It looks like things are going to look a little different when we tune into Sullivan’s Crossing season 4.
With new episodes of the hit drama premiering on Monday, April 20, 2026, on the CW, fans are eager to get back in step with the folks living at the Crossing. Whether it be watching Maggie Sullivan (Morgan Kohan) and Cal Jones’s (Chad Michael Murray) relationship challenges or seeing if new members will join those already involved in the day-to-day workings of the lodge, there’s a lot to explore.
But with long-running shows, there’s always a major shakeup that’s bound to happen. And that’s exactly what fans got on March 4, when news broke that Scott Patterson will exit Sullivan’s Crossing as Harry “Sully” Sullivan ahead of season 4.
Since this likely will affect the show moving forward, why did Scott Patterson leave Sullivan’s Crossing? And more importantly, what does this mean for the future of the series? Well, it looks like we already have a surprise explanation for the shocking move.
Scott Patterson as Harry “Sully” Sullivan on Sullivan’s Crossing season 4. Michael Tompkins – The CW
When Sullivan’s Crossing executive producer and showrunner Roma Roth exclusively spoke to Us Weekly about Scott leaving the show, she noted that the actor’s exit was implied at the end of season 3. What’s more, Sully’s presence was seemingly always in flux throughout the new season, given how the character left the Crossing to venture on a new adventure in Europe.
“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,” she explained in an interview published on March 4. “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.”
Despite Roma’s comments about the exit, Scott went to Instagram on March 5 to share his own thoughts about leaving Sullivan’s Crossing.
“Every actor knows what it’s like to fall in love with a character and a story,” he wrote in the caption. “I fell in love with Sully and have nothing but fondness for him. The creative differences were becoming untenable, and I just sadly realized that the show was not something that I could agree to continue.”
“I was not intending to make any statement, but the fans of the books and the show deserve to know the truth, as I have always been respectful of those who support this industry by watching and loving these characters we are so dang lucky and blessed to portray and bring to life,” he added. “I really enjoyed Sully and fought for his voice and his character. The richness and depth of Sully, whom the fans of the books all know and love, is so multi-layered and interesting. The fans deserved better than to think the embodiment of this character, me, would just disrespect not only the show, but them. In the end, we’re all fans of these characters and stories, and I’ll always support and defend the truth.”
When fans read Scott’s note about his time on Sullivan’s Crossing, they sent words of support online.
“Oh no! You were the reason I started watching! I’m sad to see you go, but totally respect your decision, their loss!” one person wrote in the comments. “I really love Sully! I’m so sad to hear this 😢 I’m sorry Scott ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I love you 💕,” another penned. “Awww I understand! I admire you for being honest and sticking to doing what makes you happy. Love you Scott! 🩵,” a different follower added.
As for how this changes the future of Sullivan’s Crossing, we’ll just have to wait for the season 4 premiere.
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