strike in 2023. The decision to expel Roth was upheld by members of the guild in a vote on May 9 after Roth appealed the union's initial decision to expel her in February, according to a report from the WGA's trial committee obtained by The Canadian Press. The WGA did not reply to a request for comment. Roth denies the allegation that she wrote during the strike. 'Sullivan's Crossing is a Canadian series and didn't involve any struck companies so it is disheartening to see a union that is supposed to protect its members turning on its own,' she said Saturday in an emailed statement. In a letter to WGA members, Roth said she hired a number of writers — including her twin sister Rosana Roth — under the Canadian guild to keep working on the show when the strike began. She says photo evidence used in the hearing that led to her expulsion shows her sister working in the writers' room. A statement from a Bell Media spokesperson says Roth's expulsion will have 'no impact' on the current third season of 'Sullivan's Crossing.' The network values 'our partnership with Roma Roth and look forward to continuing to work with her,' the statement reads. While Season 2 ends with an anguished Maggie and Cal looking onto a diner fire with Sully still inside the building, Season 3 opens seemingly a few days or weeks later with all the characters back at the crossing alive and well, with the fallout from the fire being revealed throughout the first episode. It's also a 'spicy season,' Roth said, adding viewers can expect to see Maggie and Cal's relationship heating up and some new characters being introduced. Michael Murray, who found fame in the early 2000s playing heartthrob characters on 'Gilmore Girls' and 'One Tree Hill,' says he's increasingly being recognized by fans for his part in 'Sullivan's Crossing' — especially among fans in the U.S. 'It's all over the States. I think more people are going to flock to (the show) at a time where people especially need content that chills you out, brings peace,' he said. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Michael Murray and Kohan say they're most excited for fans to see how their characters' relationship plays out on the screen. 'This year we get to do a bit more playing,' Michael Murray said. 'These characters really continue to evolve and get out of their comfort zone and discover each other and learn about each other.' Kohan, who was born in Summerland, B.C., said viewers will be excited to finally get to see them dating, and the season will see them go through challenges. 'We get to see them come up against a couple hurdles together, like whether love is enough, as they get into the nitty gritty of it all,' she said. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 18, 2025.
